1982 Piper Fixed Gear Saratoga

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Year: 1982
Make: Piper
Model: Fixed Gear Saratoga
Registration: N186SX
Time: Only 3347 Hours Since New
Engine: Only 475 Hours Since Major Overhaul by Signature Engines with New Cylinders Overhauled in 2012
Prop: Only 150 Hours Since Overhaul 3-Blade
Annual: Due March 2016
Ifr: Due April 2016

Exterior: We removed all necessary control surfaces, the inspection panels, the wing, elevator and rudder tips. All the exterior plastic or fiberglass was inspected. We replaced anything we could not restore to like new condition. Next, we stripped off the old paint down to the bare aluminum, including the door frames. Then we cleaned, prepped, and primed all surfaces. The final paint coat was applied in a dust-free environment, where we used the Sherwin Williams Jet-Glo process. The control surfaces were re-balanced and installed with new hardware. All other external hardware was replaced with stainless steel. All exterior rubber seals were replaced. New glass was installed and the windows were sealed to prevent leakage.. This new classy paint job is in Matterhorn White with Flight Base Blue and Quicksilver stripes. Paint job was done in 2012 and still looks like NEW!!!

Interior: We removed the complete interior and examined it for corrosion. We cleaned and treated any that was found. We inspected all interior plastic, and made any repairs or replaced it with new materials. The window trim was dyed to match the interior of the aircraft. The headliner was cleaned and re-dyed or replaced– whatever it took to make it look like new. The seatbelts were re-webbed and color coordinated to match the interior. We installed a new interior placard kit, and new carpeting throughout. We fashioned new side panels with new hardware to fit and look like they did from the factory. We padded and covered the armrests in a matching material. We performed a mechanical and structural inspection of the seat frames, and repaired them as necessary. Also, we painted the seat frames to match the interior. We re-worked the foam and the seat webbing so they’re conducive to lumbar and thigh support. If you prefer, we can custom-cut the foam to fit your body shape before you take delivery. We covered the seats in a high-grade leather and vinyl combination and used a double-French seam– the same process used in high-end vehicles. We installed new windlace cord on doors, along with all new door seals. We find that makes for a quite cabin. The color is a rich light tan. It’s a perfect compliment to the side panels and the cut-pile carpeting in beige. This Fixed Gear Saratoga features club seating. Interior was installed in 2012 and still looks like new.

Avionics: We removed all outdated avionics and excess wiring. Every flight and engine instrument was inspected for cosmetic and mechanical performance. If any instrument lenses were foggy, discolored, or not working properly, they were repaired. The autopilot is tested to perform to manufacturer’s specifications. If it didn’t meet these standards, it was fixed. All light bulbs were inspected and replaced if not working.

GMA 35 Audio Panel with 6 Place Intercom and Music Input
Garmin GTN 750 Touch Screen IFR GPS NAV COM
Century HSI
King KX 155 Nav Com
King Glideslope
Garmin GTX330 Transponder with Traffic Displayed on GTN 750
Garmin 796 Panel Dock with NEXRAD
JPI EDM 700 Engine Monitor with Fuel Flow



Autopilot: Century 41 with Altitude Hold, Vertical Speed, Auto Trim, Heading Bug, WAAS and ILS Coupling(It will fly a coupled approach)


Features: Factory Air-Conditioning
Complete Logs Since New
No Known Damage History
No Known Corrosion Problems
External Power Plug
Dual Push to Talk Switches
Outside Air Temperature Gauge
Wing Tip Strobes
Avionics Master Switch
Electric Trim
Heated Pitot
Alternate Static Source

Price: $SOLD