1978 Cessna 152
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
BTHGarmin audio panel GMA345 with Bluetooth pairing. GNS430W NAV/COM1 KX155/KI208 Ind. NAV/COM 2 PFD ASPEN 1000E5 XPDR STRATUS ADS-B IN/OUT USB charger New electrical installation New custom instruments panel and nulite led on each instrument. New custom subpanel with LED lights and dimmer control. LED landing and taxing light LED position lights LED beacon light New battery
Description
Beautifully restored 1978 Cessna 152 II with 3,470.2 TT and no damage history. Complete airframe restoration accomplished through full disassembly and reassembly in accordance with Cessna recommendations, service manuals, and applicable regulations. Equipped for IFR operations with an Aspen E5 PFD, Garmin GNS 430W WAAS, King KX155, Stratus ADS-B In/Out, and Garmin GMA345 audio panel with Bluetooth. The aircraft features a completely redesigned instrument panel, new electrical installation, LED lighting upgrades, new windshield and windows, fresh paint, and a fully refurbished interior with new upholstery, carpet, side panels, and plastic components. Annual inspection completed April 24, 2026. Excellent and continuous logbooks. An exceptionally clean and well-equipped Cessna 152 that combines classic reliability with modern avionics, making it an ideal aircraft for training, time building, or personal IFR flying. Located in Grain Valley, Missouri.
Engine
Lycoming O-235-L2C, 110 HP. Engine 0 SMOH. Propeller 1,105.1 hours since new. Annual inspection currently in progress.
Propeller
1978 Cessna 152 II. 3,470.2 TT. Complete airframe restoration accomplished through full disassembly and reassembly in accordance with Cessna recommendations, service manuals, and applicable regulations. No damage history. Excellent and continuous logbooks. Annual inspection completed April 24, 2026. Located in Grain Valley, Missouri.
Interior
Fresh paint and new windows. Completely refurbished interior featuring new seat upholstery, carpet, side panels, and plastic components. Aircraft presents exceptionally well inside and out.
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Raul Bueno
trade-a-plane.com
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$136,500
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Grain Valley, MO | Jun 19, 2026 | 29 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Cessna 152
This 1978 Cessna 152 (N25848) is a 2-seat single engine piston with 3,456 hours on the airframe. There are currently 60 152 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $38,000 to $136,500. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $136,500.
The 152 cruises at 100 kts (185 km/h) with a range of 415 nm (769 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 14,700 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 6.1 GPH (23 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $38/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $100/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $15,000. With 3,456 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,400 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. There are 3 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 152 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N25848.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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Airworthiness Directives — Cessna 152
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 3 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.
Cessna Aircraft Company Models 150, 152, 170, 172, 175, 177, 180, 182, 185, 188, 190, 195, 206, 207, 210, T303, 336, and 337 Airplanes
View full AD →Cessna Aircraft Company 150, 152, 172, 177, 180, 182, 185, 188, 206, 207, 210, and 337 Series Airplanes
View full AD →Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.
Service Difficulty Reports — Cessna 152
SDRs are reports filed by mechanics about problems found during maintenance. 10 recent reports for this aircraft type.
A BAD MAGNETO DROP WAS EXPERIENCED DURING THE GROUND RUN OF THE AIRCRAFT. UPON INSPECTION IT WAS FOUND THAT THE RH IGNITION HARNESS LOWER #3 LEAD WAS DEAD.
DURING A GROUND RUN A BAD MAGNETO DROP WAS EXPERIENCED ON THE RH MAGNETO. UPON INSPECTION IT WAS FOUND THAT THE RH IGNITION HARNESS #3 LOWER LEAD WAS DEAD.
PILOT EXPERIENCED A TOTAL ENGINE FAILURE. UPON INSPECTION IT WAS FOUND THAT THE RH MAGNETO WAS ASSEMBLED INCORRECTLY, CAUSING THE DISTRIBUTOR GEAR BRUSH TO ARC TO THE COIL TAB, RESULTING IN A FAILED MAGNETO.
AIRCRAFT EXPERIENCED A TOTAL LOSS OF ENGINE POWER RESULTING IN AN UNSCHEDULED LANDING. AFTER THE RH MAGNETO WAS CHANGED IN THE FIELD THE AIRCRAFT RETURNED TO HOME BASE. UPON FURTHER INVESTIGATION THE LH MAGNETO WAS REMOVED AND INSPECTED, IT WAS FOUND...
CAM GEAR WAS IMPROPERLY INSTALLED/SEATED DURING MANUFACTURE, WHICH CAUSED EXCESSIVE WEAR AND DAMAGE TO THE CAM GEAR DURING ROTATION AGAINST THE DISTRIBUTOR GEAR. THIS WAS THE FIRST 500HR INSPECTION SINCE THE MAGNETO WAS MANUFACTURED.
DURING 500HR INTERNAL INSPECTION OF MAGNETO, COIL TAB WAS FOUND TO HAVE A MANUFACTURING DEFECT AND NOT SYMETRICAL. IT APPEARS THE COIL TAB WAS MACHINE PUNCHED DURING MANUFACTURING AND THE METAL WAS NOT PROPERLY POSITIONED IN THE PUNCH PRESS CAUSING T...
PILOT IN FLIGHT NOTICED ENGINE RPM TO DROP SIGNIFICANTLY AND THE ENGINE RUNNING ROUGH. PERFORMED INSPECTION OF ENGINE AND NOTED CYLINDER VALVES NOT ACTUATING. REMOVED ENGINE SUMP AND FOUND PORTION OF CAMSHAFT IDLER GEAR IN SUMP. REMOVED ACCESSORY ...
ALUMINUM SHAVINGS WERE FOUND IN THE OIL FILTER DURING 100HR INSPECTION. FOUND THIS TO BE A RESULT OF ALL PISTON PIN PLUGS BEING WORN ON ALL OF THE CYLINDERS AND THE CYLINDER WALLS HAVING A “RIDGE” AT THE BOTTOM OF THE RING TRAVEL.
ALUMINUM SHAVINGS WERE FOUND IN THE OIL FILTER DURING 100HR INSPECTION. FOUND THIS TO BE A RESULT OF ALL PISTON PIN PLUGS BEING WORN ON ALL OF THE CYLINDERS AND THE CYLINDER WALLS HAVING A “RIDGE” AT THE BOTTOM OF THE RING TRAVEL.
ALUMINUM SHAVINGS WERE FOUND IN THE OIL FILTER DURING 100HR INSPECTION. FOUND THIS TO BE A RESULT OF BOTH PISTON PIN PLUGS BEING WORN ON #1 CYLINDER AND THE CYLINDER WALL HAVING A “RIDGE” AT THE BOTTOM OF THE RING TRAVEL.
Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System. Shows maintenance issues reported by mechanics for this aircraft type.
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is above the typical asking range for this model, roughly $58,940–$80,000.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
