Beechcraft Bonanza 35 Aircraft 1950s
Pre-1980 piston singles are heritage airframes that have typically been rebuilt and refurbished multiple times — original avionics replaced with modern Garmin or Avidyne panels, engines on at least one mid-time overhaul cycle, interiors refreshed once or twice. Pre-buy focus: airframe corrosion (especially wing carry-through, tail, gear), AD compliance history, log-book continuity, engine cylinder borescope. Heritage value can be meaningful for original aircraft in restored condition.
36 used Beechcraft Bonanza 35 aircraft for sale 1950s · 6-seat · $20K – $167K · updated 2 hours ago
About the Beechcraft Bonanza 35
The Beechcraft Bonanza 35 is the original V-tail Bonanza, instantly recognisable by its distinctive ruddervator tail and known to pilots simply as the V-tail Bonanza. Built from 1947 to 1982, the Model 35 (BE35) covers everything from the early A35 and C35 to the final V35B, seating four to five and cruising around 175 knots. Listed as the Beech 35 Bonanza, the V35, V35B or the V-tail Bonanza, it remains the most iconic and often the lowest-cost entry into Bonanza ownership.
Beechcraft Bonanza 35 Specifications
Model specThe Beechcraft Bonanza 35 is a 6-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 168 kt (311 km/h), a range of 680–890 nm (1,259–1,648 km), and a useful load of 1,124 lbs (510 kg).
36 Beechcraft Bonanza 35 For Sale
Browse all 36 listings →There are currently 36 used Beechcraft Bonanza 35 for sale, ranging from $20,000 to $167,500, with a median asking price of $82,000.
Beechcraft Bonanza 35 Variants
| Variant | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Price range | Best for | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bonanza A35 | 1949–1951 | 5 | 168 kts (311 km/h) | 890 nm (1,648 km) | 1,124 lbs (510 kg) | $56K – $89K | An early V-tail Bonanza — one of the most affordable and historic entries into the iconic V-tail single. | 3 |
| Bonanza B35 | 1951–1952 | 5 | 168 kts (311 km/h) | 890 nm (1,648 km) | 1,124 lbs (510 kg) | $44K – $50K | An early-1950s V-tail Bonanza — one of the most affordable and historic entries into the iconic V-tail single. | 2 |
| Bonanza C35 | 1953–1954 | 4 | 168 kts (311 km/h) | 890 nm (1,648 km) | 1,124 lbs (510 kg) | $31K – $135K | A mid-1950s V-tail Bonanza — a classic, often-affordable entry into the iconic V-tail single. | 4 |
| Bonanza D35 | 1955–1956 | 4 | 168 kts (311 km/h) | 890 nm (1,648 km) | 1,124 lbs (510 kg) | $60K – $68K | A mid-1950s V-tail Bonanza — a classic, often-affordable entry into the iconic V-tail single. | 4 |
| Bonanza F35 | 1960–1961 | 5 | 168 kts (311 km/h) | 890 nm (1,648 km) | 1,124 lbs (510 kg) | from $47K | A mid-1950s V-tail Bonanza — a classic, often-affordable entry into the iconic V-tail single. | 1 |
| Bonanza G35 | 1962–1963 | 6 | 168 kts (311 km/h) | 890 nm (1,648 km) | 1,124 lbs (510 kg) | $58K – $85K | A late-1950s V-tail Bonanza — a classic, often-affordable entry into the iconic V-tail single. | 4 |
| Bonanza H35 | 1956–1957 | 6 | 168 kts (311 km/h) | 890 nm (1,648 km) | 1,124 lbs (510 kg) | $79K – $135K | A late-1950s V-tail Bonanza — a classic, often-affordable entry into the iconic V-tail single. | 5 |
| Bonanza J35 | 1957–1958 | 3 | 168 kts (311 km/h) | 890 nm (1,648 km) | 1,124 lbs (510 kg) | from $149K | A late-1950s V-tail Bonanza — the first with fuel injection, a classic and often-affordable V-tail single. | 2 |
| Bonanza K35 | 1958–1959 | 5 | 168 kts (311 km/h) | 890 nm (1,648 km) | 1,124 lbs (510 kg) | $82K – $167K | A late-1950s V-tail Bonanza — a classic, often-affordable entry into the iconic V-tail single. | 3 |
