1980 Cessna 172RG
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
Location KTIW, Tacoma Narrows AIRFRAME Total Time (AFTT): 8,755 Hours Serial Number: 172RG0519 No Damage History Complete Logbooks Since New Annual Inspection: June 2025 Hydraulic Power Pack Overhauled (2016) - SOH 342 hrs Vacuum System Removed (January 2023) Useful Load: 998.8 lbs ENGINE Lycoming O-360-F1A6 - 180 HP 70 Hours Since Major Overhaul (03/2022) 2,000 Hour TBO New Superior Cylinders Standard Main Rod Bearings Total Engine Time: 6,271 Hours This engine presents essentially as new, with only 70 hours since overhaul and complete documentation. AVIONICS PANEL Fully modernized IFR platform with WAAS capability and dual navigators. Garmin GNS 530W - WAAS GPS/Nav/Comm Garmin GNS 430W - WAAS GPS/Nav/Comm Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel Garmin GTX 330ES - ADS-B Out uAvionix AV-30-C (2023) - Artificial Horizon uAvionix AV-30-C (2023) - DG/HSI JPI EDM-830 Engine Monitor (2023) Fuel Flow Carb Temp / Carb Heat Monitoring Sandia SAE5-35 Encoder ME406 ELT The vacuum system has been removed, reducing maintenance burden and increasing reliability. EXTERIOR (2022 COMPLETE REFRESH) Professionally refinished in 2022 with attention to detail beyond factory standards: New Exterior Paint (2022) New Glass New Hardware New LED Lighting New Tires Bearings New Door Seals The finish presents with exceptional gloss, depth, and precision striping. Hardware and detailing were replaced rather than refinished, elevating this aircraft beyond a standard repaint. INTERIOR (2022) Completely renewed cabin with premium materials: New Leather Interior (2022) New Lower Instrument Panels New Seatbelts Soundproofing Installed Airtex Headliner, Side Panels Carpet The cabin is quiet, refined, and modern - blending classic Cutlass lines with contemporary materials and craftsmanship. PERFORMANCE 180 HP Lycoming Power Retractable Landing Gear Cruise: ~140 KTAS Excellent Cross-Country Capability Ideal IFR Platform Outstanding Training or Personal Transportation Aircraft HIGHLIGHTS ✔ Better-than-new 2022 cosmetic restoration ✔ 70 SMOH - 2,000 TBO ✔ Dual WAAS GPS ✔ ADS-B Out Compliant ✔ Vacuum System Removed ✔ Nearly 1,000 lb Useful Load ✔ Complete, Continuous Logbooks ✔ No Damage History SUMMARY N5393V is not simply another 172RG - it is a fully revitalized, professionally upgraded Cutlass that delivers performance, reliability, and presentation rarely found in this market segment. For an owner seeking a turnkey retractable with modern avionics, fresh engine time, and impeccable cosmetics, this aircraft represents exceptional value and pedigree. Proudly represented by AV8RS LLC in Gig Harbor WA
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| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Av8Rs
trade-a-plane.com
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$184,900
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Gig Harbor, WA | Apr 02, 2026 | 106 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Cessna 172RG
This 1980 Cessna 172RG (N5393V) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 8,755 hours on the airframe. There are currently 32 172RG aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $55,000 to $222,459. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $184,900.
The 172RG cruises at 140 kts (259 km/h) with a range of 720 nm (1,333 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 16,800 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 10 GPH (38 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $62/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $145/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $18,000. With 8,755 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 2 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 172RG — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N5393V.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
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Safety Record
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Airworthiness Directives — Cessna 172RG
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 2 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.
Cessna Aircraft Company Models 172N, 172P, R172K, 172RG, F172N, F172P, FR172J, and FR172K Airplanes
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Service Difficulty Reports — Cessna 172RG
SDRs are reports filed by mechanics about problems found during maintenance. 10 recent reports for this aircraft type.
DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION AFTER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF NON-FLYING OUTSIDE STORAGE, WE FOUND BOTH AILERON CONTROL CABLES CORRODED WHERE THEY PASS OVER THE PULLEYS AT THE TOP OF THE CABIN AT THE WING ROOT. REFER TO AILERON CABLE CORROSION INSPECTION. O...
AFTER TAKE OFF, THE LANDING GEAR SELECTOR HANDLE WAS RE-POSITIONED TO RETRACT THE LANDING GEAR. THE LANDING GEAR WOULD NOT FULLY RETRACTED. THE EMERGENCY HAND PUMP WAS USED TO MANUALLY EXTEND THE LANDING GEAR DOWN AND LOCKED. THE PILOT LANDED THE AIR...
MOMENTARILY AFTER LANDING GEAR RETRACTION DURING TRAINING, THE LANDING GEAR MOTOR CIRCUIT BREAKER WAS FOUND DISENGAGED. ONE CB RESET ATTEMPTED BUT RESULTED IN ANOTHER TRIPPING. CB WAS LEFT DISENGAGED. VERY SLIGHT ODOR WAS NOTICED. MANUAL LANDING EXTE...
NOSE GEAR UP HOSE P/N S2178-4-0105 PULLED OUT OF ITS CRIMPED FERRULE ON LANDING GEAR UP CYCLE DURING FLIGHT. ALL HYDRAULIC FLUID LOST FROM HYDRAULIC POWER PACK. EMERGENCY GEAR DOWN SYSTEM WAS INOPERABLE DUE TO NO HYDRAULIC FLUID.
LOST 50% OF MY ENGINE POWER DURING A CLIMB FROM 9,500 TO 11,000 FT. HAD A SLIGHT KNOCKING NOISE ASSOCIATED WITH THE POWER LOSS. WAS CONCERNED OF A MAJOR ENGINE FAILURE AND MADE A SAFE EMERGANCY LANDING IN BAKERFIELD, CA. A REPORT IS ON FILE AT THE LO...
PROPELLER GOVERNOR FAILURE/MALFUNCTION. GOVERNOR FLUCTUATED IN FLIGHT.
(CAN) PILOT REPORTED THAT HE HAD NO GREEN GEAR DOWN AND LOCKED LIGHT INDICATION. HE COULD SEE THAT THE MAIN GEAR WAS DOWN, AND HE FLEW BY THE TOWER TO GET A VISUAL REPORT FROM THE CONTROLLER. THEY REPORTED THAT THE GEAR APPEARED TO BE DOWN. UPON LAND...
THE HORIZONTAL STABILIZER, PN 2432000-201, MAIN FRONT SPAR, PN 0532001-98 AND REINFORCEMENT PN 0531037-1 WERE FOUND CRACKED, CRACKS RADIATING OUT FROM THE CENTER LIGHTNING HOLE, RESULTING IN TWO SEPARATE PLACES.
MAGNETO FAILED. DRIVE GEAR SEIZED DUE TO IMPULSE COUPLING GETTING JAMMED ON HOUSING. CAUSED MAGNETO DRIVE GEAR TEETH TO BE STRIPPED OFF BY ACCESSORY DRIVE GEAR IN ENGINE. SEVERE ENGINE ROUGHNESS DURING TAKE OFF ROLL RESULTED IN ABORTED TAKE OFF.
BOLTS USED FOR THE NUMBER TWO CONNECTING ROD AND END CAP. ONE OF THE BOLTS SHOWED SIGNS OF A 45 DEGREE FRACTURE AND SIGNS OF BEING STRETCHED AND BENDING CAUSING THE BOLT TO BREAK. THE END CAP ALSO SHOWED SIGNS OF BEING DEFORMED FROM ONE OF THE TWO BO...
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 $101,213–$177,203.
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