1979 Piper Archer for sale

1979 Piper Archer

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$207,547
Location Victoria, Australia
Total Time 3,305 hrs
Seats 4
Serial # 28-7990155
Reg # VH-SDW Australia
Cruise 124 kts (230 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Description

Low Time Archer II: Immaculately Kept

Surefly Electronic Ignition/Magneto

Modern SIM4P electronic ignition replacing one traditional mag for easier starts, smoother running, and improved efficiency.

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IFR Avionics

Well-equipped panel with Garmin GPS and dual radios, ready for both training and cross-country touring.

Proven Four-Seat Tourer

The legendary Archer II is forgiving, reliable, and economical, making it ideal for all owners, syndicates, or flying schools.

Consistently Hangared

Stored in a hangar for its entire recent life, preserving the paintwork, avionics, and airframe from sun and weather damage Engine:

Lycoming O-360

963.1 HRS SOH

TBO 2,000 HRS

Calendar till 2029

Prop:

1,405.7 HRS SOH Dual Garmin G5 PFD/HSI

Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot

Garmin GNX 375 GPS

Garmin Area 660 Map

Garmin GMA 345 Audio Panel

Electronics International Engine Monitor

Electric CO Deterctor/Alarm

iPad Mount

USB power

Garmin COM 1

Garmin VHF NAV/COM

Find out more about Garmin Avionics

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[LINK HERE] Four-seat seating with sheepskin-covered front seats over the original brown leather style trim. The panel is complemented by modern avionics, GPS, and radio stack. A large single door provides passenger access. Exterior presents in great condition with classic white paint and blue and gold striping. This Piper Archer has been consistently hangared, preserving its straight panels and clean finish. Wheel fairings fitted throughout, with tidy paintwork.

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

Price Comparison

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$207,547

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About This Piper Archer

This 1979 Piper Archer (VH-SDW) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 3,305 hours on the airframe. There are currently 96 Archer aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $3,348 to $554,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $207,547.

The Archer cruises at 124 kts (230 km/h) with a range of 703 nm (1,302 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 14,100 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 10.5 GPH (40 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $65/hr in fuel alone.

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 3,305 hours
Budget $158 for pre-purchase inspection

Piper Archer — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
124 kts (230 km/h)
Range
703 nm (1,302 km)
Ceiling
14,100 ft (4,298 m)
Max Weight
2,550 lbs (1,157 kg)
Useful Load
900 lbs (408 kg)
Horsepower
180 HP
Fuel Burn
10.5 GPH (40 L/h)

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

PIPER Archer

Fuel Burn
10.5 GPH
~$68/hr

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the PIPER Archer. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).

This aircraft (VH-SDW) is registered outside the US.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Victoria, Australia

AU

Seller reported

Title Status

No FAA title records

Available for US-registered aircraft only

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.

Safety Record

NTSB safety data coming soon.

We'll check VH-SDW against the NTSB accident database.

Price History

2 price events · sources: planesales.com.au

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