| Bonanza M35 | 1955–1956 | 5 | 168 kts (311 km/h) | 890 nm (1,648 km) | 1,124 lbs (510 kg) | $59K – $115K | An early-1960s V-tail Bonanza — a classic, often-affordable entry into the iconic V-tail single. | 5 |
| Bonanza N35 | 1959–1960 | 5 | 168 kts (311 km/h) | 890 nm (1,648 km) | 1,124 lbs (510 kg) | $97K – $289K | An early-1960s V-tail Bonanza — a classic, often-affordable entry into the iconic V-tail single. | 6 |
| Bonanza P35 | 1962–1968 | 5 | 168 kts (311 km/h) | 890 nm (1,648 km) | 1,124 lbs (510 kg) | $89K – $211K | An early-1960s V-tail Bonanza — a classic, often-affordable entry into the iconic V-tail single. | 13 |
| Bonanza S35 | 1964–1965 | 5 | 168 kts (311 km/h) | 890 nm (1,648 km) | 1,124 lbs (510 kg) | $89K – $260K | A roomy, V-tail Bonanza with the powerful IO-520 — a fast classic single for a buyer who wants the V-tail look with strong performance. | 11 |
| Bonanza V35 | 1966–1982 | 6 | 168 kts (311 km/h) | 680 nm (1,259 km) | — | $79K – $264K | Early-to-mid V-tail — classic looks and performance at a more accessible price. | 17 |
| Bonanza V35A | 1963–1964 | 5 | 168 kts (311 km/h) | 890 nm (1,648 km) | 1,124 lbs (510 kg) | $194K – $335K | A roomy, fast V-tail Bonanza — a late, powerful member of the iconic V-tail line. | 5 |
| Bonanza V35B | 1970–1982 | 5 | 168 kts (311 km/h) | 890 nm (1,648 km) | 1,124 lbs (510 kg) | $113K – $381K | The definitive late V-tail — the most refined and sought-after of the V-tail Bonanzas. | 33 |
Compare Beechcraft Bonanza 35
See how the Beechcraft Bonanza 35 stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.
⏲ Compare Beechcraft Bonanza 35 generations →Beechcraft Bonanza 35 Price & Cost
How much does a Beechcraft Bonanza 35 cost? Used Bonanza 35 prices: $20K – $167K, average $84K (median $82K), across 29 priced of 36 active listings.
Based on 62 priced listings.
Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
Buying a Used Beechcraft Bonanza 35
Every Beechcraft Bonanza 35 faces a mandatory 1,700-hour overhaul, so the single biggest factor in used price is how much time remains before that overhaul is due.
What to check before buying
- Time to overhaul — hours and years remaining to the 1,700-hour limit; this dominates resale value more than total time.
- Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records; missing logs cut value and complicate financing.
- Damage history — any prior accident, hard landing or blade strike; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
- Avionics — a glass panel vs steam gauges materially changes price.
- Pre-buy inspection — always commission an independent inspection by a type-experienced mechanic before money changes hands.
Frequently Asked Questions — Beechcraft Bonanza 35
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Beechcraft Bonanza 35 Inventory by Country
| United States | 114 |
| Australia | 9 |
| South Africa | 7 |
| Germany | 5 |
| Canada | 2 |
| Belgium | 2 |
Beechcraft Bonanza 35 Inventory by State
| California | 16 |
| Florida | 12 |
| Texas | 10 |
| Oklahoma | 6 |
| Ohio | 6 |
| Colorado | 5 |
| Arizona | 5 |
| Oregon | 4 |
| South Carolina | 4 |
| Nevada | 3 |
| Minnesota | 3 |
| Maryland | 3 |
Beechcraft Bonanza 35 by Price
| Under $100k | 34 |
| Under $200k | 98 |
| Under $300k | 121 |
| Under $500k | 126 |
Recently Sold Beechcraft Bonanza 35
| 1953 Bonanza D35 | $69,000 |
| 1960 Bonanza M35 | $85,000 |
| 1966 Bonanza V35 | $179,000 |
| 1976 Bonanza V35B | $279,000 |
| 1957 Bonanza H35 | $125,000 |
| 1960 Bonanza M35 | $109,000 |
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Beechcraft Bonanza 35 Safety Record
No NTSB events on record for the Beechcraft Bonanza 35. Individual aircraft safety records may be available on detail pages.
Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database