Cessna 182E Aircraft 1960s
Pre-1980 piston singles are heritage airframes that have typically been rebuilt and refurbished multiple times — original avionics replaced with modern Garmin or Avidyne panels, engines on at least one mid-time overhaul cycle, interiors refreshed once or twice. Pre-buy focus: airframe corrosion (especially wing carry-through, tail, gear), AD compliance history, log-book continuity, engine cylinder borescope. Heritage value can be meaningful for original aircraft in restored condition.
5 used Cessna 182E aircraft for sale 1960s · 4-seat · $156K – $300K · updated 12 hours ago
About the Cessna 182E
The Piper PA-28-151 Cherokee Warrior is a four-seat, single-engine trainer with a 150-horsepower Lycoming O-320 engine. Burning approximately 9 gallons per hour, the Warrior introduced a longer, semi-tapered wing that improved performance over the earlier Cherokee 140.
Variable hourly costs average around $100, with annual fixed costs near $13,000. The Warrior appeals to flight schools and budget-conscious pilots seeking a capable, affordable four-seat aircraft.
Cessna 182E Specifications
Model specThe Cessna 182E is a 4-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 140 kt (259 km/h), a range of 915 nm (1,695 km), and a useful load of 1,110 lbs (503 kg).
5 Cessna 182E For Sale
There are currently 5 used Cessna 182E for sale, ranging from $156,000 to $300,000, with a median asking price of $174,950.
Compare Cessna 182E
See how the Cessna 182E stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.
Cessna 182E Price & Cost
How much does a Cessna 182E cost? Used 182E prices: $156K – $300K, average $209K (median $174K), across 5 priced of 5 active listings.
Based on 6 priced listings.
Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
Cessna 182E Value by Model Year
Median asking price by year of manufacture. Newer airframes command a premium; value falls with age then plateaus on older models.
Lowest around $294,900 (1998 models) · highest around $822,500 (2025). Bars scaled across the range to show the depreciation curve; hover for exact medians.
Buying a Used Cessna 182E
Every Cessna 182E faces a mandatory 1,500-hour overhaul, so the single biggest factor in used price is how much time remains before that overhaul is due — a fresh-overhaul airframe can be worth a large share of the $30,000 overhaul cost more than one approaching its limit.
What to check before buying
- Time to overhaul — hours and years remaining to the 1,500-hour limit; this dominates resale value more than total time.
- Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records; missing logs cut value and complicate financing.
- Damage history — any prior accident, hard landing or blade strike; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
- Avionics — a glass panel vs steam gauges materially changes price.
- Pre-buy inspection — always commission an independent inspection by a type-experienced mechanic before money changes hands.
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Cessna 182E Inventory by Country
| United States | 391 |
| Canada | 22 |
| United Kingdom | 12 |
| South Africa | 10 |
| Poland | 5 |
| France | 5 |
Cessna 182E Inventory by State
| Texas | 81 |
| California | 44 |
| Florida | 16 |
| South Carolina | 16 |
| Kentucky | 15 |
| Oregon | 12 |
| Idaho | 11 |
| Arkansas | 10 |
| Arizona | 10 |
| Kansas | 9 |
| Washington | 9 |
| Illinois | 8 |
Cessna 182E by Price
| Under $100k | 21 |
| Under $200k | 178 |
| Under $300k | 273 |
| Under $500k | 358 |
Cessna 182E Safety Record
Across all 182E variants, 74 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1982–2024. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 06, 2024 | Priest River, ID | Incident | The pilot's failure to attain a proper touchdown point and his inability to stop the landing roll on a wet gras runway, … |
| Jul 31, 2022 | Joliet, IL | Incident | The pilot’s inadequate landing flare, which resulted in a hard, bounced landing. |
| Sep 27, 2021 | Warren, ID | Serious | The pilot’s failure to maintain altitude while maneuvering in a valley of mountainous terrain. |
| Sep 26, 2021 | Troup, TX | Minor | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing with a variable gusting wind and his decision not to … |
| Jul 31, 2021 | Eugene, OR | Incident | Loss of directional control due to damage to the nosewheel strut that was sustained during a previous landing. |
NTSB records 1982–2024. Includes all Cessna 182E variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.