1946 Piper J-3 CUBSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft • Redondo Beach, CA, USA
This 1946 Piper J-3 Cub (N98198) represents a meticulously restored example with only 511 total hours on the airframe, documented since new. The aircraft features a Continental A-65-8F engine with just 38 hours since major overhaul in 2016, well below its 1,200-hour TBO. The airframe was completely rebuilt and finished in classic Cub Yellow paint over Ceconite fabric, presenting in excellent condition. With an annual inspection completed in May 2025 and complete logs available, this STOL-capable taildragger is ready for its next owner. The extremely low time since restoration and recent engine overhaul make this one of the most pristine J-3...
- Year
- 1946
- Make
- Piper
- Series
- J-3
- Model
- J-3 CUB
- Tail #
- N98198
- Serial #
- N98198
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Specifications
- Category
- Single-Engine Piston
- Intended Use
- Classic / Antique, Recreational
Hours, Logs & Inspections
- Total Time
- 511 hrs
- Engine 1 Time
- 38 hrs (SMOH)
- Logbook Status
- Complete logs
- Inspection Status
- Annual completed 5/2025
Interior & Exterior
- Exterior Notes
- Painted in Cub Yellow over Ceconite Fabric
Engine & Propeller
- Engine Type
- Piston
- Engine Count
- 1
- Engine Make
- Continental
- Engine Model
- A65-8F
Asking Price
$80,000
Aircraft Location
Redondo Beach, CA, USA
Listing Details
- Used
- For Sale
Price History
May 13, 2025: $80,000 - trade-a-plane
May 13, 2025: $80,000 - controller
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Asking Price
$80,000
Aircraft Location
Redondo Beach, CA, USA
Listing Details
- Used
- For Sale
Price History
May 13, 2025: $80,000 - trade-a-plane
May 13, 2025: $80,000 - controller
Contact Seller
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Asking Price
$80,000