Grumman AA-5B Tiger Aircraft under $100,000
Under $100k for a piston single is the value-entry price band — typically older airframes (1960s-80s), mid-life or run-out engines, original or basic avionics with retrofit ADS-B Out compliance. These are entry-budget trainers and touring singles. Budget realistically for engine work, ADS-B Out compliance if not yet installed, panel upgrades and corrosion-area inspection.
5 used Grumman AA-5B Tiger aircraft for sale under $100,000 · 4-seat · $84K – $99K · updated 3 hours ago
About the Grumman AA-5B Tiger
The Grumman AA-5B Tiger is the fast, fun four-seater of the family — a 180 hp low-wing single that cruises around 140 kt on modest fuel, with light, responsive controls and a distinctive sliding canopy. Bonded-aluminium construction keeps it slick and light. The Tiger is one of the best speed- and fun-per-dollar four-seaters in the fixed-gear class, competing with the Cessna 172/177 and Piper Archer.
Grumman AA-5B Tiger Specifications
Model specThe Grumman AA-5B Tiger is a 4-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 143 kt (265 km/h), a range of 681 nm (1,261 km).
5 Grumman AA-5B Tiger For Sale
There are currently 5 used Grumman AA-5B Tiger for sale, ranging from $84,724 to $99,500, with a median asking price of $93,843.
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Grumman AA-5B Tiger Price & Cost
How much does a Grumman AA-5B Tiger cost? Used AA-5B Tiger prices: $84K – $99K, average $94K (median $93K), across 5 priced of 5 active listings.
Based on 5 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 Grumman AA-5B Tiger
When buying a Grumman AA-5B Tiger, the biggest value drivers are engine time since overhaul, maintenance-record completeness, damage history and avionics.
What to check before buying
- Engine time to overhaul — hours and years remaining drive price more than total airframe time.
- Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records protect value.
- Damage history — any prior accident or incident; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
- Avionics — a modern glass panel vs legacy 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 — Grumman AA-5B Tiger
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Grumman AA-5B Tiger Inventory by Country
| United States | 15 |
| United Kingdom | 2 |
| Switzerland | 1 |
| Germany | 1 |
Grumman AA-5B Tiger Inventory by State
| California | 4 |
| Massachusetts | 3 |
| Texas | 3 |
Grumman AA-5B Tiger by Price
| Under $100k | 5 |
| Under $200k | 19 |
| Under $300k | 19 |
| Under $500k | 19 |
Grumman AA-5B Tiger by Decade
| 1970s | 5 |
Grumman AA-5B Tiger Safety Record
No NTSB events on record for the Grumman AA-5B Tiger. Individual aircraft safety records may be available on detail pages.
Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database