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1936 WACO ZQC-6
Starts from the median asking price of 60 comparable Single-Engine Piston listings ($145,000), then adjusts for:
- Year -7 vs comparable listings -10.5%
- Airframe time -2,921 hr vs comps +5.8%
- Engine time -232 hr vs comps +1.9%
- Market supply: 1 for sale of 7 FAA-registered -5.0%
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Overview
| Make / Model | Waco ZQC-6 |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 66 hrs |
| Engine time | 66 SMOH |
| Prop blades | 2 |
Description
Take a closer look at this 1936 WACO ZQC-6. This Waco Custom Cabin aircraft is a remarkable example of aviation history, featuring a total time of 66 hours since restoration. The aircraft is powered by a Jacobs L-5 engine, which also shows 66 hours since its SMOH. It is equipped with a 2-blade propeller and comes with complete logs for comprehensive record-keeping. Updating the aesthetic and comfort of the plane, both the interior and the paint were completed in 2021. Registered as N15718, this WACO ZQC-6 combines classic design with recent refinements, making it a standout choice for collectors or enthusiasts looking for a well-maintained vintage aircraft.
Recommended avionics upgrades
No IFR GPS navigator is listed — a GTN 650Xi is the standard entry point for WAAS/LPV capability.
See prices & suppliers ›No autopilot is listed — a GFC 500 (or S-TEC 3100 / Trio Pro Pilot where the GFC isn't STC'd) adds a modern digital autopilot with envelope protection, subject to model approval.
See prices & suppliers ›No ADS-B is listed — a GTX 345 delivers required ADS-B Out plus In (traffic & weather) in one transponder.
See prices & suppliers ›Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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General
| Year | 1936 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | WACO |
| Model | ZQC-6 |
| Serial Number | 4293 |
| Registration # | N15718 |
| Condition | Used |
Airframe
| Total Time | 66 |
|---|---|
| Complete Logs | Yes |
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | JACOBS L-5 |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 66 SMOH |
| Engine TBO | 1400 |
Props
| Number of Blades | 2 |
|---|
Interior
| Year Interior | 2021 |
|---|
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2021 |
|---|
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Last flight
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