1963 Cessna 205
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
This 1964 Cessna 210-5 (popularly known as the 205) is an absolute standout performer, powered by a reliable IO-470 engine and equipped with a stage-one STOL kit, wing tips, flap gap seals, and big wheels for exceptional short-field capability.
Built for distance and utility, it features an impressive 120L fuel capacity on each side, along with a tail that was completely rebuilt just two years ago. While the neat interior remains beautifully original and the paint is in good-to-fair condition, its true value shines in the air—the current owner proudly rates it as the absolute best-flying Cessna they have ever owned.
This fantastic cross-country machine will be sold with a fresh Maintenance Release.
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Price Comparison
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Listing Source
planesales.com.au
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New South Wales, Australia | Jul 06, 2026 | 11 days | Active |
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About This Cessna 205
This 1963 Cessna 205 (VH-CRS) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 9,163 hours on the airframe. There are currently 10 205 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $99,000 to $189,900.
The 205 cruises at 140 kts (259 km/h) with a range of 700 nm (1,296 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 17,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 14 GPH (53 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $87/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 9,163 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (1,500 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Cessna 205 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).
This aircraft (VH-CRS) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
New South Wales, Australia
AU
Seller reportedTitle Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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We'll check VH-CRS against the NTSB accident database.
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