Beechcraft Musketeer Aircraft 1980s
1980s piston singles are pre-FADEC, pre-glass-cockpit airframes — Cessna 172/182, Piper PA-28 series, Bonanza V35/F33, Mooney M20J 201 from this period. Most have undergone at least one engine overhaul and avionics refresh (ADS-B Out retrofit, GPS upgrade). Pre-buy focus: airframe corrosion, AD compliance (especially recent wing-spar ADs on 210/PA-28), Lycoming or Continental engine condition, panel revision currency.
8 used Beechcraft Musketeer aircraft for sale 1980s · 3-seat · $99K – $165K · updated 13 hours ago
About the Beechcraft Musketeer
The Beechcraft Musketeer (Model 23) launched in 1963 as Beech's economical fixed-gear single, evolving into a family that included the four-seat Sundowner (180 hp), the two-seat Sport (150 hp), the retractable-gear Sierra (Model 24R, 200 hp) and the two-seat Skipper trainer (Model 77, T-tail). All share simple, docile handling and a Lycoming engine. They are the most affordable Beech singles and a common entry point into Beech ownership.
Beechcraft Musketeer Specifications
Model specThe Beechcraft Musketeer is a 3-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 102–137 kt (189–254 km/h), a range of 600–767 nm (1,111–1,420 km), and a useful load of 900 lbs (408 kg).
8 Beechcraft Musketeer For Sale
There are currently 8 used Beechcraft Musketeer for sale, ranging from $99,900 to $165,000, with a median asking price of $121,000.
Beechcraft Musketeer Variants
| Variant | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Price range | Best for | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra | — | — | 137 kts (254 km/h) | 647 nm (1,198 km) | — | $95K – $189K | — | 8 |
| Sport | — | — | 102 kts (189 km/h) | 767 nm (1,420 km) | — | $64K – $79K | — | 3 |
| Sundowner | 1971–1980 | 6 | 125 kts (232 km/h) | 600 nm (1,111 km) | 900 lbs (408 kg) | $20K – $165K | An affordable four-seat fixed-gear tourer and trainer — the best-known member of the low-cost Musketeer family. | 23 |
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How much does a Beechcraft Musketeer cost? Used Musketeer prices: $99K – $165K, average $126K (median $121K), across 6 priced of 8 active listings.
Based on 19 priced listings.
Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
Buying a Used Beechcraft Musketeer
Every Beechcraft Musketeer faces a mandatory 2,000-hour overhaul, so the single biggest factor in used price is how much time remains before that overhaul is due.
What to check before buying
- Time to overhaul — hours and years remaining to the 2,000-hour limit; this dominates resale value more than total time.
- Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records; missing logs cut value and complicate financing.
- Damage history — any prior accident, hard landing or blade strike; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
- Avionics — a glass panel vs steam gauges materially changes price.
- Pre-buy inspection — always commission an independent inspection by a type-experienced mechanic before money changes hands.
Frequently Asked Questions — Beechcraft Musketeer
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Beechcraft Musketeer Inventory by Country
| United States | 38 |
| Australia | 3 |
| Canada | 2 |
| Denmark | 1 |
| Slovakia | 1 |
Beechcraft Musketeer Inventory by State
| Florida | 7 |
| South Carolina | 6 |
| California | 4 |
| Texas | 4 |
| Tennessee | 3 |
| Wisconsin | 2 |
Beechcraft Musketeer by Price
| Under $100k | 20 |
| Under $200k | 38 |
| Under $300k | 38 |
| Under $500k | 38 |
Recently Sold Beechcraft Musketeer
| 1976 Sundowner | $89,500 |
| 1976 Sundowner | $63,385 |
| 1962 Musketeer | $11,500 |
Other Beechcraft Helicopters
| Beechcraft Bonanza 36 | 210 |
| Beechcraft Bonanza 35 | 145 |
| Beechcraft Baron 58 | 122 |
| Beechcraft King Air 200 | 93 |
Beechcraft Musketeer Safety Record
No NTSB events on record for the Beechcraft Musketeer. Individual aircraft safety records may be available on detail pages.
Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database