Cessna 320E Pre-Buy Checklist
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Purchase Price
$30K-$200K
Prebuy Items
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ADs
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Insurance
$2,588
per year (experienced)
Safety Record (NTSB)
Public incident data · 1982-2025
8
Total Incidents
8
Accidents
5
Fatal
296.3
Per 1K Fleet
Raw public data from NTSB. Not a safety grade. Compare with fleet size and hours flown.
Purchase Price by Year
1970-1979
$17K-$33K
1980-1989
$22K-$42K
1990-1999
$30K-$58K
2000-2009
$42K-$82K
2010-2019
$66K-$128K
2020-present
$121K-$233K
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Cessna 320E cost?
Typical purchase price: $30K-$200K
What should I check before buying a Cessna 320E?
Have a qualified A&P mechanic perform a thorough pre-buy inspection of the airframe, engine, avionics, and logbooks.
How much is insurance for a Cessna 320E?
Experienced pilots: $2,588-$3,163/year.
Are there any known issues with the Cessna 320E?
Check FAA airworthiness directives and type club resources for known issues.
Cost Summary
Purchase$30K-$200K
Annual Fixed$10,388/yr
Hourly Variable$133.10/hr
5-Year Total$148K-$443K
Engine
ModelCONT MOTOR IO 520 SERIES
Power285 HP
TBO2,000 hrs
Overhaul$68,400-$102,600
Disclaimer
This guide is for informational purposes only. Always hire a qualified A&P mechanic for a professional pre-buy inspection. Data sourced from FAA records and industry benchmarks.