1966 PIPER CHEROKEE 235
Starts from the median asking price of 11 comparable PIPER CHEROKEE 235 listings ($120,000), then adjusts for:
- Airframe time -210 hr vs comps +0.4%
- Engine time +1,469 hr vs comps -4.4%
- Autopilot (uncommon in comps) +2.0%
- Market supply: 11 for sale of 859 FAA-registered +3.7%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | PIPER CHEROKEE 235 |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 3,432 hrs |
| Engine time | 1889 SMOH |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX 345 |
| Avionics / Other | Garmin Aera 660 |
| Inspection | Annual |
Description
Detailed Description Low total time, always hangered Piper Cherokee 235 in great running condition. Perfect for individuals or families who enjoy cross-country flying and don't want to have to worry about useful load. Engine is high time, but has had several cylinders replaced in the past few years. Good compressions overall and strong bottom end should keep a full overhaul a ways off in the future. Aircraft is actively flying. Will be sold with fresh annual (due by end of August 2026). Airframe overall in great condition. Low time. No corrosion identified. Wing spar AD previously complied with. Tires and brakes replaced within past 2-3 years.
Modifications
#3 and #6 cylinders replaced within 2 years (Superior Millenium). #4 replaced within 4 years. All compressions as of last annual 72-78. Low time constant speed propeller (201 SMOH two years ago). Prop governor also replaced, as well as new Sky-Tec starter installed around the same time.
Avionics
Garmin GMA-342 4-place audio panel Garmin GTX 345 (ADSB in and out) Garmin GNC-255 (nav/com with VOR/glideslope capability) MX-12 nav/com Century II autopilot (wing-leveling/heading-chasing only - fully functional) EDM 350 engine analyzer (fuel flow, CHT/EGT x6, oil temp) Aera 660 hardwired to ship power for non-WAAS GPS Horizon digital tachometer MGL digital clock and OAT indicator
How this aircraft compares
Where this PIPER CHEROKEE 235 lands versus other PIPER CHEROKEE 235 listings on fyiAero.
Price
18th pct$100k · 18th percentile of 11 listings
Airframe time
45th pct3,432 hours total (TTAF) · 45th percentile of 11 listings
Engine time
91st pct1,889 hours since major overhaul · 91st percentile of 11 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
