1985 Piper Malibu
Single Engine Piston
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Check this Malibu out! Low time! Beautiful paint! This plane is ready for you!
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| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Seitz Aviation
seitzaviation.com
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— | Apr 05, 2026 | — | Active |
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About This Piper Malibu
This 1985 Piper Malibu is a 6-seat single engine piston with 3,801 hours on the airframe. There are currently 14 Malibu aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $299,000 to $769,000.
The Malibu cruises at 198 kts (367 km/h) with a range of 1,300 nm (2,408 km) — suitable for regional and medium-distance travel. Service ceiling of 25,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 16 GPH (61 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $88/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $190/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $22,000. With 3,801 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 Malibu — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Title Status
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Safety Record
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