This 1973 Piper Cherokee 180 (N56136) presents as a well-maintained example with a strong maintenance history and clean airframe. The aircraft features a factory-overhauled engine from 2002 with 1,635 hours since overhaul and approximately 15,000 total time on airframe. Owned by the same individual for 17 years, it has been stored in dry Indiana conditions, resulting in a corrosion-free airframe with shiny metal visible under the original but flaking paint. The recent extensive annual inspection included new Plane Power voltage regulator, fresh wing bolt inspections, and clean oil analysis with no metal detected in the filter - all cylinders showed high 70s compression during recent scoping.

The panel retains traditional steam gauges with a functioning King GPS and operational NAV/COM radios. The aircraft shows excellent mechanical condition with new-appearing rigging, good tires, and strong brakes, making it suitable for flight training or personal travel. Recent use has been limited to about a dozen hours over four years, though the seller reports six recent flight hours with no oil consumption. The 180-horsepower Lycoming performs strongly according to the seller, with the aircraft described as flying true and requiring minimal runway. All logbooks are present from new, and the aircraft is currently hangared in Kingston, TN (12TN). The seller is motivated and open to trades on this competitively priced Cherokee.