1938 Piper J-3 CUBSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft • Indianapolis, IN, USA
This 1938 Piper J-3 Cub (N1938C) presents as a well-maintained classic with 3,670 total airframe hours and a Continental C90-8F engine showing 577 hours since major overhaul (SMOH) in September 2006. The aircraft received a full restoration in 2003 including new Ceconite fabric that remains in great condition, along with a McCauley metal propeller installed concurrently with the engine. Recent upgrades include new tires, disc brakes, and bungees, while the auxiliary wing fuel extends operational flexibility.
Stored in a climate-controlled hangar, this VFR-configured Cub exhibits excellent cosmetic condition both inside and out according...
- Year
- 1938
- Make
- Piper
- Series
- J-3
- Model
- J-3 CUB
- Tail #
- N1938C
- Serial #
- 2633
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Specifications
- Category
- Single-Engine Piston
- Intended Use
- Classic / Antique, Recreational
- Flight Rules
- VFR
- Seats
- 2
Hours, Logs & Inspections
- Total Time
- 3,670 hrs
- Engine 1 Time
- 577 hrs (SMOH)
- Prop 1 Time
- 577 hrs (SMOH)
- Logbook Status
- Complete Logs
Additional Equipment
Brakes
New disc brakes
Bungees
New bungees
Fuel System
Aux wing fuel
Auxiliary Fuel Tank
Tires
New tires
Interior & Exterior
- Interior Year
- 2003
- Paint Year
- 2003
- Interior Notes
- Beautiful inside and out
- Exterior Notes
- Fabric is in great condition
Engine & Propeller
- Engine Type
- Piston
- Engine Count
- 1
- Engine Make
- Continental
- Engine Model
- C90-8F
- Engine Power
- 90 HP
- Propeller Model
- McCauley
Asking Price
$59,000
Aircraft Location
Indianapolis, IN, USA
Listing Details
- Used
- For Sale
Price History
Jul 31, 2025: $59,000 - controller
Jul 17, 2025: $59,000 - trade-a-plane
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Asking Price
$59,000
Aircraft Location
Indianapolis, IN, USA
Listing Details
- Used
- For Sale
Price History
Jul 31, 2025: $59,000 - controller
Jul 17, 2025: $59,000 - trade-a-plane
Contact Seller
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Asking Price
$59,000