Comprehensive price trends, days-to-sell data, and asking vs. sold price analysis based on verified ADN marketplace transactions — the most complete Swearingen-Fairchild Merlin market data available.
Average closed sale prices per quarter from verified Swearingen-Fairchild Merlin transactions in the ADN database. Asking prices excluded — closed sales only.
How long Swearingen-Fairchild Merlins typically sit on the market before closing. Lower numbers indicate stronger buyer demand.
The gap between what sellers ask and what buyers actually pay — annually. The wider the spread, the more negotiation room buyers have.
All prices reflect closed transactions only.
| Quarter | Avg Sold Price | Change | Units Sold | Avg Days to Sell |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4 2024 | $359,000 | — | 1 | 631 days |
| Q3 2024 | $75,500 | ↓ 79% | 1 | 174 days |
How average sale prices vary across different production eras of the Swearingen-Fairchild Merlin. Useful for comparing early vs. late models within the same type.
| Year Range | Avg Sold Price | Units Sold | Avg Days to Sell |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1940-1949 | $69,400 | 6 | 200 days |
| 1960-1969 | $219,500 | 1 | 305 days |
| 1970-1979 | $481,396 | 25 | 227 days |
| 1980-1982 | $655,333 | 12 | 244 days |
The Swearingen-Fairchild Merlin is one of the most actively tracked aircraft in the ADN marketplace. Across 57 recorded transactions, the all-time average closed sale price is $438,609. The typical price range (10th–90th percentile) runs from $59,950 to $795,000 depending on year, avionics, and airframe time.
One of the most important data points for any buyer: the current gap between average asking prices ($472,000) and average sale prices ($217,250) is $254,750 — or 117.3%. This is your baseline negotiation leverage. Most buyers don't know this number going into an offer.
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The $254,750 gap is your negotiating baseline. Most buyers don't know this number.
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