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Single-Engine Piston

1962 CESSNA 172 SKYHAWK

$169,000 fyiEstimate $116,000–$118,500 How this estimate is built

Starts from the median asking price of 25 comparable CESSNA 172 SKYHAWK listings ($115,000), then adjusts for:

  • Year -3 vs comparable listings -4.5%
  • Airframe time -746 hr vs comps +1.5%
  • Engine time +422 hr vs comps -1.3%
  • Autopilot (uncommon in comps) +2.0%
  • Market supply: 2 for sale of 362 FAA-registered +4.5%

Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.

1962
4,022 hrs
N8462X
17248962
CONTINENTAL O300D
1
KLHZ
📍 Clayton, North Carolina
Richard J Smith Individual
Per the FAA aircraft registry (public record)
📍 Jackson Springs, NC

Overview

Make / ModelCESSNA 172 SKYHAWK
TypeSingle-Engine Piston
Airframe time4,022 hrs
Engine time1,215 SMOH
Avionics / OtherGarmin GNS-430W
Autopilot

Description

This handsome low-time Skyhawk has been teleported into the future with a new IFR panel that features the GFC-500 Autopilot, Dual G5 PFD/HSI Flight Instruments, GNS-430W WAAS IFR GPS/Nav/Comm, Stratus ADS-B. Mid-time engine, assortment of useful extras and more makes this a fantastic trainer, time-builder or the perfect Weekend Wings. Call quick, this one won't be around long.

Modifications

Features and Equipment - Venier Throttle and Mixture Controls - Cleveland Wheels and Brakes - Brackett Air Filter - Jasco 50 Amp Alternator - Wheelpants - Alternator - Stainless Steel Tailpipe - Rear Hat Shelf - Useful Load: 873.9 lbs - Fuel Capacity: 36 gal

Avionics

Avionics - Garmin GFC-500 Autopilot - Garmin G5 PFD - Garmin G5 HSI - Garmin GNS-430W WAAS IFR GPS/Nav/Comm - Garmin GNC-200 Comm 2 - Stratus ESG Mode S Transponder - ADS-B Out - Stratus II Portable with ADS-B In - PS Engineering PMA-8000G Audio Panel - 4-Place Intercom - Marker Beacons - Bluetooth Music - USB ChargePort - JPI FS450 Fuel Flow Computer - Cobham 406 Mhz ELT - Radair EGT Gauge - AstroTech LC-2 Digital Chronometer - 12v Power Outlet - Avionics Master Switch - New Style Cessna Yoke Controls: - Pilot and Co-Pilot PTT

How this aircraft compares

Where this CESSNA 172 SKYHAWK lands versus other CESSNA 172 SKYHAWK listings on fyiAero.

Price

84th pct
$57k$525kThis aircraft · $169k

$169k · 84th percentile of 25 listings

Airframe time

40th pct
2766,310This aircraft · 4,022

4,022 hours total (TTAF) · 40th percentile of 25 listings

Engine time

62nd pct
42,121This aircraft · 1,215

1,215 hours since major overhaul · 62nd percentile of 24 listings

Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.

General

Year1962
ManufacturerCESSNA
Model172 SKYHAWK
Serial Number17248962
Registration #N8462X
ConditionUsed
FlightRulesIFR
Based atKLHZ

Airframe

Total Time4,022

Engine

Engine 1 Make/ModelCONTINENTAL O300D
Engine 1 Time1,215 SMOH
Engine TBO1800

Avionics

Avionics/RadiosAvionics - Garmin GFC-500 Autopilot - Garmin G5 PFD - Garmin G5 HSI - Garmin GNS-430W WAAS IFR GPS/Nav/Comm - Garmin GNC-200 Comm 2 - Stratus ESG Mode S Transponder - ADS-B Out - Stratus II Portable with ADS-B In - PS Engineering PMA-8000G Audio Panel - 4-Place Intercom - Marker Beacons - Bluetooth Music - USB ChargePort - JPI FS450 Fuel Flow Computer - Cobham 406 Mhz ELT - Radair EGT Gauge - AstroTech LC-2 Digital Chronometer - 12v Power Outlet - Avionics Master Switch - New Style Cessna Yoke Controls: - Pilot and Co-Pilot PTT

Additional Equipment

Additional EquipmentFeatures and Equipment - Venier Throttle and Mixture Controls - Cleveland Wheels and Brakes - Brackett Air Filter - Jasco 50 Amp Alternator - Wheelpants - Alternator - Stainless Steel Tailpipe - Rear Hat Shelf - Useful Load: 873.9 lbs - Fuel Capacity: 36 gal