1970 Cessna 182 for sale

1970 Cessna 182

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$119,950
Location Livermore, CA
Total Time 4,895 hrs
Engine SMOH 2,003 hrs
Seats 4
Serial # 18260167
Reg # N92351
Engine Continental O-470-L
Cruise 140 kts (259 km/h)
ICAO Type C182
✓ Clean NTSB 10 ADs ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

Avionics: Apollo GX 55 GPS King KX 155 NAV/COM King KI 209 VOR/LOC/G.S. ICOM A-200 TSO COM Garmin Aera 510 GPS Stratus Appareo ESG ADS-B Transponder STEC 30 Auto Pilot System Date Installed 05-12-1998 Ps Engineering Pm 1000 Intercom Four Place And Dual Yoke PTT's Stratus USB Power Ports Including: Forced Air Technologies Supercharger System Pulse Flight Led Landing Lights Wing Tip Strobe Lights 80 Gal Fuel Auxternal Outlet Power Center Interior Console Pilot Seat Vert. Adj

Description

This Supercharged 1970 Cessna has been hangar kept in Northern California since new. Excellent documentation and complete logbooks since new show meticulous maintenance history. The overall paint, interior and windows all show in very good condition. Ready for new owner to fly and enjoy.

Engine

Total Time Engine: 2003 Hours Since Major Overhaul To New Limit Supercharged Continental 0-470-R S/N 238063-R Overhauled By Avail To New Limits On 03-28-2017 Total Time Propeller: 681 Hours Since Factory New McCauley 2A34C203-C S/N G-90DCA-8 Installed New 01/18/1999

Propeller

Total Time Airframe: 4895 Hours Since New

Interior

Gray Vinyl With Gray Seatbelts And Shoulder Harnesses By Douglass Interior Products Date Installed 05-12-1998

Exterior

All Over White With Light Gray And Medium Gray Painted By American Aircraft Painting Date Painted 04-05-1995

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

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$119,950

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About This Cessna 182

This 1970 Cessna 182 (N92351) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 4,895 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 $119,950.

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 4,895 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. 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.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 4,895 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (2,000 hrs)
Check 10 ADs compliance — mandatory before flight
Budget $188 for pre-purchase inspection

Cessna 182 — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
140 kts (259 km/h)
Max Speed
145 kts (269 km/h)
Range
915 nm (1,695 km)
Ceiling
18,100 ft (5,517 m)
Max Weight
3,100 lbs (1,406 kg)
Useful Load
1,110 lbs (503 kg)
Horsepower
230 HP
Fuel Capacity
92 gal (348 L)
Fuel Burn
12.5 GPH (47 L/h)
TBO
2,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

CESSNA 182

Fuel Burn
12.5 GPH
~$81/hr
Variable Cost
$160/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$20,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$32,000
every 2,000 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the CESSNA 182. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N92351.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Livermore, 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

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Airworthiness Directives — Cessna 182

ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 10 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.

FR-04-4375

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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2011-10-09 2011-06-17

Cessna Aircraft Company Models 150, 152, 170, 172, 175, 177, 180, 182, 185, 188, 190, 195, 206, 207, 210, T303, 336, and 337 Airplanes

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2008-26-10 2010-11-16

Cessna Aircraft Company (Cessna) 172, 175, 177, 180, 182, 185, 206, 207, 208, 210, 303, 336, and 337 Series Airplanes

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2009-04-05 2009-03-27

Cessna Aircraft Company Models 182Q and 182R Airplanes

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2008-10-02 2008-05-12

Cessna Aircraft Company 172, 175, 180, 182, 185, 206, 207, 208, 210, and 303 Series Airplanes

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2008-05-09 2008-04-08

Cessna Aircraft Company 172, 182, and 206 Series Airplanes

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2008-02-18 2008-02-28

Cessna Aircraft Company 172 and 182 Series Airplanes

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2007-08-03 2007-05-02

Cessna Aircraft Company Models 172R, 172S, 182T, T182T, 206H, and T206H Airplanes

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2007-09-01 2007-04-25

Cessna Aircraft Company Models 182H, 182J, 182K, 182L, 182M, 182N, 182P, 182Q, and 182R Airplanes

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2007-05-10 2007-04-11

Cessna Aircraft Company Models 172R, 172S, 182S, 182T, T182T, 206H, and T206H Airplanes

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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.

Power Plant CORRODED
2026-03-05

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...

Fuselage CRACKED
2026-02-10

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...

Fuselage CRACKED
2026-02-02

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...

Wings CRACKED
2026-01-06

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.

Fuselage CRACKED
2025-12-02

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 ...

Wings CRACKED
2025-08-06

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.

Landing Gear BROKEN
2025-06-29

NOSE GEAR UPPER TORQUE LINK BROKE CAUSING GEAR TO COLLAPSE UPON TOUCHDOWN.

Ignition FAILED
2025-06-06

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 ...

Power Plant FAILED
2025-05-16

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...

Electrical Power BURNED
2025-05-10

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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