Cessna 195 Aircraft under $300,000
10 used Cessna 195 aircraft for sale under $300,000 · 5-seat · $55K – $275K · updated 3 hours ago
About the Cessna 195
The Cessna 195 Businessliner is a five-seat, radial-engine tailwheel aircraft produced in the late 1940s and 1950s, widely considered one of the most beautiful general aviation aircraft ever built. Powered by a Jacobs R-755 radial engine burning approximately 14 gallons per hour, the 195 features an all-metal construction, spacious cabin, and the distinctive deep rumble of a radial engine.
Variable hourly costs average around $180, with annual fixed costs near $20,000. The 195 represents the pinnacle of postwar luxury personal aviation and commands premium prices at vintage aircraft auctions. It appeals to collectors, vintage aircraft enthusiasts, and pilots who appreciate the combination of classic styling, quality construction, and the character of radial-engine flying.
Cessna 195 Specifications
Model specThe Cessna 195 is a 5-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 140–150 kt (259–278 km/h), a range of 600 nm (1,111 km), and a useful load of 1,100–1,200 lbs (499–544 kg).
10 Cessna 195 For Sale
There are currently 10 used Cessna 195 for sale, ranging from $55,000 to $275,000, with a median asking price of $137,000.
Cessna 195 Variants
| Variant | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Price range | Best for | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 165 | — | — | — | — | — | $150K – $161K | — | 2 |
| 190 | 1947–1951 | 5 | 140 kts (259 km/h) | 600 nm (1,111 km) | 1,100 lbs (499 kg) | from $139K | A classic radial-engined taildragger — a roomy, characterful vintage Cessna for collectors and enthusiasts. | 1 |
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How much does a Cessna 195 cost? Used 195 prices: $55K – $275K, average $136K (median $137K), across 10 priced of 10 active listings.
Based on 5 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.
Buying a Used Cessna 195
Every Cessna 195 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 $40,000 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.
Frequently Asked Questions — Cessna 195
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Cessna 195 Inventory by Country
| United States | 7 |
| Australia | 1 |
| United Kingdom | 1 |
| New Zealand | 1 |
Cessna 195 by Price
| Under $100k | 2 |
| Under $200k | 9 |
| Under $300k | 10 |
| Under $500k | 10 |
Cessna 195 by Decade
| 1950s | 5 |
Cessna 195 Safety Record
Across all 195 variants, 175 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1982–2025. 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 28, 2025 | Downers Grove, IL | Minor | The pilot’s failure to maintain airplane control during an attempted go-around. |
| Aug 08, 2025 | Memphis, TN | Incident | — |
| Oct 31, 2024 | Bethel, PA | Minor | The pilot’s failure to maintain directional control during landing. |
| Sep 18, 2024 | Dyersburg, TN | Incident | Failure of the tailwheel strut, which resulted in a loss of directional control during landing roll and a runway excursi… |
| Jul 19, 2024 | Greenville, MI | Incident | The pilot’s loss of directional control during landing which led to a ground-loop. |
NTSB records 1982–2025. Includes all Cessna 195 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.