1979 Cessna P210N for sale

1979 Cessna P210N

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$239,659below typical asking range
Location Germany
Total Time 1,247 hrs
Seats 6
Serial # 210-63434
Reg # D-ECSY Germany
Engine CONTINENTAL TSIO-520-P
Cruise 200 kts (370 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB 1 AD ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

Audio/Marker Garmin GMA-340 COM/NAV/GPS Garmin GTN-750 COM/NAV/GPS Garmin GNS-430 Transponder Tric TT31 DME King KN-64A Autopilot S-Tec System 55X PFD Aspen Evolution Bluetooth interface Garmin Flightstream 510 ELT Kannad 406 AF Compact HSI Sandel SN3308

Description

The Cessna 210 series is widely regarded as one of the most capable high-performance single-engine retractable aircraft ever built, combining excellent cruise performance, solid payload capability, and true cross-country IFR utility. This particular Cessna 210N features a modernized IFR avionics configuration including Aspen Evolution PFD, Garmin GTN 750, S-TEC 55X autopilot, TCAD traffic advisory system, and Garmin Flight Stream 510 wireless gateway. Together with the powerful Continental IO-520-L engine, the aircraft offers an attractive combination of performance, operational capability, and classic Cessna 210 utility. We offer this aircraft as exclusive broker. Please contact us for any questions or additional information. Make / Model: Cessna 210N Centurion II Year: 1979 Serial Number: 210-63434 Total Time: 1247 h TT Annual: April Maintenance: The aircraft has been continuously maintained in accordance with applicable regulations. The current ARC is valid until 18 April 2027. The latest 200-hour inspection was completed in March 2026, including pitot-static and transponder certification, encoder verification, IFR avionics inspection, and SID-related inspections. An oil analysis performed by OELCHECK GmbH in March 2026 showed slightly elevated iron and chromium values. No significant fuel dilution, glycol contamination, or water contamination was detected. The laboratory recommended a repeat oil analysis after approximately 50 operating hours in order to monitor the wear trend. Weights & Balance BEM 1026,98 kg @ 108,212 cm MTOM 1724 kg History: According to the available records, the aircraft was originally delivered new in 1979 to a private ownership group in Germany and remained in their operation until 1988. The aircraft subsequently changed ownership several times within Germany and, according to the current owner, was always operated privately and by very limited numbers of pilots. The current owner acquired the aircraft on 12 July 2002 and states that the aircraft has since been flown exclusively by him. The German aircraft records (“L-Akte”) are described as complete and consist of five extensively documented binders. According to the available records and the current owner’s knowledge, no accident history is known. Aircraft Subject to Prior Sale or Removal from Market without Notice. Specification Subject to Verification by Purchaser.

Engine

Continental IO-520-L, 300 PS, Time: 1247 h, TBO: 1700 h

Interior

Black Leather seats in excellent condition (8 of 10)

Exterior

Allover White with Red stripes in good condition (7 of 10)

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

Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces

Source Price Action
Klaus Kuehl
avbuyer.com
$239,659
$241,749
K-aircraft Jets & Props, Inh. Klaus Kuehl
aircraft24.com
$239,660
$257,444
K-aircraft Jets & Props
planecheck.com
$252,273 *
€ 220,000
The Cessna
globalplanesearch.com
$233,411
$245,696
The Cessna
globalplanesearch.com
Call for Price

* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

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About This Cessna P210N

This 1979 Cessna P210N (D-ECSY) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 1,247 hours on the airframe. There are currently 30 P210N aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $149,000 to $695,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $239,659.

The P210N cruises at 200 kts (370 km/h) with a range of 1,000 nm (1,852 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 23,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 18 GPH (68 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $112/hr in fuel alone. With 1,247 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has 153 hours remaining to engine TBO .

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. There are 1 airworthiness directive 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: 1,247 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (1,400 hrs)
Check 1 AD compliance — mandatory before flight
Compare prices across multiple sources — same aircraft, different marketplaces
Budget $270 for pre-purchase inspection

Cessna P210N — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
6
Cruise Speed
200 kts (370 km/h)
Max Speed
213 kts (394 km/h)
Range
1,000 nm (1,852 km)
Ceiling
23,000 ft (7,010 m)
Max Weight
4,000 lbs (1,814 kg)
Useful Load
1,726 lbs (783 kg)
Horsepower
325 HP
Fuel Capacity
90 gal (341 L)
Fuel Burn
18 GPH (68 L/h)
TBO
1,400 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

CESSNA P210 Pressurized

Fuel Burn
18.0 GPH
~$117/hr

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the CESSNA P210 Pressurized. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).

This aircraft (D-ECSY) is registered outside the US.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Germany

DE

Seller reported

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 D-ECSY against the NTSB accident database.

