1960 Cessna 182
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFR• Audio Panel: Garmin GMA 345 digital Bluetooth audio panel w/music port and 3LMB
• GPS: Garmin GNC 355 touchscreen WAAS/LPV GPS w/ADS-B traffic/weather • Nav/Com #1: Narco MK 12 D+ TSO Nav/Com • Nav/Com #2: Narco MK 12 D TSO Nav/Com • EFI PFD: Garmin GI 275 as primary function display • EFI HSI: Garmin GI 275 as horizontal situation indicator • VOR/LOC/GS: Narco ID 825 course deviation indicator with glideslope • VOR/LOC: Secondary course deviation indicator • Autopilot: Garmin GFC 500 digital autopilot including: • • Garmin GMC 507 mode controller • • Garmin GSA 28 roll servo • • Garmin GSA 28 pitch servo • • Panel mounted go around switch • Transponder: Stratus ESG Appaero ADS-B In/Out transponder • ADS-B: Stratus ESG Appaero ADS-B In/Out transponder • Compass: Vertical card compass • CHT: Single probe CHT indicator • EGT: Alco single probe EGT indicator • ICS: Four-place intercom system via Garmin GMA 345 with standard jacks • ELT: Emerging Lifesaving Technologies 406ELT w/panel mount indicator/switch • Clock: Wittnauer 8-day clock • Outside air temperature indicator • Lighter/auxiliary power port• Pilot yoke push-to-talk and autopilot disconnect switches with RAM iPad/iPhone mount
• Copilot yoke push-to-talk switch with RAM iPad/iPhone mountDescription
Nicely Garmin equipped Skylane with GNC 355 touchscreen WAAS/LPV GPS w/ADS-B traffic/weather, Narco Mark 12 D+, Narco Mark 12 D, Garmin GI 275 PFD, Garmin GI 275 HSI, VOR/LOC/GS, VOR/LOC, Garmin GFC 500 digital autopilot, Status ESG Appaero ADS-B In/Out, GMA 345 Bluetooth audio panel.
Engine
• Engine: Continental O-470-L serial number 68353-8-L, 230 HP • 1,716 hours SMOH • 1,500 hour TBO • Compressions at last annual: #1 72, #2 70, #3 70, #4 72, #5 70, #6 70 • Engine field overhauled 05/06/1979 by A&P 383402923 • 484 hours since 500-hour left and right magneto inspections 07/17/2014
Propeller
• Propeller: McCauley 2A34C203-C/G90DCA-8 two blade constant speed, sn: 748426 • 603 hours since propeller overhaul by Stockton Propeller Inc. 08/02/2011 • New Aero Tech propeller governor installed 10/01/2011 @ 4141.5 AFTT
Interior
• Beige fabric headliner • white metal window trim • Beige fabric and brown textured vinyl door and side panels • Pilot/copilot beige fabric seats with brown textured vinyl inserts, shoulder harnesses/lap belts • Aft cabin beige fabric bench seat with brown textured vinyl inserts and lap belts • Overhead forward dimming map/instrument light, switchable cabin light and cabin speaker • Forward cabin upper air vents at wing roots • Beige floor carpeting • Aft cabin cargo/baggage area • Condition 7 (Professional Aircraft Appraisal Organization Interior Grading Guide)
Exterior
• Overall white with dark green, light green and silver trim and accents • Condition 5 (Professional Aircraft Appraisal Organization Exterior Paint Grading Guide)
Inspection
Inspection: • Next annual inspection due 11/01/2024 • Transponder or IFR recertification due • ELT battery replacement due 01/31/2025 Logbooks: • Original and complete airframe logbooks, engine logbooks commence at overhaul on 10/13/1972, propeller logbook commences on 04/14/1989 Damage: • Prop strike ≈04/14/1989 (no structural damage)
Modifications / STCs
• • Left and right brake linings replaced 04/12/2022
• • Left and right fuel tank drains replaced 04/12/2022
• • New Concord RG35AXC aircraft battery installed 07/01/2021
• • Door Steward gas door strut installed 06/19/2020 per STC SA01120SE
• • New Knisley Welding exhaust collector assembly installed 01/25/2015 per STC SA01293LA
• • Airwolf remote mounted oil filter kit installed 01/25/2015 per STC SA00079NY
• • New engine Lord mounts installed 01/25/2015
• • Two Seaton Engineering instrument panel dimmers installed 08/30/2012 per STC SA01800SE
• • Plane Power alternator conversion kit installed 02/16/2012 per STC SA10682SC
• • Monarch fuel caps installed 09/26/2011 per STC SA2376CE
• • Cleveland Wheel & Brake conversion kit installed 05/09/1988 per STC SA13GL
• • McCauley propeller and spinner installed 05/19/1989 per STC SA3238NM
• • Brackett air filter assembly installed 10/21/1986 per STC SA71GL
• • Met-Co-Aire fiberglass wingtips installed 06/25/1962 per STC SA12WE
• • Pushbutton starter
• • Manual rudder and pitch trim
• • Manual flaps
• • Heated pitot static head
• • Pilot and copilot hinged windows
• • Parking brake
• • Tow bar
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Wolfe Aviation
trade-a-plane.com
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$104,500
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Stockton, CA | Mar 30, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Verlyn Wolfe
controller.com
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$104,500
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Stockton, CA | Mar 14, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Wolfe Aviation
aviationtrader.com.au
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$107,752
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Stockton, California, Australia | Apr 04, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Wolfe Aviation
controlleremea.co.uk
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$106,378 *
GBP £79,005
|
Stockton, CA | Apr 04, 2026 | — | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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About This Cessna 182
This 1960 Cessna 182 (N2221) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 4,745 hours on the airframe. There are currently 83 182 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $37,500 to $649,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $104,500.
