Description:
N1689K / SER 4416 is a 1946 Luscombe 8E being presented for sale by owner. I purchased the plane in 2024 to use as an initial tail wheel trainer. It’s been a great flying, dependable airplane the whole time. The plane was annualed in May of 2026 and is currently being flown regularly.
It’s powered by a continental c85 stroker making about 100 horsepower. 454 SMOH, being flown regularly so hours will go up. There’s been about $20,000 put into this airplane since 2024 and it’s currently in top running shape. The paint on the plane is beautiful and I would rate the exterior of the plane as a 9 out of 10. The interior is equipped with Cessna 150 seats with decent but not perfect upholstery. The panel has the original teak wood laminate on it which is peeling off. The original headliner is in good shape but shows its age. I would rate the interior as a 5 out of 10.
Magneto overhaul 2026
New tires 2024/ 2025
TTAF 3973
SMOH 454
New exhaust May 2026
Rear two cylinders replaced with Millenniums in 2024.
Starter and generator overhaul 2025
Bendix King KX-125 TSO
KT-76 A Transponder
Turn Bank coordinator
Electric Start
Two place intercom
Wingtip strobes
New ACK model E-04 ELT, 2025
ADSB Out via Uavionics Sky Beacon.
12.5 gallon fuel Wing tanks, total 25 gal.
Spin-On oil filter
Tempest fine wire spark plugs new in 2025.
I have all the maintenance records from 1946 forward to current for the plane. The plane had ground loop damage in 1948 and was repaired by the Luscombe factory.
Sale includes wheel pants, a second set of Patrol doors, cowling and fuselage storage covers,and some vintage Luscombe paraphernalia. The plane won Best in show in the 1997 Eastern Sierra air show. The award plaque will go with the plane.
