Taylorcraft BC-12 Aircraft under $200,000
4 used Taylorcraft BC-12 aircraft for sale under $200,000 · $20K – $38K · updated 8 hours ago
About the Taylorcraft BC-12
The Taylorcraft BC-12 (BC-12D) is the iconic Taylorcraft — a light, fabric-covered, high-wing side-by-side two-seater that is one of the most charming and economical vintage taildraggers you can fly. With a small Continental engine, light controls and classic lines, the BC-12 is a beloved antique and an affordable entry into taildragger and vintage aircraft ownership, backed by a dedicated community.
Taylorcraft BC-12 Specifications
Model specThe Taylorcraft BC-12 is a aircraft with a cruise speed of 83 kt (154 km/h), a range of 326 nm (604 km).
4 Taylorcraft BC-12 For Sale
There are currently 4 used Taylorcraft BC-12 for sale, ranging from $20,000 to $38,000, with a median asking price of $27,200.
Compare Taylorcraft BC-12
See how the Taylorcraft BC-12 stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.
Taylorcraft BC-12 Price & Cost
How much does a Taylorcraft BC-12 cost? Used BC-12 prices: $20K – $38K, average $28K (median $27K), across 4 priced of 4 active 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 Taylorcraft BC-12
When buying a Taylorcraft BC-12, 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 — Taylorcraft BC-12
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Taylorcraft BC-12 Inventory by Country
| United States | 4 |
Taylorcraft BC-12 Inventory by State
| Oklahoma | 2 |
Taylorcraft BC-12 by Price
| Under $100k | 4 |
| Under $200k | 4 |
| Under $300k | 4 |
| Under $500k | 4 |
Taylorcraft BC-12 Safety Record
Across all BC-12 variants, 48 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1982–2015. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 12, 2015 | Inverness, FL | Incident | A disconnection of the tailwheel steering mechanism during landing, which resulted in the pilot’s loss of directional co… |
| May 27, 2002 | Roxbury, NY | Incident | The airplane encountering an unanticipated downdraft that exceeded the climb performance of the airplane. |
| May 26, 2000 | NENANA, AK | Incident | The pilot's inadequate compensation for wind conditions during landing. A factor in this accident was the tailwind. |
| Jun 24, 1999 | NORTH POLE, AK | Incident | The pilot's inadvertent ground loop during a high speed taxi. A factor associated with the accident is the pilot's deci… |
| Jun 13, 1999 | CANTWELL, AK | Incident | A loss of engine power for an undetermined reason. |
NTSB records 1982–2015. Includes all Taylorcraft BC-12 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.