Cessna 182S Aircraft under $300,000
The Cessna 182S Skylane (1997-2000) is the first modern restart Skylane - a fuel-injected Lycoming IO-540 and modern airframe at lower cost than the later 182T.
8 used Cessna 182S aircraft for sale under $300,000 · 4-seat · Reference price ~$300,000 ($210,000–$450,000) · updated 20 hours ago
Cessna 182S Specifications
Model specThe Cessna 182S is a 4-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 140–156 kt (259–289 km/h), a range of 640–915 nm (1,185–1,695 km), and a useful load of 1,050–1,110 lbs (476–503 kg).
Cessna 182S for Sale
Cessna 182S asking prices range from $25,000 to $299,900, with a median of $278,450 (market reference $300,000).
Cessna 182S Variants
| Variant | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Price range | Best for | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 182 | 1956–now | 4 | 140 kts (259 km/h) | 640 nm (1,185 km) | 1,110 lbs (503 kg) | — | Choose the fixed-gear 182 for the simplest, most affordable and best-supported Skylane — the definitive four-seat travelling single. Choose the R182 Skylane RG for retractable-gear speed at the cost of added gear maintenance. Choose the T182 / TR182 if you regularly fly high or out of high-elevation airports and need turbocharged performance. | 2 |
| 182D | 1962–1963 | 4 | 140 kts (259 km/h) | 915 nm (1,695 km) | 1,110 lbs (503 kg) | $99K – $269K | An early-1960s carburetted Skylane — a capable, affordable four-seat high-wing tourer at the value end of the 182 range. | 6 |
| 182E | 1962–1962 | 4 | 140 kts (259 km/h) | 915 nm (1,695 km) | 1,110 lbs (503 kg) | $40K – $295K | An early-1960s carburetted Skylane — a capable, affordable four-seat high-wing tourer at the value end of the 182 range. | 6 |
| 182K | 1966–1967 | 4 | 140 kts (259 km/h) | 915 nm (1,695 km) | 1,110 lbs (503 kg) | $23K – $269K | A 1960s carburetted Skylane — a capable, well-supported four-seat high-wing tourer at the affordable end of the 182 range. | 12 |
| 182M | 1969–1971 | 4 | 140 kts (259 km/h) | 915 nm (1,695 km) | 1,110 lbs (503 kg) | — | A late-1960s carburetted Skylane — a capable, affordable four-seat high-wing tourer at the value end of the 182 range. | 1 |
| 182P | 1972–1976 | 4 | 140 kts (259 km/h) | 915 nm (1,695 km) | 1,110 lbs (503 kg) | $169K – $249K | Buy the 182P if you want a classic, carbureted 1970s Skylane at the lowest entry into 230-hp four-seat utility. Consider a fuel-injected 182S or 182T instead if you want glass avionics, easier hot-starts and a lower-age airframe — and will pay modern-Skylane money. | 5 |
| FR182 | 1978–1988 | 4 | 145 kts (269 km/h) | 850 nm (1,574 km) | 1,100 lbs (499 kg) | — | Choose the FR182 Reims Skylane RG for retractable-gear Skylane speed, accepting European-origin parts and documentation. | 1 |
| R182 | 1978–1986 | 4 | 156 kts (289 km/h) | 915 nm (1,695 km) | 1,110 lbs (503 kg) | $111K – $244K | The retractable-gear Skylane — a faster four-seat high-wing tourer for a buyer who wants more cruise speed than the fixed-gear 182. | 24 |
| T182 | 1978–2004 | 4 | 152 kts (282 km/h) | 885 nm (1,639 km) | 1,050 lbs (476 kg) | $147K – $530K | A turbocharged Skylane — a four-seat high-wing tourer with high-altitude performance for a buyer who wants turbo capability. | 13 |
| 182Q | 1978–1982 | 4 | 140 kts (259 km/h) | 915 nm (1,695 km) | 1,110 lbs (503 kg) | — | A late-1970s carburetted Skylane — a popular, well-supported four-seat high-wing tourer at the more affordable end of the 182 range. | 3 |
| TR182 | 1979–1986 | 4 | 155 kts (287 km/h) | 915 nm (1,695 km) | 1,110 lbs (503 kg) | $125K – $259K | The retractable-gear turbo Skylane — a fast, high-altitude four-seat high-wing single for capable cross-country travel. | 20 |
