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1973 PIPER CHARGER 235
Starts from the median asking price of 420 comparable PIPER Single-Engine Piston listings ($167,250), then adjusts for:
- Year -5 vs comparable listings -7.5%
- Airframe time -868 hr vs comps +1.7%
- Engine time -811 hr vs comps +2.4%
- 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 CHARGER 235 |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 2,826 hrs |
| Engine time | 15 SOH |
| Prop blades | 2 |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GNX 375 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
Description
Bring the family along at approximately 150 MPH with a 1,324 lb useful load and a freshly overhauled O-540-B4B5 engine with only 15 hours SMOH. The aircraft features a Garmin GNX 375 with ADS-B, audible traffic and obstacle alerts, working wing leveler and heading hold, complete logs, and an exterior that still presents extremely well. Conveniently located at Colorado Air and Space Port near Denver, approximately 15 minutes from Denver International Airport. The aircraft has been hangared in Colorado since at least 1980.
Avionics
Garmin GNX 375 with ADS-B, installed in 2020 Audible obstacle and traffic warnings Wing leveler Heading hold
General
| Year | 1973 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | PIPER |
| Model | CHARGER 235 |
| Serial Number | 28-7310108 |
| Registration # | N55031 |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | KCFO |
Airframe
| Total Time | 2,826 |
|---|---|
| Max Takeoff Weight | 3,000 lb |
| Basic Empty Weight | 1,676 lb |
| Useful Load | 1,324 lb |
| Fuel Capacity Volume | 84 gal |
| Complete Logs | Yes |
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | LYCOMING O-540-B4B5 |
|---|---|
| Engine Serial Number | L-6439-48 |
| Engine 1 Time | 15 SOH |
| Engine TBO | 1800 |
| Year Engine Overhauled or Installed as New | 2025 |
| Engine Time Remaining To Overhaul | 1785 |
Props
| Prop Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
|---|---|
| Prop Model | HC-C2YK-18F |
| Prop Time | 890 SNEW |
| Number of Blades | 2 |
Avionics
| Auto Pilot | Yes |
|---|---|
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
| Active Traffic | Yes |
| Terrain Warning System | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Garmin GNX 375 with ADS-B, installed in 2020 Audible obstacle and traffic warnings Wing leveler Heading hold |
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | The aircraft experienced an off-airport landing in 1980. Following the incident, the engine, propeller, nose gear fairing, and nose gear strut were replaced. |
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