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Single-Engine Piston

1970 CESSNA A185E

$399,900 fyiEstimate $227,000–$232,500 How this estimate is built

Starts from the median asking price of 657 comparable CESSNA Single-Engine Piston listings ($229,000), then adjusts for:

  • Year -8 vs comparable listings -12.0%
  • Airframe time -2,688 hr vs comps +5.4%
  • Modern GPS navigator (uncommon in comps) +3.0%
  • Autopilot (uncommon in comps) +2.0%
  • Market supply: 5 for sale of 252 FAA-registered +3.0%

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

1970
986 hrs
N87TM
18501786
1
LEX
📍 Lexington, Kentucky
Universal Aviation LLC
Per the FAA aircraft registry (public record)

Overview

Make / ModelCESSNA A185E
TypeSingle-Engine Piston
Airframe time986 hrs
Engine time802 SNEW
Prop blades3
Avionics / flight deckGARMIN G3X TOUCH
Avionics / GPSGarmin GTN 650
Avionics / TransponderGarmin GTX 345R
ADS-BYes
AnnualAugust 2026
InspectionAnnual
AirworthyYes
Garmin GPS Autopilot ADS-B

Description

Incredible opportunity to own of the lowest time and actively flown 185s. Loaded with Garmin G3X, GFC500, GTN650, GTX345R Transponder, G5 Backup, Upgraded IO550 Engine, Robertson STOL, FLOAT KIT, NDH, All Logs, Fresh Cessna Service Annual in process! Aircraft Flown over 500 hours in the last 3 years! Additional Comments: Located in Lexington, KY – KLEX No Damage History Complete & Consecutive Logs Hangared Useful Load 1,465.4 lbs. FRESH August 2026 Annual Inspection

Modifications

UPGRADED IO550 Engine FULL Robertson STOL Kit FLOAT KIT Power Flow Exhaust Micro Aerodynamics Vortex Generators (VGs) P.Ponk Aviation Main Landing Gear Beef-up Kit LED Landing Light LED Taxi Light LED NAV Lights LED Flashing Beacon Eagle Fuel Drains Abrasion Boots on Horizontal Stabilizer Door Steward – Pilot’s Side iPad Mini Dock – Copilot’s Side Dual Push-to-Talk Switches

Avionics

Garmin G3X Touch with GDU460 PFD Garmin GFC500 Autopilot Garmin GMA350 Audio Panel Garmin G5 Electronic Standby Flight Instrument Garmin GTN650 Touchscreen IFR GPS/NAV/COM Garmin GN255A NAV/COM Garmin GTX345R ADS-B Transponder MidContinent VOR/LOC/GS Indicator

General

Year1970
ManufacturerCESSNA
ModelA185E
Serial Number18501786
Registration #N87TM
ConditionUsed
FlightRulesIFR
Based atLEX

Airframe

Total Time986
Useful Load1,465.4 lb
Complete LogsYes

Engine

Engine 1 Time802 SNEW
Engine TBO1900

Props

Number of Blades3
Blade CompositionAluminum

Avionics

Flight Deck Manufacturer/ModelGARMIN G3X TOUCH
Autopilot Manufacturer/ModelGARMIN GFC500
ADS-B EquippedYes
WAASYes
LPVYes
SVTYes
Avionics/RadiosGarmin G3X Touch with GDU460 PFD Garmin GFC500 Autopilot Garmin GMA350 Audio Panel Garmin G5 Electronic Standby Flight Instrument Garmin GTN650 Touchscreen IFR GPS/NAV/COM Garmin GN255A NAV/COM Garmin GTX345R ADS-B Transponder MidContinent VOR/LOC/GS Indicator

Additional Equipment

Float KitYes
Additional EquipmentUPGRADED IO550 Engine FULL Robertson STOL Kit FLOAT KIT Power Flow Exhaust Micro Aerodynamics Vortex Generators (VGs) P.Ponk Aviation Main Landing Gear Beef-up Kit LED Landing Light LED Taxi Light LED NAV Lights LED Flashing Beacon Eagle Fuel Drains Abrasion Boots on Horizontal Stabilizer Door Steward – Pilot’s Side iPad Mini Dock – Copilot’s Side Dual Push-to-Talk Switches

Interior

Number of Seats4
ConfigurationPassenger

Inspection Status

Inspection StatusFRESH August 2026 Annual Inspection Financing & Insurance Available – Aircraft Guarantee and Lending’s tailored program makes aircraft ownership simple and affordable. Contact AGL to finance your next aircraft purchase and enjoy competitive rates and flexible terms. 859-694-8589 / [email protected] Specifications for this aircraft are believed to be accurate but are not warranted. It is the responsibility of the buyer to confirm all specifications, equipment, and times. AirMart does not represent or warrant the working order, merchantability, or operability of any equipment. Airplanes are dynamic assets whose condition, availability, and details may change without notice. All information is subject to independent verification and inspection by the buyer. Availability cannot be guaranteed, as the aircraft may be sold, leased, or withdrawn from the market at any time.
AirworthyYes