1973 Cessna 172M
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
First to see this stunning aircraft will buy! This aircraft has to be measured against the cost of a new Cessna 172S, as it is in 'like new' condition. On that basis, when considering that a new C172S is not currently available for delivery from Textron until 2028 and that this aircraft is available to purchase at less than half of the cost of a new model - it presents a unique opportunity that would be hard to replicate at this level. For Sale | Reims Cessna F172M (1973) UK Registered: G-BBJY A rare opportunity to acquire a truly one of a kind Reims Cessna F172M. This is easily one of the finest Cessna 172’s available anywhere in the world today. With just 1200 hours airframe time from new, this exceptional example benefits from a newly zero-timed engine and prop, a complete new paint scheme and a fully refurbished interior including new plastics and diamond stitched leather seats. This aircraft is equipped with state of the art Garmin avionics, including dual Garmin G5’s, dual WAAS enabled Garmin 430W’s, Garmin GTX 330 Transponder and a GFC500 autopilot, alongside a JPI EDM 830 engine monitor, full LED exterior lighting, and a Power Flow exhaust. A comprehensively upgraded and beautifully presented aircraft which has just come to the market in April 2026. We are sure the first to see this stunning aircraft will buy! This aircraft undoubtedly has to be measured against the cost of a new Cessna 172S, as it is in 'like new' condition. On that basis, when considering that a new C172S is not currently available for delivery from Textron until 2028 and that this aircraft is available to purchase at less than half of the cost of a new model - it presents a unique opportunity that would be hard to replicate again at this level. £158,000 ONO. No VAT. The aircraft will be also be sold with the benefit of a fresh annual at point of sale Further details on request. Viewing by appointment at Derby airfield. This site requires javascript to function. Please activate JavaScript in your browser.
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Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Afors
afors.uk
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$212,668 *
£158,000
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East Midlands, United Kingdom | Jul 21, 2026 | 0 days | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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About This Cessna 172M
This 1973 Cessna 172M (G-BBJY) is a 4-seat single engine piston . There are currently 57 172M aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $59,819 to $299,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $212,668.
The 172M cruises at 120 kts (222 km/h) with a range of 585 nm (1,083 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 13,100 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 8 GPH (30 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $50/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. Mechanics have filed 10 service difficulty reports for this type — common maintenance items to discuss during pre-buy.
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Cessna 172M — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
AeroGurus estimateCESSNA 172 O-320 150hp
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).
This aircraft (G-BBJY) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
East Midlands, United Kingdom
GB
Seller reported 38 more aircraft in East Midlands →Title Status
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Safety Record
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Service Difficulty Reports — Cessna 172M
SDRs are reports filed by mechanics about problems found during maintenance. 10 recent reports for this aircraft type.
POSITION # 1 &2 CYLINDER EXHAUST PORT CRACK FROM THE INBOARD EXHAUST STUD EXTENDING TO THE BACK OF THE PORT. CRACK VISIBLE THROUGH THE FINS. SUPERIOR CYLINDERS PN: SL32006W-A1 SERIAL NUMBER 326W000003625 & 326W000003623.
STATIC CONDENSATION BULB P/N S-1258-1 FOUND SEPARATED FROM AN 1/8 PIPE BY PIPE 90 DEGREE FITTING. THESE CONDENSATION BULBS ARE OF VERY CHEAP PLASTIC AND ARE FAMOUS FOR LEAKING RIGHT OUT OF THE BOX. THERE SEEMS TO BE NO OTHER PART OF BETTER QUALITY. I...
THE BATTERY BOX FOR THE LEAD ACID BATTERY INTERFERES WITH THE LEFT MAGNETO HARNESS AND CHAFES THE HARNESS LEADS OVER TIME. THE INBOARD , FORWARD CORNER IS THE POINT OF CONTACT. I HAVE SEEN THIS SITUATION IN MANY 172S. ELECTRONIC MAGNETOS LIKE THE SUR...
ON APPROACH CARBURETOR HEAT WAS APPLIED AND THE ENGINE IMMEDIATELY LOST POWER BUT DID NOT STOP RUNNING. THE PILOT ATTEMPTED TO DE-SELECT THE CARBURETOR HEAT AND THE LOSS OF POWER PERSISTED. THE AIRCRAFT WAS ABOUT 2300 FEET MSL AND 2 NM FROM THE RUNWA...
ACFT RETURNED TO BASE DUE TO VIBRATION AT 300FT ON 2/8/25. PILOT REPORTED ENGINE STARTED SHAKING SIGNIFICANTLY. HE PULLED CARB HEAT HOT SAW NO CHANGE. TOLD TOWER HE WAS LANDING. CARB HEAT SYSTEM WAS INSPECTED WITH NO DEFECTS FOUND. CARB WAS REPLA...
REMOVED AND REPLACED RH MAGNETO DUE TO 500 HOUR OVERHAUL LIMIT. NEW MAGNETO INSTALLED FOR 78.2 HOURS BEFORE A FLIGHT WAS CANCELLED DUE TO EXCESSIVE VIBRATION AND HIGH MAG DROP ON RH SIDE AT PRE-RUN. ATTEMPTED TO TIME RH MAGNETO TO ENGINE. POINTS APPE...
TOTAL INTERNAL CRANKSHAFT FAILURE AT CHEEK BETWEEN #3 AND #4 CONNECTING ROD JOURNALS CAUSING CRANKCASE TO COMPLETELY SEPARATE IN THE CENTER. CRACK APPEARS TO HAVE STARTED IN THE REAR THRUST RADIUS OF #3 CONNECTING ROD JOURNAL. PILOT HAD REPORTED ...
DURING INSPECTION FOR ROUGH RUNNING ENGINE, PERFORMED SB388C (EXHAUST VALVE GUIDE INSPECTION) & FOUND 3EA ROCKER ARMS P/N 17F19357 & 3EA PUSH RODS P/N 15F19957-10 WITH MECHANICAL DAMAGE (HEAVY SCUFF - SCORING). ROCKER ARMS & PUSH RODS TSN: 147.9. PRE...
LYCOMING FACTORY OVERHAULED O-320-D2J, S/N L-17060-39E. DURING ROUTINE MX, SB388C (EXHAUST VALVE GUIDE INSP.) FOUND 4EA PUSH RODS P/N 15F28835-10, 2EA PUSH RODS P/N 15F28835-09, 6EA ROCKER ARMS P/N17F19357, 6EA SOCKETS P/N 15B21319 & 6EA LIFTERS P/N ...
LYCOMING FACTORY REBUILT - O-320-D2J, S/N RL-20892-39E. DURING ROUTINE MX. SB388C (EXHAUST VALVE GUIDE INSPECTION) FOUND 3EA HYDRUALIC TAPPETS P/N 15B21319, 3EA HYDRAULIC LIFTERS P/N 15B26066, 3EA ROCKER ARMS P/N 17F19357, 2EA PUSH RODS P/N 15F28835-...
Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System. Shows maintenance issues reported by mechanics for this aircraft type.
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