| 182R | 1982–1986 | 4 | 140 kts (259 km/h) | 915 nm (1,695 km) | 1,110 lbs (503 kg) | — | An early-1980s carburetted Skylane — a capable four-seat high-wing tourer and one of the last of the original 182 production run. | 1 |
| T182T | 2001–now | 4 | 152 kts (282 km/h) | 885 nm (1,639 km) | 1,050 lbs (476 kg) | $265K – $875K | The current-production turbocharged Skylane — for a buyer who wants a new four-seat high-wing tourer with high-altitude performance and a glass panel. | 37 |
| 182T | 2001–now | 4 | 145 kts (269 km/h) | 885 nm (1,639 km) | 1,050 lbs (476 kg) | $126K – $469K | The newest, glass-panel Skylane — for a buyer who wants a current-production four-seat high-wing tourer rather than a vintage letter-series 182. | 5 |
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Browse all Cessna models →Cessna 182S Price & Cost
How much does a Cessna 182S cost? Used 182S prices: $25K – $299K, average $217K (median $278K); market reference $300K, across 8 priced of 8 active 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.
The 182S's IO-540 burns approximately 12-13 gph, with moderate, well-established Lycoming overhaul cost and no carburetor to inspect. Avionics maintenance depends on the panel - earlier restart examples may have simpler avionics than a G1000-equipped 182T, with correspondingly lower avionics-annual cost. Overall costs are consistent with the modern four-seat fixed-gear fleet; the IO-540 is a well-supported engine.
Cessna 182S 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 $299,900 (1998 models) · highest around $807,500 (2025). Bars scaled across the range to show the depreciation curve; hover for exact medians.
Buying a Used Cessna 182S
Buying a Cessna 182S comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:
What to check before buying
Frequently Asked Questions — Cessna 182S
About the Cessna 182S Skylane
What makes the 182S different from the Continental-era 182?
182S vs 182T — which Lycoming Skylane should I buy?
What should I inspect on a used 182S?
Is the 182S a good cross-country aircraft?
Cessna 182S Inventory by Country
| United States | 21 |
| Canada | 2 |
| United Kingdom | 1 |
| South Africa | 1 |
Cessna 182S Inventory by State
| Texas | 92 |
| California | 46 |
| Florida | 23 |
| Kentucky | 18 |
| South Carolina | 18 |
| Idaho | 15 |
| Washington | 15 |
| Oregon | 12 |
| Oklahoma | 12 |
| Arizona | 12 |
| Arkansas | 11 |
| Kansas | 11 |
Cessna 182S by Price
| Under $100k | 22 |
| Under $200k | 213 |
| Under $300k | 323 |
| Under $500k | 431 |
Other Cessna Aircraft
| Cessna Citation III / VII | 26 |
| Cessna Citation II | 21 |
| Cessna Citation I | 12 |
| Cessna Caravan | 8 |
Cessna 182S Safety Record
Across all 182S variants, 56 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1995–2023. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
56
Total Events
38
Incidents
2
Serious
13
Fatal
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2023 | Alcova, WY | Fatal (1) | The airplane’s encounter with low level wind shear associated with moderate turbulence, which resulted in a loss of airp… |
| Feb 28, 2023 | Labelle, FL | Incident | A malfunction of the airplane’s right main wheel brake, which resulted in a loss of control and runway excursion during … |
| Nov 22, 2017 | Bolingbrook, IL | Incident | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during takeoff. |
| Dec 10, 2014 | Springfield, IL | Incident | The improper installation of a doubler patch, which prevented the right flap from actuating and moving properly and led … |
| Jun 15, 2014 | Put in Bay, OH | Incident | The pilot's improper flare, which resulted in a hard landing. |
NTSB records 1995–2023. Includes all Cessna 182S variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.