The 182 cruises at 140 kts (259 km/h) with a range of 915 nm (1,695 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 18,100 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 12.5 GPH (47 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $69/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $160/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $20,000. With 4,745 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
FAA registration status: Valid. NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. There are 10 airworthiness directives applicable to this aircraft type — review AD compliance carefully before purchase. Mechanics have filed 10 service difficulty reports for this type — common maintenance items to discuss during pre-buy.
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Cessna 182 — Model Specs
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Ownership & Registration
Registered Owner
CONLEY JAMES ANDREW
Registration Address
MERCED, CA
Certificate Issued
2017-03-08
Airworthiness
1960-01-23
FAA Status
Valid
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, updated Mar 15, 2026
Location & Ownership
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 database checked for N2221.
Airworthiness Directives — Cessna 182
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 10 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.
Cessna Aircraft Company 120, 140, 140A, 150, F150, 170, 172, F172, FR172, P172D, 175, 177, 180, 182, 185, A185E, 190, 195, 206, P206, U206, TP206, TU206, 207, T207, 210, T210, 336, 337, and T337 Series Airplanes
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View full AD →Cessna Aircraft Company (Cessna) 172, 175, 177, 180, 182, 185, 206, 207, 208, 210, 303, 336, and 337 Series Airplanes
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View full AD →Cessna Aircraft Company Models 172R, 172S, 182T, T182T, 206H, and T206H Airplanes
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View full AD →Cessna Aircraft Company Models 172R, 172S, 182S, 182T, T182T, 206H, and T206H Airplanes
View full AD →Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.
Service Difficulty Reports — Cessna 182
SDRs are reports filed by mechanics about problems found during maintenance. 10 recent reports for this aircraft type.
THE DISSIMILAR METAL TAPE SUPPLIED IN STC SA00496SE (U-LINE ELECTRICAL TAPE) IS CAUSING CORROSION ON THE ENGINE MOUNT TO THE POINT OF REPLACING THE ENGINE MOUNT WITH IN 500-100HRS AFTER INSTALLING THE STC. THIS HAS HAPPENED ON THREE OF OUR FLEET AIRC...
DURING FIREWALL CLEANING/INSPECTION DURING ANNUAL/100HR INSPECTION, A CRACK, APPROXIMATELY 1.0" IN LENGTH WAS DISCOVERED IN THE UPPER RADIUS OF THE LEFT HAND SIDE OF THE LOWER FIREWALL DOUBLER DIRECTLY THROUGH THE TOP RIVET THAT HOLDS THE PARKING BRA...
DURING FIREWALL CLEANING/INSPECTION DURING ANNUAL/100HR INSPECTION, A CRACK, APPROXIMATELY 2.3 IN LENGTH WAS DISCOVERED IN THE UPPER RADIUS OF THE LEFT HAND SIDE OF THE LOWER FIREWALL DOUBLER DIRECTLY THROUGH THE TOP RIVET THAT HOLDS THE PARKING BRAK...
CRACK ON WING SIDE OF RH STRUT. AIRFRAME TOTAL TIME IS 10298.9. CRACK WAS FOUND DURING ROUTINE 100/HR INSPECTION. AIRPLANE DOES PIPELINE PATROL.
DURING FIREWALL CLEANING IN PREPARATION OF INSTALLATION OF NEWLY OVERHAULED ENGINE, A CRACK, APPROXIMATELY 2.3 IN LENGTH WAS DISCOVERED IN THE UPPER RADIUS OF THE LEFT HAND SIDE OF THE LOWER FIREWALL DOUBLER DIRECTLY THROUGH THE TOP RIVET THAT HOLDS ...
DURING 100HR / ANNUAL INSPECTION FOUND RH INBOARD FLAP COVE SKIN CRACKED ALONG WITH FLAP TRACK RIVETS WORKING OUT. INSPECTED AREA AROUND FLAP AND FOUND THE INBD FLAP TRACK/RIB ASSEMBLY TO BE CRACKED THROUGH.
NOSE GEAR UPPER TORQUE LINK BROKE CAUSING GEAR TO COLLAPSE UPON TOUCHDOWN.
I HAD THE ELECTROAIR DUAL EIS INSTALLED BY THEIR RECOMMENDED INSTALLER. I HAD 3 NEW SEPARATE MTH (MAG TIMING HOUSING) FAILURES RESULTING IN VERY POOR ENGINE OPERATION. THE 1ST MTH FAILED DUE TO GEARS COMING APART. THE 2ND FROM WHAT THE IA SAID WAS A ...
CARB AIRBOX BUTTERFLY VALVE ATTACHMENT TO ACTUATING SHAFT FAILED BY POORLY SHOT RIVET PULLING THROUGH THE BRACKET HOLE ON RIGHT SIDE. LEFT SIDE RIVET IS LOOSE AS WELL BUT HAD NOT FAILED AT THE TIME OF DISCOVERY. VALVE WAS HANGING DOWN AWAY FROM THE S...
LOST AVIONICS, TRANSPONDER, AND RADIO STACK. SMELLED BURNING WIRES AND DECLARED EMERGENCY. LANDED WITHOUT FURTHER INCIDENT. FOUND SOURCE TO BE A BAD 40 AMP BREAKER SWITCH WHICH RUNS THE AVIONICS AND RADIO STACK.
Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System. Shows maintenance issues reported by mechanics for this aircraft type.
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