1978 BEECHCRAFT F33A BONANZA
Starts from the median asking price of 37 comparable BEECHCRAFT F33A BONANZA listings ($285,000), then adjusts for:
- Year -6 vs comparable listings -9.0%
- Airframe time +156 hr vs comps -0.3%
- Garmin GTN 750Xi (uncommon in comps) +3.5%
- Market supply: 32 for sale of 978 FAA-registered +1.7%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | BEECHCRAFT F33A BONANZA |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 3,806 hrs |
| Engine time | 408 SMOH |
| Prop blades | 3 |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GTN 750Xi |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GNX 375 |
| Avionics / Other | Aspen EFD1000 |
| Annual | Load 1223 |
| Inspection | Annual |
Description
AKC Aviation proudly presents N159GM, an Exceptional 1978 Beechcraft F33A Bonanza. This aircraft features a powerful 300 HP lower time engine and an exceptional avionics package. It includes an Aspen PDF with Synthetic Vision, Garmin 750XI, Garmin 375, JPI EDM-930 engine monitor and an Auto-Pilot with Altitude Select. N159GM has been extremely well maintained, and all documentation is meticulously recorded. Don’t miss the opportunity to own this remarkable aircraft.
Modifications
3,500 Lbs. Gross Weight Increase Deshannon Engine Cooling Baffles Back-Up Altenator Tanis Engine Heater E-Z Heat Oil Pan Heater CiES Fuel Senders Whelen Orion 360 LED Belly Beacon Whelen 7108055 LED Top Beacon Wilco Led Wing Tip Nav/Strobe/Recognition Kit Rosen Sun Visors BAS 4-Point Harnesses Front Seats Bose LEMO 5-pin/Dual Headset Inputs - Front Seats Cabin Door Steward Kool Scoop Window Air Vent Pilot Yoke Mounted AP-Disc / ElectricTrim / PTT / CWS Dual Push to Talk Recondition Light Controller Dual Independent IFR Systems Customized Checklist Cowl and Vent Plugs, Bruces Aircraft Cover
Avionics
Aspen EFD 1000 Pro Max PFD with Synthetic vision Aspen ASP4A ALT Pre-select System Garmin GMA 35C Remote Audio Panel Garmin GTN 750XI GPS/NAV/ COMM/MFD Garmin GNX 375 GPS/ADS-B Transponder Garmin GNC 255A NAV/COMM Garmin G5 Attitude/Altimeter/Airspeed Indicator Garmin Talk-to-Control Buttons JPI EDM- 930 Engine Monitor King KFC-200 Autopilot with Altitude Select
How this aircraft compares
Where this BEECHCRAFT F33A BONANZA lands versus other BEECHCRAFT F33A BONANZA listings on fyiAero.
Price
70th pct$340k · 70th percentile of 37 listings
Airframe time
61st pct3,806 hours total (TTAF) · 61st percentile of 41 listings
Engine time
46th pct408 hours since major overhaul · 46th percentile of 41 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
General
| Year | 1978 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BEECHCRAFT |
| Model | F33A BONANZA |
| Serial Number | CE-765 |
| Registration # | N159GM |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
Airframe
| Total Time | 3,806 |
|---|---|
| Max Takeoff Weight | 3,500 lb |
| Complete Logs | Yes |
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 408 SMOH |
| Engine TBO | 1700 |
| Aftermarket Engine STC | Yes |
Props
| Number of Blades | 3 |
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Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | Aspen EFD 1000 Pro Max PFD with Synthetic vision Aspen ASP4A ALT Pre-select System Garmin GMA 35C Remote Audio Panel Garmin GTN 750XI GPS/NAV/ COMM/MFD Garmin GNX 375 GPS/ADS-B Transponder Garmin GNC 255A NAV/COMM Garmin G5 Attitude/Altimeter/Airspeed Indicator Garmin Talk-to-Control Buttons JPI EDM- 930 Engine Monitor King KFC-200 Autopilot with Altitude Select |
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Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | 3,500 Lbs. Gross Weight Increase Deshannon Engine Cooling Baffles Back-Up Altenator Tanis Engine Heater E-Z Heat Oil Pan Heater CiES Fuel Senders Whelen Orion 360 LED Belly Beacon Whelen 7108055 LED Top Beacon Wilco Led Wing Tip Nav/Strobe/Recognition Kit Rosen Sun Visors BAS 4-Point Harnesses Front Seats Bose LEMO 5-pin/Dual Headset Inputs - Front Seats Cabin Door Steward Kool Scoop Window Air Vent Pilot Yoke Mounted AP-Disc / ElectricTrim / PTT / CWS Dual Push to Talk Recondition Light Controller Dual Independent IFR Systems Customized Checklist Cowl and Vent Plugs, Bruces Aircraft Cover |
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Interior
| Year Interior | 2005 |
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| Number of Seats | 4 |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2005 |
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Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | New Brakes and Tires (2025) New Door Seal (2025) Midwest based and Hangered Complete Logbooks Annual Due (09/2026) Pitot/Static due (11/2027) Transponder due (11/2027) Overhauled Engine Installed (2014) Sudden Engine Stop Due to Extension Cord, Hanager Rash, All repairs in the Logbooks (1998 & 1979) Off Airport Landing (1980) Hard Landing Bent Nose Fork (1979) Useful Load 1223 lbs Price Is Subject To Change. All A/C Subject To Prior Sale or Removal From Market. All Specifications and Claims Subject To Buyers Verification |
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