1978 Piper Saratoga
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
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Description
Europlane Sales LTD are delighted to offer this Piper Lance PA32 300 for sale. Upgraded to the perfect specification to go anywhere with an awesome useful load of 1372lbs. We sold this plane several years ago and she still presents an 8/10. Upgraded avionics with a dream Garmin stack and GFC500 Autopilot. A stunning new leather interior was fitted a couple of years ago and overall the aircraft exudes class throughout. Garmin GTN750xi Garmin GI275 (x2) Garmin GFC500 Autopilot Garmin GTX330 Transponder Com 2 is a Trigg 833 Nav 2 is a King KX80 King KR87 ADF JPI Engine monitor Basic weight: 2227.2 lbs MAUW: 3600 lbs Useful load: 1372.8lbs Engine: Overhauled Dec 2003, had 1118:52 at annual inspection Prop: Overhauled Jun 2022, had 331:44 at annual inspection It s now on a CAMO with Brinkley s, with the latest annual having just been completed by the Aircraft Restoration Company, Duxford. This comprised around 30k of work. The aircraft has recently been fitted with a new starter, alternator and battery, and cowlings have been repainted. Interior and exterior is immaculate throughout. I dont think this plane will hang around for long.
Interior
was fitted a couple of years ago and overall the aircraft exudes class throughout
Exterior
is immaculate throughout
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Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Europlane Sales
planecheck.com
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$269,383 *
£ 199,950
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United Kingdom | May 03, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Europlane Sales
globalplanesearch.com
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Call for Price
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— | Apr 02, 2026 | — | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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About This Piper Saratoga
This 1978 Piper Saratoga (G-VALL) is a 6-seat single engine piston . There are currently 105 Saratoga aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $119,000 to $745,000.
The Saratoga cruises at 163 kts (302 km/h) with a range of 950 nm (1,759 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 20,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 15 GPH (57 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $82/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $170/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $20,000.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Piper Saratoga — Model Specs
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Ownership & Registration
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This aircraft (G-VALL) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
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Title Status
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Safety Record
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