1982 Piper Saratoga
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRAVIONICS King KFC-200 Autopilot Featuring Altitude Hold King KI-256 Flight Director Attitude Indicator King KCS-55A Slaved HSI
(Slaved) PS Engineering PMA-8000BT Blue Tooth Audio Panel / 3 LMB / (6) Place Intercom Garmin GTN-750 GPS Navigator / COM â (WAAS APPROVED) Garmin GDL-88 ADS-B âINâ and âOUTâ Solution â (Traffic / FIS-B Weather) King KY-197 COM â (#2) King KN-53 NAV â (#2) King KI-203 VOR Indicator
(2) King KR-87 ADF Featuring Dual Flight Timers King KT-76A Transponder Electric Trim Push to Talk Switch â (Pilot Yoke) Push to Talk Switch â (Co-Pilot Yoke) Avionics Master Switch FCS Master Switch â (Pilot Yoke) Transponder Ident Switch â (Pilot Yoke) BF Goodrich WX1000 Stormscope â (INOP) SUPER FEATURES / OPTIONS / UPGRADES Factory Air-Conditioning Featuring a 2-Speed Ventilation Fan System Stainless Steel Cables Factory Zinc Chromate Protection Option JPI Instrument EDM-730 Graphic Engine Monitor with Fuel Flow Information Feature (3) Blade Propeller featuring a Polished Spinner New Pilot and Co-Pilot Windshields â (2025) LED Taxi Light â (Cowl Mounted) Wing Tip Strobe Lights Tinted Windshield and Side Windows LoPresti Hubba Caps ADDITIONAL OUTSTANDING FEATURES Pilot and Co-Pilot Toe Brakes
and Parking Brake Pilot Seat and Co-Pilot Seat Feature â (Vertically Adjustable) Alternate Static Source Outside Air Temperature Gauge Windshield Defrosters Control External Power Receptacle Ground Service Power Cables EGT Gauge Heated Pitot Static Wicks Astrotech Clock / Timer â (Pilot Yoke Mounted) 107 Gallon Fuel Capacity / 102 Usable Tow Bar ELT Tru-Speed Indicator Cleveland Heavy Duty Brakes
Description
1982 Turbo Saratoga SP - Only 2156 Hours Total Time Since New, 420 Hours Since Engine Overhaul, 801 Hours Since Propeller Overhaul, King KFC-200 Flight Director Autopilot Featuring Altitude Hold, Slaved HSI, Garmin GTN-750 GPS Navigator, Garmin GDL-88 ADS-B "IN" and "OUT" Solution (Traffic / FIS-B Weather), PS Engineering PMA-8000BT Blue Tooth Audio Panel / Intercom System, King KY-197 COM, King KN-53 NAV, Factory Zinc Chromate Protection Option, Factory Air-Conditioning, JPI Graphic Engine Monitor with Fuel Flow Feature, New Windshields in 2025, Nice Cosmetics, Value Priced at only $165,900!
Engine
ENGINE 419.6 Hours Since Engine Overhaul by Terrell Aircraft Services, Inc. - (Completed in 2015) PROP 800.9 Hours Since Propeller Overhaul – (Completed in 2005)
Interior
INTERIOR Luxurious Sandalwood Tan Velour Seating featuring Harmonizing Side Panels. Side Window Curtains Club Seating Featuring a (6)-Place Interior Pilot and Co-Pilot Armrests Pilot and Co-Pilot Shoulder Harness Overhead Cockpit Map Reading Lights – (Pilot and Co-Pilot) Pilot Vent Window Individually Controlled Fresh Air Vents – (Floor Mounted) Overhead Controlled Air Vents Cabin Reading Lights Cabin Super Sound Proofing Individual Headrests for each Seat The interior shows well. EXTERIOR White Base Featuring Madrid Red and Beige Accents The original exterior shows well. It is obvious that this aircraft has been kept in a hangar. The exterior does have a few scattered hail pecks present. They are difficult to see, but we think it is appropriate to disclose.
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Bartelt Aviation Inc - Larry
trade-a-plane.com
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$165,900
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Sturgis, MI | Apr 25, 2026 | 83 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Piper Saratoga
This 1982 Piper Saratoga (N8455H) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 2,145 hours on the airframe. There are currently 121 Saratoga aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $187 to $745,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $165,900.
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 2,145 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 N8455H.
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 safety data coming soon.
We'll check N8455H against the NTSB accident database.
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is below the typical asking range for this model, roughly $167,950–$240,450.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
