Piper Pacer Aircraft (PA-20)

1 used Piper Pacer aircraft for sale · updated 14 hours ago

About the Piper Pacer

The Piper Pacer family (PA-22) is the short-wing Piper of the 1950s — the Pacer is the taildragger version, the Tri-Pacer the nosewheel version (Piper's first nosewheel), and the Colt the two-seat trainer derivative. All share a tube-and-fabric construction and a Lycoming O-320 (135-150 hp). A characterful 1950s family with a small devoted following; the Tri-Pacer in particular is one of the cheapest four-seat aircraft on the market.

Piper Pacer Specifications

Model spec

The Piper Pacer is a single engine piston with a cruise speed of 109 kt (202 km/h), a range of 504 nm (933 km).

Performance
Cruise109 kt (202 km/h)
Max Speed121 kt (224 km/h)
Range504 nm (933 km)
Weights & Seats
Max Gross Weight1,950 lbs (885 kg)

1 Piper Pacer For Sale

1950 Piper Pacer

No photo available
Project
$4,500
For Sale
Reg# N7688K US
Location Grants Pass, OR
Via Brent Hansen
Listed 2mo ago

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Piper Pacer Price & Cost

Piper Pacer Price Guide

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 guides: Buyer's Guide | Financing Guide | Pre-Buy Inspection

Buying a Used Piper Pacer

When buying a Piper Pacer, 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 Pacer

How much does a used Piper Pacer cost?
Pacer values reflect strong demand for capable four-seat taildraggers among classic-aircraft owners. See the live price range and median above; fabric and tube condition, engine time and originality drive pricing.
What is the difference between the Pacer and the Tri-Pacer?
The Pacer (PA-20) is the taildragger; the Tri-Pacer (PA-22) is the same short-wing airframe fitted with a nosewheel for easier ground handling. Tailwheel pilots often prefer the Pacer, and a number of Tri-Pacers have been converted to Pacer configuration.

Piper Pacer Inventory by Country

United States1

Piper Pacer by Price

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Piper Pacer by Decade

1950s1

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Piper Pacer Safety Record

No NTSB events on record for the Piper Pacer. 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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