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Single-Engine Piston

1981 PIPER T SARATOGA SP

🕒 Listed 3 months ago
$258,417
fyiEstimate $206,500–$212,000 ⓘ How this estimate is built

Starts from the median asking price of 4 comparable Piper T SARATOGA SP listings ($189,450), then adjusts for:

  • Year +0 vs comparable listings -0.8%
  • Airframe time -800 hr vs comps +1.6%
  • Engine time -415 hr vs comps +3.3%
  • Garmin GTN 750 (25% of comps) +8.1%
  • No ADS-B (75% of comps have one) -1.9%

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

1981
2,259 hrs
I-TECO ✈ Flight Tracking
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LYCOMING IO-540-K1G5D
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HARTZELL HC-C3YR-1RF
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★ 4.0 (4 Google reviews)

Overview

Make / ModelPiper T SARATOGA SP
TypeSingle-Engine Piston
Airframe time2,259 hrs
Engine time619 SNEW
Prop blades3
Avionics / GPSGarmin GTN 750
Avionics / AutopilotKing KFC200
Garmin GPS Autopilot

Description

AT Aviation is proud to present this exceptionally well-presented Piper Saratoga SP, a low time example that has been well looked after by its current owners. Benefiting from complete logbooks and no damage history this aircraft represents a superb opportunity to acquire one of the finest Saratogas currently available. If you're ready for your next aircraft... keep reading. ‍ ‍ The Saratoga SP is widely regarded as one of the most capable and practical high-performance piston singles ever produced. The "SP" designation stands for Special Performance, reflecting the aircraft's more powerful 300 HP Lycoming engine and enhanced performance compared to earlier Saratoga variants. For owners looking to step up from aircraft such as the PA28 family, the Saratoga SP offers a natural progression, combining familiar Piper handling characteristics with significantly greater payload, range, speed, and cabin comfort. With its spacious six-seat interior, large baggage capacity, and excellent cross-country capability, it has become a favourite amongst private owners on the search for a genuine family touring aircraft. ‍ ‍ The avionics suite offers an excellent blend of modern capability and proven reliability. At its centre is the Garmin GTN 750 WAAS GPS nav/com, complemented by a secondary com box, Trig TT31 Mode S transponder, and the Aspen Pro PFD. The aircraft is also equipped with the KFC 200 Flight Control System autopilot with electric trim, providing enhanced workload reduction and confidence during both IFR and VFR operations. ‍ ‍ Inside the aircraft, I-TECO benefits from an upgraded interior in a striking two tone tan and black scheme. This follows to the matching side panels and new black carpets throughout, creating a luxury feel for pilots and passengers alike. CO is available for inspection by appointment at LIPM. For more details on the aircraft please enquire below and one of the team will be in touch. ‍

Recommended avionics upgrades

Garmin GTX 345 (ADS-B In/Out)

No ADS-B is listed — a GTX 345 delivers required ADS-B Out plus In (traffic & weather) in one transponder.

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Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.

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How this aircraft compares

Where this Piper T SARATOGA SP lands versus other Piper T SARATOGA SP listings on fyiAero.

Airframe time

40th pct
2,1514,812This aircraft · 2,259

2,259 hours total (TTAF) · 40th percentile of 5 listings

Engine time

40th pct
4251,963This aircraft · 619

619 hours since new · 40th 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

Year1981
ManufacturerPIPER
ModelT SARATOGA SP
ConditionUsed
Registration #I-TECO

Airframe

Total Time2,259

Engine

Engine 1 Make/ModelLYCOMING IO-540-K1G5D
Engine 1 Time619 SNEW
Engine TBO2000

Props

Prop ManufacturerHARTZELL
Prop ModelHC-C3YR-1RF
Prop Time371 SNEW
Number of Blades3

Avionics

Primary Flight Display 1 Manufacturer/ModelASPEN AVIONICS EFD1000 PRO PFD
GPS 1 Manufacturer/ModelGARMIN GTN 750
Transponder 1 Manufacturer/ModelTRIG TT31
Autopilot Manufacturer/ModelBENDIX/KING KFC200

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Last flight

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