1980 Piper Saratoga
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
• Garmin GFC-500 Autopilot with Flight Director Featuring Altitude Hold and GPSS
• Garmin Go-Around Button – (Panel Mounted) • Garmin GI-275 Electronic Attitude Indicator • Garmin GI-275 DG / EHSI System• Garmin SVT (Synthetic Vision) displayed on the Garmin GI-275 Attitude Indicator
• Garmin GTP-59 Outside Air Temperature Probe for Garmin GI-275 • Garmin GMA-340 Audio Panel with Marker Beacon & Intercom • Garmin 530W GPS Navigator – (WAAS Approved) • Garmin GNC-255A Nav / Com • Garmin GI-106B VOR / Glideslope Indicator • Garmin GTX-345 Transponder Featuring ADS-B IN and OUT • Garmin GSB-15 Dual USB Charging Ports – (Panel Mounted – Pilot Side) • Garmin GTP-59 Outside Air Temperature Probe for Garmin GI-275 • BF Goodrich WX500 Stormscope • JPI 450 Fuel Flow Computer • Insight G1 Graphic Engine Monitor • Trim Interrupt Switch – (Pilot Yoke and Co-Pilot Yoke) • Push-To-Talk Switch – (Pilot Yoke and Co-Pilot Yoke) • Electric Trim – (Pilot Yoke) • Avionics Master SwitchDescription
1980 Piper Turbo Saratoga SP - Only 3479 Hours Total Time Since New, 223 Hours SMOH Featuring Factory New Cylinders by Penn Yan Aero, 89 Hours SPOH, Garmin GFC-500 Autopilot, Dual Garmin GI-275's, SVT, Garmin 530W GPS Navigator, Garmin GNC-255 NAV / COMM, Garmin GTX-345 Transponder Featuring ADS-B IN and OUT, WX-500 Stormscope, Insight G1 Graphic Engine Monitor, JPI 450 Fuel Flow Computer, Factory Oxygen, 406 ELT, Club Seating Featuring the Deluxe Refreshment Bar, Hangar Kept, Excellent Paint, Maintenance Performed at Bartelt Aviation for Several Years!
Engine
The Engine was overhauled by Penn Yan Aero.
Interior
• Luxurious Blue Velour Seating featuring Harmonizing Side Panels • Deluxe Refreshment Bar with Cup Holders • The rear cabin features the desirable Club Seating configuration. • Super Sound Proofing • Tinted Windshield and Windows • Pilot & Copilot Armrests • Adjustable Crew Seats • Bose Headset Jacks / Standard Headset Jacks – (Cockpit)
Exterior
• Matterhorn White over Royal Blue Featuring Las Vegas Gold Accents. • The aircraft is kept in a hangar. • The Exterior shows well.
Inspection
ANNUAL DUE: March 1, 2027 BI-ANNUAL IFR CHECKS DUE: November 20, 2026 ELT BATTERY DUE: June, 2027 OXYGEN BOTTLE HYDROSTATIC CHECK DUE: November 12, 2029 USEFUL LOAD: 1213.68 Pounds ADDITIONAL INFORMATION • The Owner of this aircraft is very meticulous and has maintained this aircraft with a blank check. • Bartelt Aviation has been performing the maintenance on this aircraft since 2014. • The aircraft has had multiple Piper Service Bulletins compiled with including Piper SB 1006, Piper SB 1161 and Piper SB 1216B. • Same Owner for the last 25 Years. • The aircraft has been kept in a hangar when not flying. • The Factory Air-Conditioning is INOP. The compressor was removed. • The original Vacuum System has been removed which resulted in a higher available Useful Load. Specifications are Subject to Verification upon the Buyer’s Inspection of the Aircraft. Optional aircraft transition flight training solutions are available. We accept trades and offer a variety of low fixed rate interest rate financing solutions up to 20 years. Bartelt Aviation does not endorse nor are we affiliated with Currency Finance, Avemco, or the Aircraft Cost Calculator that may be attached to our aircraft online sales ads. Bartelt Aviation has the ability to refer you to an Aircraft Lender and an Insurance Agent that should be able to provide you with lower cost options and superior customer service. Ask your Bartelt Aviation Sales person for details.
Modifications / STCs
• SUPER FEATURES / UPGRADES / MODIFICATIONS
• • Factory 6-Place Oxygen System
• • 2-Speed Ventilation Fan System
• • Hartzell, 3 Blade Constant Speed Propeller
• • Vertical Card Compass
• • Artex ME-406 ELT
• • 107 Gallon Total Fuel Capacity, 102 Gallons Usable
• • Battery Minder Featuring Enhanced Flight BM-A1K2A Interface
• • Reiff Engine Pre-Heater
• • Portable Fire Extinguisher
• • Whelen Parmetheus Plus LED Tax Light – (Cowl Mounted)
• ADDITIONAL OUTSTANDING FEATURES:
• • Heavy Duty Brakes System
• • Pilot & Co-Pilot Toe Brakes
• • Parking Brake
• • Alternate Static Source
• • Cylinder Head Temperature Gauge
• • Exhaust Gas Temperature Gauge
• • Mitchell Products Electric Clock – (Panel Mounted)
• • Factory Outside Air Temperature Gauge
• • Windshield Defrosters & Control
• • Individually controlled overhead fresh air vents
• • Individually controlled fresh air vents - floor mounted
• • External Power Receptacle
• • Utility Door for rear baggage access and cargo loading
• • Instrument Panel Lighting
• • Forward Baggage Compartment
• • Map Lights
• • Wing Tip Strobe Lights
• • Avionics Dimming
• • Navigation Lights
• • Cabin Reading Lights - four
• • Pilot Vent Window
• • External Power Receptacle
• • True Airspeed Indicator
• • Heated Pitot
• • Alternate Static Source
• • Hobbs Metter
• ACCESSORIES
• • Fuel Strainer
• • Tow Bar
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Bartelt Aviation
controller.com
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$295,000
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Sturgis, Michigan | Jul 26, 2026 | 18 days | Active |
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About This Piper Saratoga
This 1980 Piper Saratoga (N3579Q) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 3,479 hours on the airframe. There are currently 104 Saratoga aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $116,164 to $675,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $295,000.
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 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $93/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. With 3,479 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Piper Saratoga — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N3579Q.
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
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