Airworthiness Directives — Cessna P210N

ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 1 recent AD found for this aircraft type.

FR-98-25003 1998-09-22

Cessna Aircraft Company Models T210N, P210N, and P210R Airplanes

View full AD →

Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.

Service Difficulty Reports — Cessna P210N

SDRs are reports filed by mechanics about problems found during maintenance. 10 recent reports for this aircraft type.

Equipment/Furnishings DISENGAGED
2025-10-01

SEAT BACK CAM RETAINING PINS LOOSE, MISSING AND OR SHEARED FOUND SAFETY-WIRED IN PLACE. THERE APPEARS TO BE MANY OF THESE INFINITE ADJUSTABLE LOWER SEAT FRAMES WITH THE NAS SPLIT-PINS SAFETY-WIRED IN PLACE. THERE IS NO REQUIREMENT TO ADD SAFETY-WIRE ...

Hydraulic Power LEAKING
2025-05-23

FAILED DURING LANDING. UPON INSPECTION AFTER A COLLAPSE OF LANDING GEAR UPON TOUCHDOWN INCIDENT, THE HYDRAULIC PUMP WAS FOUND TO BE LEAKING INTERNALLY.

Landing Gear BROKEN
2023-03-08

THE SHAPE OF THE FORWARD NOSE GEAR DOOR HINGES DO NOT ALLOW THE DOORS TO OPEN WITH THE BARREL LINKAGE DISCONNECTED. IF THE BARREL LINKAGE BREAKS, THE NOSE GEAR WILL NOT PUSH THE GEAR DOORS OPEN. IF THE HINGES WERE SHAPED SLIGHTLY DIFFERENT, THIS PROB...

Electrical Power BROKEN
2020-07-31

WHILE INBOUND TO SNA THE AIRCRAFT RADIOS WENT DEAD AND THE BATTERY WENT DEAD. THE PILOT CONTACTED SNA TOWER USING HIS CELL PHONE AND WAS CLEARED TO LAND. AFTER LANDING IT WAS DISCOVERED THE ALTERNATOR DRIVE BELT FAILED AND THE AIRCRAFT WAS RUNNING O...

Navigation DAMAGED
2018-03-22

WEATHER RADAR POD. DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION IT WAS NOTED THAT THE RADAR SUPPORT POD WAS GAPING BY APPROX 1/2 INCH AT THE REAR END AND THE BLACK WEATHER SEAL WAS DISPLACED. ON FURTHER INVESTIGATION IT WAS ESTABLISHED THAT THE REAR POD SUPPORT WAS LO...

Reciprocating Engine SPALLED
2018-02-14

DAMAGED BEYOND REPAIR.

Landing Gear CRACKED
2017-11-01

THE LEFT NOSE TRUNNION SUPPORT BRACE HAD A STRESS CRACK AT THE TRUNNION MOUNT EAR. THE CRACK FINALLY CAUSED A FAILURE ON TAKEOFF AT KACT ON 10/25/2017. THIS FAILURE IN TURN CAUSED THE RIGHT TRUNNION SUPPORT TO FAIL AND ULTIMATELY COMPLETE NOSE GEAR...

Propellers BROKEN
2016-06-23

WHILE IN CRUISE FLIGHT ABOVE 10,000 FEET, THERE WAS INSUFFICIENT PITCH TO REDUCE RPM TO CRUISE CONDITION. PROPELLER HUB DISASSEMBLED, AND FOUND A BROKEN PROPELLER RETURN SPRING WAS INTERFERING WITH THE HIGH PITCH STOP, SUCH THAT ONLY 27 DEGREES OF P...

Fuel LEAKING
2016-01-26

DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION, A FUEL ODOR WAS NOTED IN THE COCKPIT. INVESTIGATION FOUND THE ALUMINUM FUEL PRESSURE LINE HAS CORRODED THROUGH AT THE POINT WHERE A WIRE BUNDLE WAS ZIP TIED AGAINST THE FUEL PRESSURE LINE.

Landing Gear CONTAMINATED
2014-08-06

AIRCRAFT DEPARTED TAXIWAY. NO DAMAGE TO AIRCRAFT. AIRCRAFT TOWED TO HANGAR. FOUND AIR BUBBLES IN BRAKE LINE WHILE BLEEDING BRAKES. TOPPED OFF RESERVOIR. INSPECTED FOR LEAKS, NONE. FOUND BRAKE PEDAL WAS FIRM. RETURNED ACFT TO SERVICE.

Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System. Shows maintenance issues reported by mechanics for this aircraft type.

Price History

15 price events · sources: avbuyer.com, globalplanesearch.com, planecheck.com, aircraft24.com

Price vs Typical Asking Range

This asking price is below the typical asking range for this model, roughly $235,994–$412,500.

Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.

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