1953 Cessna 180 Skywagon

1953 Cessna 180 Skywagon

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$149,500
Location Santa Paula, CA
Total Time 4,741 hrs
Seats 4
Reg # N2999A
Engine Continental O-470-A;O-470-J;O-470K
Cruise 142 kts (263 km/h)
ICAO Type C180
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Description

1953 Cessna 180 Skywagon, N2999A, Serial Number 30199, Total time 4,741 hrs, Engine: 0-470K Ser./No. 48104-7-K, T.B.O. 1,500 hrs, Engine S.M.O.H. 798.0, Propeller: McCauley Ser./No. 831824, Propeller S.M.O.H. 1,149 hrs, Inspection: Annual 5/1/26, Colors: Cream/Brown/Orange, Avionics: Audio Panel - Narco CP136, Nav/com 1 Narco - MK 12D, Nav/com 2 Narco - MK12D, Transponder Garmin GTX 335, Intercom PM 3000, ELT Artex ELT 10 121.5

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Will Kalbermatter
barnstormers.com
$149,500

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

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About This Cessna 180 Skywagon

This 1953 Cessna 180 Skywagon (N2999A) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 4,741 hours on the airframe. There are currently 8 180 Skywagon aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $149,500 to $314,900. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $149,500.

The 180 Skywagon cruises at 142 kts (263 km/h) with a range of 730 nm (1,352 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 17,700 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 12 GPH (45 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $66/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $155/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $18,000. With 4,741 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 4,741 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (2,000 hrs)
Budget $180 for pre-purchase inspection

Cessna 180 Skywagon — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
142 kts (263 km/h)
Max Speed
150 kts (278 km/h)
Range
730 nm (1,352 km)
Ceiling
17,700 ft (5,395 m)
Max Weight
2,800 lbs (1,270 kg)
Horsepower
230 HP
Fuel Capacity
79 gal (299 L)
Fuel Burn
12 GPH (45 L/h)
TBO
2,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

CESSNA 180 Skywagon

Fuel Burn
12.0 GPH
~$78/hr
Variable Cost
$155/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$18,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$30,000
every 2,000 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the CESSNA 180 Skywagon. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N2999A.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Santa Paula, CA

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Title Status

No FAA title records

Available for US-registered aircraft only

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.

Safety Record

NTSB safety data coming soon.

We'll check N2999A against the NTSB accident database.

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