1948 CESSNA 170 SOLD

No longer listed as of April 2026. The price below is the last asking price — the final sale price is not disclosed.

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Last asking price
$113,900
Good Deal
Year
1948
Make
Cessna
Model
170
Total Time
2,598 hr
Location
Lee-On-The-Solent, England, United Kingdom
Seller
AT Aviation
Source
controller.com
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Performance & Capacity

Seats
4
Cruise
105 kts
Max Speed
105 kts
Range
500 nm
Useful Load
900 lbs
Burn
9.0 gph
Engines
1 · Reciprocating
Power
145 hp
MTOW
12,500 lbs
ICAO Type
C170

Manufacturer-published specs for the Cessna 170 model. Actual aircraft may vary by configuration / modifications.

Operating Cost (est.)

Hourly Variable
$130
Annual Fixed
$18,000
Engine Overhaul
$30,000
TBO
2,000 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the Cessna 170. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration.

Market price band

Cessna 170 typical: $33,269 – $195,000 median $129,500 across 14 active listings

This listing at $113,900 is 12% below median.

Description

A truly classic aircraft in exceptional condition, this beautifully maintained 1948 Cessna 170 is a rare opportunity to own a piece of aviation history. With a total of 2598 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has clearly been cherished throughout its life. Its stunning polished metal finish gleams with care and attention, reflecting not just the sunlight but the pride of ownership that has gone into maintaining this vintage Cessna to such a high standard. Powered by a Continental C-145-2 engine with 720 hours since overhaul, this 170 runs beautifully and benefits from numerous desirable upgrades. It features Superior Clyinders, Slick Magnetos, and the engine push rod modification completed in 2017, ensuring smooth and reliable operation. The propeller was overhauled in March 2025 and has less than 50 hours since, and the aircraft will be sold with a fresh annual inspection providing complete peace of mind for the next owner. The aircraft comes with comprehensive logbooks dating back to 1971. The current owner, an engineer and true aviation enthusiast, has ensured that every maintenance task has been carried out without compromise. This is evident in both the mechanical integrity and the pristine presentation of the aircraft. Rare, beautiful, and full of character, this Cessna 170 stands out as one of the finest examples of its type - marketed by Cessna as the 'Family Car of the Air' It’s a perfect choice for the pilot who appreciates classic tailwheel flying combined with reliability and craftsmanship. N4063V can be viewed at Lee-on-Solent (EGHF). A very special aircraft that’s ready to delight its next owner.

About the Cessna 170

The Cessna 170 is the classic four-seat taildragger that preceded the 172 — a high-wing, conventional-gear single built from 1948 to 1956, powered by a Continental engine. Loved for its vintage character, light handling and backcountry capability, the 170 is the tailwheel forerunner of the tricycle-gear 172 Skyhawk and remains a sought-after classic and bush aircraft. See the live price range and median above for the Cessna 170 listings currently on the market.

Produced 1948–1956.