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1980 PIPER SARATOGA SP
Starts from the median asking price of 6 comparable PIPER SARATOGA SP listings ($244,500), then adjusts for:
- Year -1 vs comparable listings -1.5%
- Airframe time -1,111 hr vs comps +2.2%
- Engine time -73 hr vs comps +0.2%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | PIPER SARATOGA SP |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 2,917 hrs |
| Engine time | 954 SMOH |
| Prop blades | 3 |
| Annual | August 2025 |
| Inspection | Annual |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
1980 Piper Saratoga C-GLHM (PA-32R-301) Serial Number: 32R-8013082 Well-maintained and highly capable six-seat Piper Saratoga featuring strong engine time, a recently overhauled Hartzell 3-blade propeller, and a proven IFR avionics suite. The Saratoga is well known for its excellent useful load, comfortable cabin, and stable cross-country performance, making it an ideal aircraft for family travel, business use, or utility flying. Powered by a Lycoming IO-540-K1G5D producing 300 HP, this aircraft has 954 hours since major overhaul and offers smooth, reliable performance. The Hartzell 3-blade propeller was overhauled in May 2023, enhancing both performance and ramp presence. Aircraft Details: 2917 Hours Total Time Since New Lycoming IO-540-K1G5D — 954 SMOH Hartzell 3-Blade Propeller — Overhauled May 2023 Avionics: KMA 20 Audio Panel TNL 1000 IFR GPS KY 197 COM Radio KNS 80 RNAV/VOR/DME King KT76A Transponder This aircraft presents an excellent opportunity to own a dependable, spacious, and economical high-performance Piper Saratoga with solid engine time and a clean, functional IFR platform.
Avionics
KMA 20 Audio Panel TNL 1000 Trimble Navigation KY 197 TSD COM KNS 80 VOR/DME RNAV King KT76A Transponder
How this aircraft compares
Where this PIPER SARATOGA SP lands versus other PIPER SARATOGA SP listings on fyiAero.
Price
17th pct$200k · 17th percentile of 6 listings
Airframe time
17th pct2,917 hours total (TTAF) · 17th percentile of 6 listings
Engine time
50th pct954 hours since major overhaul · 50th percentile of 6 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 | 1980 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | PIPER |
| Model | SARATOGA SP |
| Serial Number | 32R-8013082 |
| Registration # | C-GLHM |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
Airframe
| Total Time | 2,917 |
|---|---|
| Max Takeoff Weight | 3,600 lb |
| Basic Empty Weight | 2,235 lb |
| Useful Load | 1,365 lb |
| Fuel Capacity Volume | 107 gal |
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | LYCOMING IO-540-K1G5D |
|---|---|
| Engine Horsepower | 300 HP |
| Engine 1 Time | 954 SMOH |
| Engine TBO | 2000 |
| Year Engine Overhauled or Installed as New | 1998 |
Props
| Prop Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
|---|---|
| Prop Model | HC-C3YR-1RF |
| Number of Blades | 3 |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | KMA 20 Audio Panel TNL 1000 Trimble Navigation KY 197 TSD COM KNS 80 VOR/DME RNAV King KT76A Transponder |
|---|
Interior
| Number of Seats | 6 |
|---|---|
| Configuration | Passenger |
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Annual Inspection August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |
