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Single-Engine Piston

1979 PIPER ARCHER II

$209,890 fyiEstimate $147,000–$151,000 How this estimate is built

Starts from the median asking price of 10 comparable PIPER ARCHER II listings ($139,900), then adjusts for:

  • Year +0 vs comparable listings +0.8%
  • Airframe time -2,862 hr vs comps +5.7%

Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.

1979
3,305 hrs
VH-SDW
28-7990155
LYCOMING O-360
1

Overview

Make / ModelPIPER ARCHER II
TypeSingle-Engine Piston
Airframe time3,305 hrs
Engine time963 SOH
Avionics / TransponderGarmin GNX 375
Autopilot

Description

Low Time Archer II: Immaculately Kept Surefly Electronic Ignition/Magneto Modern SIM4P electronic ignition replacing one traditional mag for easier starts, smoother running, and improved efficiency. IFR Avionics Well-equipped panel with Garmin GPS and dual radios, ready for both training and cross-country touring. Proven Four-Seat Tourer The legendary Archer II is forgiving, reliable, and economical, making it ideal for all owners, syndicates, or flying schools. Consistently Hangared Stored in a hangar for its entire recent life, preserving the paintwork, avionics, and airframe from sun and weather damage

Avionics

IFR Avionics Well-equipped panel with Garmin GPS and dual radios, ready for both training and cross-country touring. Dual Garmin G5 PFD/HSI Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot Garmin GNX 375 GPS Garmin Area 660 Map Garmin GMA 345 Audio Panel Electronics International Engine Monitor Electric CO Deterctor/Alarm iPad Mount USB power Garmin COM 1 Garmin VHF NAV/COM

How this aircraft compares

Where this PIPER ARCHER II lands versus other PIPER ARCHER II listings on fyiAero.

Price

99th pct
$90k$210kThis aircraft · $210k

$210k · 99th percentile of 10 listings

Airframe time

18th pct
3,30012,572This aircraft · 3,305

3,305 hours total (TTAF) · 18th percentile of 11 listings

Engine time

56th pct
781,725This aircraft · 963

963 hours since overhaul · 56th percentile of 9 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

Year1979
ManufacturerPIPER
ModelARCHER II
Serial Number28-7990155
Registration #VH-SDW
ConditionUsed

Airframe

Total Time3,305.5

Engine

Engine 1 Make/ModelLYCOMING O-360
Engine 1 Time963 SOH
Engine TBO2000

Props

Prop Time1405.7 SOH

Avionics

Avionics/RadiosIFR Avionics Well-equipped panel with Garmin GPS and dual radios, ready for both training and cross-country touring. Dual Garmin G5 PFD/HSI Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot Garmin GNX 375 GPS Garmin Area 660 Map Garmin GMA 345 Audio Panel Electronics International Engine Monitor Electric CO Deterctor/Alarm iPad Mount USB power Garmin COM 1 Garmin VHF NAV/COM