1983 Piper Arrow for sale

1983 Piper Arrow

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$130,000within typical asking range
Location South Africa
Seats 4
Reg # ZS-LGO South Africa
Cruise 135 kts (250 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

Garmin GNS 430 Bendix King KN64 DME Bendix King KR87 ADF Bendix King KT76A Transponder Bendix King KMA24 Audio Panel Garmin GNS 530 COMM/NAV KAP 150 Auto Pilot Garmin G600 EFIS BFG WX500 Stormscope Insight 602 Digital Engine Monitor

Description

Immaculate Privately owned Piper Arrow 4 Turbo. Beautifully upgraded with a Garmin panel Ready to cruise at 155kts at 10gph Immaculate condition, fast and light on avgas

Interior

Grey Suede Seats in great condition

Exterior

Good condition white with blue decals

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

Price Comparison

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Piper Arrow

This 1983 Piper Arrow (ZS-LGO) is a 4-seat single engine piston . There are currently 218 Arrow aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $119 to $417,623. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $130,000.

The Arrow cruises at 135 kts (250 km/h) with a range of 720 nm (1,333 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 15,400 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. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $145/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $18,000.

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

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Budget $158 for pre-purchase inspection

Piper Arrow — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
135 kts (250 km/h)
Max Speed
144 kts (267 km/h)
Range
720 nm (1,333 km)
Ceiling
15,400 ft (4,694 m)
Max Weight
2,750 lbs (1,247 kg)
Useful Load
940 lbs (426 kg)
Horsepower
200 HP
Fuel Capacity
72 gal (273 L)
Fuel Burn
10.5 GPH (40 L/h)
TBO
2,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

PIPER Arrow

Fuel Burn
10.5 GPH
~$68/hr
Variable Cost
$145/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$18,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$30,000
every 2,000 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the PIPER Arrow. 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 (ZS-LGO) is registered outside the US.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

South Africa

ZA

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 ZS-LGO against the NTSB accident database.

Price vs Typical Asking Range

This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $114,725–$154,000.

Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.

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Disclaimer: All prices, cost estimates, and market values shown are based on asking prices from third-party sources and are provided for informational purposes only. AeroGurus is not an appraiser, broker, or financial advisor. Always obtain a professional appraisal and independent inspection before making a purchase decision. Actual transaction prices may differ from asking prices.