1962 Cessna 185A
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
BTHComplete new panel July 2024 ($85,000 invested) Garmin G3X Touch with Fuel Flow Garmin GI 275 Backup Attitude Indicator Garmin GNX 375 GPS/ Transponder (In/Out) Garmin GFC 500 2 Axis Auto Pilot Garmin GMA 345 Audio Panel w/ bluetooth Garmin GNC 215 Nav/Comm Garmin GNC 205 Comm 2 USB/ USB-C Power ports Cies Fuel Senders New Microphone Stereo Headphone jacks
Description
1962 Cessna 185A with 3210 hrs TTSN Continental IO 550D with 1242hrs engine time MT-9-D/210-58 3 Blade Propeller with 1242hrs Gross Weight: 3525# Empty Weight: 1746# Useful Load: 1779#
Engine
Continental IO 550D with 1242hrs engine time MT-9-D/210-58 3 Blade Propeller with 1242hrs
Interior
Avion Research Control Wheels BAS Seat Belt/Shoulder Harnesses Mountain View Aviation Door Stewards F-Atlee Dodge rear jump seats Flat Extended baggage level with floor Cessna Factory 2 place child seat included
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Hank Swan
trade-a-plane.com
|
$354,000
|
Wasilla, AK | Apr 02, 2026 | — | Active |
Estimate Monthly Payment
Cessna 185A loan calculator
AeroGurus Data & Analysis
Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis
About This Cessna 185A
This 1962 Cessna 185A (N1628Z) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 3,210 hours on the airframe. There are currently 3 185A aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $160,000 to $354,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $354,000.
The 185A cruises at 145 kts (269 km/h) with a range of 720 nm (1,333 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 17,150 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 15.5 GPH (59 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $85/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $175/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $22,000. With 3,210 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. Mechanics have filed 7 service difficulty reports for this type — common maintenance items to discuss during pre-buy.
Pre-Purchase Checklist
Cessna 185A — Model Specs
Model specificationStandard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
AeroGurus estimateCESSNA 185
AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the CESSNA 185. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.
Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N1628Z.
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 safety data coming soon.
We'll check N1628Z against the NTSB accident database.
Service Difficulty Reports — Cessna 185A
SDRs are reports filed by mechanics about problems found during maintenance. 7 recent reports for this aircraft type.
INSTALLED PLANE POWER ALTERNATOR CONVERSION KIT, STC SA 10682SC ON AC. DURING OIL CHANGE FOUND ALTERNATOR BRACKET CRACKED TOTOALLY IN HALF. ALTERNATOR HAD ONLY BEEN IN USE 3 WEEKS AND APPROX 45 HRS. (K)
(CAN) DURING A 100 HOUR INSPECTION, FOUND THE NR 2 CYLINDER LOW COMPRESSION, RESULT WAS THE EXHAUST VALVE EDGE WAS BURNED. (TC NR 20070828007)
(CAN) THE BOLT THAT ATTACHES THE LT FORWARD RUDDER CABLE TO THE RUDDER PEDAL SETUP WAS ORIGINALLY TOO TIGHTLY DONE UP. THE CABLE ATTACHMENT FORK WAS NOT ABLE TO MOVE FREELY ON END, IN THE FORK, AND BREAK UNDER LOAD. (TC NR 20070502013)
(AUS) VOLTAGE REGULATOR FAULTY. VIBRATING CONTACTS WELDED CLOSED CAUSING OVER VOLTAGE WHICH DAMAGED SOME AVIONICS EQUIPMENT.
(CAN) PROPELLER RECEIVED FOR CORROSION INSPECTION. PROPELLER BLADE FERRULES FOUND CORRODED IN THE THREADED AREA.
THIS AIRCRAFT HAD STC SA 4305WE INCORPORATED, GAR-AERO 6 INCH TO 10 INCH WHEEL ADAPTERS WITH GOODYEAR 8.50-10 6-PLY TIRES. ON LANDING ROLL-OUT ON PAVED RUNWAY, THE LEFT TIRE WENT FLAT CAUSING THE AIRCRAFT TO GROUND LOOP. INVESTIGATION REVEALED THE ...
INSTALLED FACTORY NEW CONTINENTAL IO-550D ON CESSNA, N1650Z. ABOUT 15 TO 20 MINUTES INTO THE TEST FLIGHT, ENGINE BEGAN RUNNING ROUGH. OFF AIRPORT LANDING WAS MADE. THE PLUGS WERE CLEANED, TESTED, AND RESINTALLED. GROUND RUN OKAY AND THE AIRCRAFT ...
Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System. Shows maintenance issues reported by mechanics for this aircraft type.
Similar Aircraft for Sale
