It’s been 45 years since Piper stretched the Cherokee fuselage to create the Six, and the much refined version of the airplane remains in production as the Saratoga II. That kind of production longevity is proof that Piper found an enduring market niche for the PA-32 family, and solid demand on the used market even in today’s depressed conditions is additional evidence that the airplane can do what others can’t.
Six Seat Stalwart: Used PA-32 Review
Key Takeaways:
- The Piper PA-32 family, encompassing the Cherokee Six, Lance, and Saratoga models, boasts remarkable production longevity and enduring market demand due to its unique utility as a high-payload single-engine aircraft.
- Key strengths include an exceptionally spacious cabin and versatile loading capabilities, facilitated by dedicated passenger and large baggage doors, making it ideal for transporting both people and bulky cargo.
- The series evolved from the original fixed-gear Cherokee Six, through the retractable-gear Lance (which included a less popular T-tail design), to the aerodynamically refined Saratoga with a tapered wing and later, advanced avionics.
- Even today, PA-32 models remain a strong value proposition in the used market, appreciated for their substantial cabin room, utility, robust Lycoming 540 engine, and proven durability.
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