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1978 PIPER ARROW III

Name: 1978 PIPER ARROW III
Brand: Piper
Price: 175000 USD
Availability: InStock

1978 Piper Arrow

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About this aircraft

$175,000 · FOR SALE BY OWNER · Beautifully Equipped • Always Hangared • Garmin 750 WAAS • Ready to Fly! If you're looking for a clean, well-equipped, IFR-capable Arrow III that has been cared for and upgraded, this aircraft deserves a close look. This 1978 Piper Arrow III combines the reliability and efficiency of the legendary Lycoming IO-36 with modern avionics, excellent cosmetics, and a solid maintenance history. Whether you're building time, pursuing instrument training, or simply looking for a dependable retractable-gear aircraft, this Arrow is ready for its next owner. SMO TTA:3811 SMO:1995 Compressions 74,76,79,76

Specifications

Year: 1978

Estimated cost to own

A rough rule-of-thumb estimate for owning this aircraft outright — your actual costs will vary with insurance, location, and how much you fly.

Insurance (≈1% of hull value): $1,800/yr
Hangar / tie-down (typical): $3,000/yr
Annual inspection (typical): $2,000/yr
Operating @ 75 hrs/yr (fuel + reserves, ~$150/hr): $11,250/yr

Estimated total$1,504/mo≈ $18,050/yr

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Price

$175,000

ClubHanger Estimate

Above market

Asking $40,000 (30%) above the median Piper Arrow listing.

Based on the median asking price ($135,000) of 29 other Piper Arrow listings for sale now.

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Compares this asking price to all Piper Arrow listings — actual value also depends on year, hours, and avionics. An estimate, not an appraisal or an offer.