This 1956 Piper J-3 C85, offered at $74,000 by Southern Cubs LLC and located in Jupiter, FL, is a fully restored example ready for immediate sale following a total restoration in 2004. The aircraft is equipped with a C85-12 engine that features a 0-200 crank and has just 120 hours since major overhaul. It benefits from an electric start, a Trig radio and transponder with ADSB, Cleveland wheels and brakes, an AB3200 tailwheel, and 26-inch Bushwheels. The seller describes it as a beautiful restoration, ready for its next adventure.
Comms
Trig Radio
ADSB
Trig Transponder - (ADSB)
Wheels and Brakes
Cleveland - wheels brakes
Tailwheel
AB3200 - tail wheel
Tires
Bushwheels - 26"
Starter
Electric start
Crankshaft
0-200 crank
Asking Price
$74,000
FL, USA
Jun 26, 2026: $74,000(-$6,000) - barnstormers
May 12, 2026: $80,000 - barnstormers
Asking Price
$74,000
FL, USA
Jun 26, 2026: $74,000(-$6,000) - barnstormers
May 12, 2026: $80,000 - barnstormers
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Asking Price
$74,000