1980 Beechcraft Sundowner
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
Airframe: TTAF: 3751 Engines: Lycoming O360 SMOH: 414
Engine
Lycoming O360 SMOH: 414
Interior
Interior 8/10
Exterior
Paint 9/10
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Texas Fly Girl
aircraftdealer.com
|
$99,900
|
Greenville, SC | Mar 15, 2026 | 1 days | Active | |
|
Dual Garmin
globalplanesearch.com
|
$99,900
|
Tx, TX | Mar 17, 2026 | 122 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Beechcraft Sundowner
This 1980 Beechcraft Sundowner (N37420) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 3,751 hours on the airframe. There are currently 26 Sundowner aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $37,979 to $165,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $99,900.
The Sundowner cruises at 125 kts (232 km/h) with a range of 600 nm (1,111 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 12,600 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 10 GPH (38 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $62/hr in fuel alone. With 3,751 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
FAA registration status: Valid. NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Beechcraft Sundowner — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
Registered Owner
UNITED AIRLINES INC
Registration Address
CHICAGO, IL
Certificate Issued
2008-04-04
Airworthiness
2008-04-03
FAA Status
Valid
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, updated Mar 15, 2026
Location & Ownership
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 database checked for N37420.
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is below the typical asking range for this model, roughly $111,500–$140,950.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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