1969 CESSNA 172
Starts from the median asking price of 4 comparable Cessna 172 listings ($142,450), then adjusts for:
- Year +3 vs comparable listings +4.5%
- Airframe time +921 hr vs comps -1.8%
- Engine time +320 hr vs comps -2.6%
- Autopilot (25% of comps) +1.4%
- Market supply: 5 for sale of 1029 FAA-registered +4.6%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna 172 |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 4,450 hrs |
| Engine time | 650 SMOH |
| Avionics / Autopilot | GARMIN GFC 500 |
| Avionics / Audio panel | Garmin GMA345 |
| Avionics / Nav / com radio | GARMIN GNC-355 |
| Inspection | Annual |
Description
Detailed Description This is the turn-key, ready to fly, glass panel aircraft you have been searching for! The Current owner had the avionics panel completely upgraded just last year. GARMIN EVERYTHING! Great for both flight training and personal IFR travel. See most recent mx logbooks in "Docs" tab Cessna 172K Inspection status Annual: July 2026 24 month IFR cert: January 2025 This Aircraft is presented for sale on behalf of the owner by Geaux Giddum Aviation, INC as a listing agent. Specifications and/or descriptions are provided as introductory information only and do not constitute representations or warranties. Verification of specifications, equipment functionality, and logbook history remains the sole responsibility of the buyer upon physical inspection. Aircraft is subject to prior sale, lease, or withdrawal from the market without notice. No claims, warranties, or representations are made regarding the accuracy or completeness of the information provided. Aircraft Total time: 4450 Complete logs since beginning Has been meticulously cared for by most recent owner for the last almost 2 years in a flight training environment.
Modifications
Lycoming O320 E2D only 650 SMOH Complete Logs
Avionics
Completely upgraded panel by current owner in early 2025 IFR ready glass panel key features: Garmin G3X Garmin G5 backup attitude indicator Garmin GFC 500 autopilot Garmin GTX 345 transponder Garmin GNC 355 GPS/COM Garmin GNC 215 NAV/COM Garmin GMA 345 Audio Panel Stratus and Garmin USB chargers CEIS fuel sender Visual Instruments flap position indicator
Recommended avionics upgrades
No ADS-B is listed — a GTX 345 delivers required ADS-B Out plus In (traffic & weather) in one transponder.
See prices & suppliers ›Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.
Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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How this aircraft compares
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Price
57th pct$180k · 57th percentile of 7 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
Operating costs & specifications — Cessna 172
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna 172 (not this specific airframe).
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 420 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 108 kts · 124 mph |
| Takeoff / landing | 950.0 / 600.0 |
About this plane
Single engine piston aircraft with fixed landing gear. The 172 seats up to 3 passengers plus 1 pilot.
Range from base
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Last flight
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