1979 PIPER ARROW IV
Starts from the median asking price of 5 comparable PIPER ARROW IV listings ($169,900), then adjusts for:
- Airframe time -149 hr vs comps +0.3%
- Engine time +255 hr vs comps -0.8%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | PIPER ARROW IV |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 3,250 hrs |
| Engine time | 320 SNEW |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GTN 650 |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX 45R |
| Avionics / Other | Garmin GTX-45R |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Annual | July 2024 |
Description
YR-CEF is probably the best PA28 201 Arrow on the market and it is for sale due to upgrade to a pressurized twin engine 340A. Completely rebuilt to current specifications: New Propeller (2020), new glass cockpit and substitution of all electrical cabling, switches and Antennas (2021), LED lights (2021), New leather Interior (2021), New Retractable Gear hydraulic (2022), Aerodinamic Kit (2023), New Engine (2023), New Turbo (2024). All SID compliant, lovingly maintained by professional CAMO organization (SSAvC Bucarest). YR-CEF is VFR/IFR approved, 150 NM TAS (11.5 Gal/Hour at 65% power) at FL 100 that you can reach in 12 minutes, this is the ideal plane to commute intercity quickly, safely and in comfort. The airplane is ideal for grass / gravel airfields and has exceptional STOL performance (< 500 m T/O & LDG at MTOW). Get Cirrus flight performance and much shorter landing/take off roll for 1/3 of the price. Price requested reflects the amount of money effectively invested in this plane. Flown by owner and a few selected professional pilots for work & leisure purposes. Never used for training. Maintenance Records Available on request. Plane is available for inspection or test flight. Can arrange delivery worldwide at additional transport costs.
Modifications
Engine: Turbo Plus Intercooler (Better Engine Performance and cooling – avoid step climb and ideal for T/O on summer hot days) Wastegate (better throttle management) Airframe Knots2U wing tips / Flap / Aileron / Flap-fuselage / Stabilator / RG Gap seal kit (2022) to improve speed (8nm) Navigation and Landing LED Lighting Cabin Rosen Sunvisors for Pilot and Co-Pilot 2 x USB Port (standard and C) on Pilot, Co-Pilot and passenger seat
Avionics
Full IFR Compliant Garmin Glass Cockpit ON PANEL PFD and MFD G3X G5 + Emergency Battery Pack (Backup PFD) Garmin EIS (Engine Digital Information System displayed on G3X) GTN 650 COM1/NAV1 GNC 255 COM2/NAV2 GFC 500 Autopilot Bendix DME and ADF Digital Clock REMOTE (controlled PFD/MFD and GTN 650) WX 500 Stormscope GTX45R ADS In/Out (Traffic Information and warnings) Transponder with Mode S GMA245R Digital Audiopanel with Blue Tooth connectivity
How this aircraft compares
Where this PIPER ARROW IV lands versus other PIPER ARROW IV listings on fyiAero.
Price
99th pct$425k · 99th percentile of 5 listings
Airframe time
50th pct3,250 hours total (TTAF) · 50th percentile of 6 listings
Engine time
60th pct320 hours since new · 60th percentile of 5 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 | 1979 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | PIPER |
| Model | ARROW IV |
| Condition | Used |
| Registration # | YR-CEF |
| FlightRules | IFR |
Airframe
| Total Time | 3,250 |
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Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL TSIO360FB |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 320 SNEW |
| Engine TBO | 1800 |
| Year Engine Overhauled or Installed as New | 2023 |
Props
| Prop Time | 600 SNEW |
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Avionics
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
|---|---|
| Avionics/Radios | Full IFR Compliant Garmin Glass Cockpit ON PANEL PFD and MFD G3X G5 + Emergency Battery Pack (Backup PFD) Garmin EIS (Engine Digital Information System displayed on G3X) GTN 650 COM1/NAV1 GNC 255 COM2/NAV2 GFC 500 Autopilot Bendix DME and ADF Digital Clock REMOTE (controlled PFD/MFD and GTN 650) WX 500 Stormscope GTX45R ADS In/Out (Traffic Information and warnings) Transponder with Mode S GMA245R Digital Audiopanel with Blue Tooth connectivity |
Modifications/Conversions
| Modifications/Conversions | Engine: Turbo Plus Intercooler (Better Engine Performance and cooling – avoid step climb and ideal for T/O on summer hot days) Wastegate (better throttle management) Airframe Knots2U wing tips / Flap / Aileron / Flap-fuselage / Stabilator / RG Gap seal kit (2022) to improve speed (8nm) Navigation and Landing LED Lighting Cabin Rosen Sunvisors for Pilot and Co-Pilot 2 x USB Port (standard and C) on Pilot, Co-Pilot and passenger seat |
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Interior
| Year Interior | 2021 |
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Exterior
| Year Painted | 2010 |
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Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Last ARC in July 2024 and just completed the 100h inspection. All maintenance records are available. |
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