Piper Comanche Aircraft (PA-24)

About the Piper Comanche

The Piper Comanche (PA-24) is a classic, fast, retractable-gear single — produced 1957-1972 with 180, 250, 260 and 400 hp variants on the same low-wing airframe. The 260 hp Comanche cruises near 160 knots; the rare 400 hp Comanche is one of the fastest piston singles of its era. The Comanche has a devoted owner community and is regarded as one of the best-handling singles of its generation.

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66 used Piper Comanche aircraft for sale · 4-seat · Used median asking $113,000 · Project from $135,000 · updated 51 min ago

Piper Comanche Specifications

Model spec

The Piper Comanche is a 4-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 157 kt (291 km/h), a range of 956 nm (1,771 km), and a useful load of 1,200 lbs (544 kg).

Performance
Cruise157 kt (291 km/h)
Max Speed165 kt (306 km/h)
Range956 nm (1,771 km)
Service Ceiling20,000 ft (6,096 m)
Engine & Fuel
Horsepower250 HP
Fuel Burn14.0 GPH (53 L/h)
Weights & Seats
Seats4
Max Gross Weight2,900 lbs (1,315 kg)
Useful Load1,200 lbs (544 kg)

66 Piper Comanche For Sale

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There are currently 66 used Piper Comanche for sale, ranging from $39,699 to $180,888, with a median asking price of $113,000 (market reference $130,000).

1959 Piper Comanche

1959 Piper Comanche for sale Great Deal
$39,746 ↓ -$783
For Sale
Total Time 2,700
Reg# N84VK US
Location Tatenhill, United Kingdom
Via Rbisiker Contact
Listed 1mo ago

1961 Piper Comanche

1961 Piper Comanche for sale Great Deal
$69,000
For Sale
Reg# N7200P US
Location Locust Grove, GA
Via Printice Harris
Listed 2mo ago

1959 Piper Comanche

1959 Piper Comanche for sale Great Deal
$71,000
For Sale
Total Time 4,345
Reg# N5772P US
Location Long Beach, CA
Listed 20d ago

1960 Piper Comanche

1960 Piper Comanche for sale Great Deal
$74,000
For Sale
Total Time 2,560
Reg# N7065P US
Location TX
Via Matt Hutton
Listed 2mo ago

1961 Piper Comanche

1961 Piper Comanche for sale Great Deal
$75,000
For Sale
Total Time 5,980
Reg# N7088P US
Location Weatherford, TX
Via Trey Gargis
Listed 1mo ago

1959 Piper Comanche

1959 Piper Comanche for sale Great Deal
$79,000
For Sale
Total Time 4,635
Reg# N6236P US
Location Hampton, GA
Via Scott Hill

1958 Piper Comanche

1958 Piper Comanche for sale Great Deal
$79,000
For Sale
Total Time 6,440
Reg# N5217P US
Location Greensboro, NC
Via Nexga Aircraft, Inc.
5 sources
Listed 3mo ago

1959 Piper Comanche

1959 Piper Comanche for sale Great Deal
$84,500
For Sale
Total Time 4,158
Reg# N5365P US
Location Placerville, CA
Via Mark Pilkington
4 sources
Listed 14d ago

1959 Piper Comanche

1959 Piper Comanche for sale Great Deal
$85,000
For Sale
Total Time 3,800
Reg# N5594P US
Location Brookings
Via Steve Knudson
Listed 1mo ago

1961 Piper Comanche

1961 Piper Comanche for sale Great Deal
$85,000
For Sale
Total Time 4,090
Reg# C-FMTQ Canada
Location Breslau, ON, Canada
Via APEX AIRCRAFT SALES LTD
3 sources
Listed 2mo ago

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Piper Comanche Price & Cost

How much does a Piper Comanche cost? Used Comanche prices: $39K – $180K, average $113K (median $113K); market reference $130K, across 53 priced of 66 active listings.

Piper Comanche Price Guide
Market Deal RatingAeroGurus rating
Great Deal
26%
14
Good Deal
24%
13
Fair Price
33%
18
Overpriced
17%
9

Based on 54 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.

Piper Comanche Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (14.0 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$8,680/yr
Estimates at 100 flight hours/year. Actual costs vary by usage, location and insurance.
Buying guides: Buyer's Guide | Financing Guide | Pre-Buy Inspection

Buying a Used Piper Comanche

Buying a Piper Comanche comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

Engine variant and time; retractable-gear AD and history (PA-24 has spar/strut ADs worth careful review); corrosion (older 1960s airframe); avionics; parts (some specific parts are scarce, though the Comanche Society helps). Which? 260 hp is the sweet-spot; 400 hp is the collector's choice; 180 hp the cheapest entry.

Frequently Asked Questions — Piper Comanche

Is the Piper Comanche a twin?
No — the PA-24 Comanche is a single-engine retractable. The twin-engine version is the separate PA-30/PA-39 Twin Comanche.
How much does a used Piper Comanche cost?
Pricing varies by engine — a 180 sits below a 250 or 260, and the rare 400 commands a premium. See the live price range and median above for current Comanche listings.
How fast is a Comanche?
Most Comanches cruise around 160 kt on relatively modest fuel burn thanks to a clean laminar-flow wing; the 400-hp model is faster but thirstier.
What engine options did the Comanche have?
180, 250, 260 and 400 hp. The 250 and 260 are the most common; the 400 is a rare, high-performance straight-six variant.

Piper Comanche Inventory by Country

United States29
Canada4
Switzerland1

Piper Comanche Inventory by State

California6
Georgia2
North Carolina2
Texas2

Piper Comanche by Price

Under $100k10
Under $200k31
Under $300k32
Under $500k32

Piper Comanche by Decade

1950s13
1960s51
1970s1
1990s1

Piper Comanche Safety Record

No NTSB events on record for the Piper Comanche. Individual aircraft safety records may be available on detail pages.

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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.
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