Piper Comanche Aircraft under $100,000

Under $100k for a piston single is the value-entry price band — typically older airframes (1960s-80s), mid-life or run-out engines, original or basic avionics with retrofit ADS-B Out compliance. These are entry-budget trainers and touring singles. Budget realistically for engine work, ADS-B Out compliance if not yet installed, panel upgrades and corrosion-area inspection.

18 used Piper Comanche aircraft for sale under $100,000 · $40K – $99K · updated 2 hours ago

About the Piper Comanche

The Piper Comanche (PA-24) is a classic, fast, retractable-gear single — produced 1957-1972 with 180, 250, 260 and 400 hp variants on the same low-wing airframe. The 260 hp Comanche cruises near 160 knots; the rare 400 hp Comanche is one of the fastest piston singles of its era. The Comanche has a devoted owner community and is regarded as one of the best-handling singles of its generation.

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Piper Comanche Specifications

Model spec

The Piper Comanche is a single engine piston with a cruise speed of 157 kt (291 km/h), a range of 956 nm (1,771 km).

Performance
Cruise157 kt (291 km/h)
Max Speed165 kt (306 km/h)
Range956 nm (1,771 km)
Weights & Seats
Max Gross Weight2,900 lbs (1,315 kg)

18 Piper Comanche For Sale

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There are currently 18 used Piper Comanche for sale, ranging from $40,146 to $99,500, with a median asking price of $86,500.

$40,146 ↓ -$383
For Sale
Total Time 2,700
Reg# N84VK US
Location Tatenhill, United Kingdom
Listed 1mo ago
$69,000
For Sale
Total Time 3,600
Reg# 7200P
Location Locust Grove, GA
Listed 2mo ago
$71,000
For Sale
Total Time 4,345
Reg# N5772P US
Location Long Beach, CA
Listed 8d ago
$74,000
For Sale
Total Time 2,560
Reg# N7065P US
Location TX
Listed 2mo ago
$79,000
For Sale
Total Time 4,635
Reg# N6236P US
Location Hampton, GA
Listed 2mo ago
$79,000
For Sale
Total Time 6,440
Reg# N5217P US
Location Greensboro, NC
5 sources
Listed 2mo ago
$84,500
For Sale
Total Time 4,158
Reg# N5365P US
Location Placerville, CA
3 sources
Listed 2d ago
$85,000
For Sale
Reg# C-FMTQ Canada
Location Breslau, ON, Canada
3 sources
Listed 2mo ago
$86,000
For Sale
Total Time 4,500
Reg# C-FUYR Canada
Location Hawkesbury, ON, Canada
2 sources
Listed 23d ago
$87,000
For Sale
Total Time 3,645
Location Hawkesbury, BC, Canada
2 sources
Listed 2mo ago

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Piper Comanche Price & Cost

How much does a Piper Comanche cost? Used Comanche prices: $40K – $99K, average $82K (median $86K), across 18 priced of 18 active listings.

Piper Comanche Price Guide
Market Deal RatingAeroGurus rating
Great Deal
16%
4
Good Deal
16%
4
Fair Price
24%
6
Overpriced
44%
11

Based on 25 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 Piper Comanche

When buying a Piper Comanche, the biggest value drivers are engine time since overhaul, maintenance-record completeness, damage history and avionics.

What to check before buying

  • Engine time to overhaul — hours and years remaining drive price more than total airframe time.
  • Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records protect value.
  • Damage history — any prior accident or incident; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
  • Avionics — a modern glass panel vs legacy 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 — Piper Comanche

Is the Piper Comanche a twin?
No — the PA-24 Comanche is a single-engine retractable. The twin-engine version is the separate PA-30/PA-39 Twin Comanche.
How much does a used Piper Comanche cost?
Pricing varies by engine — a 180 sits below a 250 or 260, and the rare 400 commands a premium. See the live price range and median above for current Comanche listings.
How fast is a Comanche?
Most Comanches cruise around 160 kt on relatively modest fuel burn thanks to a clean laminar-flow wing; the 400-hp model is faster but thirstier.
What engine options did the Comanche have?
180, 250, 260 and 400 hp. The 250 and 260 are the most common; the 400 is a rare, high-performance straight-six variant.

Piper Comanche Inventory by Country

United States26
Canada4
Switzerland1
United Kingdom1

Piper Comanche Inventory by State

California5
Georgia2
North Carolina2
Texas2

Piper Comanche by Price

Under $100k10
Under $200k28
Under $300k29
Under $500k29

Piper Comanche by Decade

1950s5
1960s13

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Piper Comanche Safety Record

No NTSB events on record for the Piper Comanche. Individual aircraft safety records may be available on detail pages.

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

Disclaimer: All prices, cost estimates, and market values shown are based on asking prices from third-party sources and are provided for informational purposes only. AeroGurus is not an appraiser, broker, or financial advisor. Always obtain a professional appraisal and independent inspection before making a purchase decision.
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