1986 PIPER MALIBU
Starts from the median asking price of 8 comparable PIPER MALIBU listings ($528,086), then adjusts for:
- Airframe time -1,309 hr vs comps +2.6%
- Engine time -392 hr vs comps +1.2%
- Garmin GTN 750Xi (uncommon in comps) +3.5%
- Garmin G500 glass (uncommon in comps) +2.5%
- Market supply: 9 for sale of 212 FAA-registered +0.8%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | PIPER MALIBU |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 2,560 hrs |
| Engine time | 48 SOH |
| Prop blades | 3 |
| Avionics / flight deck | GARMIN G500 TXI |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GTN 750Xi, GTN 750 |
| Avionics / Other | Garmin GI 275, Garmin G500 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Annual | March 2026 |
| Inspection | Annual |
Description
Aerista is proud to present N31BX - a gorgeous Piper Malibu! With a Fresh Upgraded G500TXi Panel and recently overhauled engine, carry your family, friends, pets, and more in pressurized comfort to anywhere you can imagine. This aircraft has a gorgeous club configuration in the back, meaning your passengers will feel right at home. Additionally, N31BX has a fantastic avionics suite up front for the pilot with the latest and greatest TXi PFD, and a Garmin GTN 750. Call Clay at Aerista to learn more about this incredible machine!
Modifications
1166.8 Useful Load Extended Range tanks 6 place seating Storage Cabinets Spoilers Pressurization Air-Conditioning
Avionics
Garmin G500 TXi with EIS Suite GI275 ADAHRS Stby EFI Garmin GTN750 Xi Garmin GTX 45 KFC 150 AP Radar Altimeter King KFC 150 Autopilot
How this aircraft compares
Where this PIPER MALIBU lands versus other PIPER MALIBU listings on fyiAero.
Price
75th pct$570k · 75th percentile of 8 listings
Airframe time
38th pct2,560 hours total (TTAF) · 38th percentile of 8 listings
Engine time
14th pct48 hours since overhaul · 14th percentile of 7 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 | 1986 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | PIPER |
| Model | MALIBU |
| Serial Number | 46-8608031 |
| Registration # | N31BX |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | CKV |
Airframe
| Total Time | 2,560 |
|---|---|
| Auxiliary Fuel Tank | Yes |
| Spoilers | Yes |
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 48 SOH |
| Engine TBO | 2000 |
| Turbocharged | Yes |
Props
| Prop Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
|---|---|
| Number of Blades | 3 |
Avionics
| Flight Deck Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN G500 TXI |
|---|---|
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
| WAAS | Yes |
| SVT | Yes |
| Yaw Damper | Yes |
| Active Traffic | Yes |
| Terrain Warning System | Yes |
| Engine Monitor | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Garmin G500 TXi with EIS Suite GI275 ADAHRS Stby EFI Garmin GTN750 Xi Garmin GTX 45 KFC 150 AP Radar Altimeter King KFC 150 Autopilot |
Additional Equipment
| Flight Into Known Icing (FIKI) | Yes |
|---|---|
| A/C | Yes |
| Additional Equipment | 1166.8 Useful Load Extended Range tanks 6 place seating Storage Cabinets Spoilers Pressurization Air-Conditioning |
Interior
| Year Interior | 1986 |
|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 6 |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 1986 |
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Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Annual Inspection Completed March 2026 ** Specifications Subject to Verification Upon Inspection |
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