1973 CESSNA 185F

Description

Detailed Description 1973 CESSNA A185F SKYWAGON - LINDY AWARD WINNER - EXCEPTIONAL CONDITION Price: $395,000 AIRFRAME 1973 Cessna A185F Skywagon ● Total Time Airframe: 4,144 Hours ● Complete Logs ● Award-Winning Aircraft ● Multiple Oshkosh and Sun 'n Fun Awards ● Recipient of the Prestigious 2025 EAA AirVenture Oshkosh Lindy Award for Best Seaplane This aircraft represents a rare opportunity to own one of the finest Cessna 185s in existence. Professionally maintained and extensively upgraded, it combines award-winning craftsmanship, modern IFR avionics, exceptional utility, and proven floatplane capability. ENGINE Continental IO-520-D (300 HP) ● 1,383 Hours Since Major Overhaul ● GAMI Fuel Injectors ● Electronics International MVP-50P Engine Analyzer AVIONICS Outstanding modern IFR panel featuring: ● Garmin GTN 750 WAAS GPS/NAV/COM ● Garmin GFC 500 3 Axis Digital Autopilot ● Dual Garmin G5 Electronic Flight Instruments ● Garmin GDL-88 ADS-B In/Out ● Dynon D3 Portable Backup EFIS ● Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel ● Garmin Transponder ● Full IFR Capability with Coupled LPV Approaches STCs & UPGRADES ● Wing-X Wing Extensions ● Sportsman STOL Kit ● Micro Aerodynamics Vortex Generators ● Extended Baggage Compartment ● BAS Shoulder Harnesses ● BAS Pull Handles ● Rosen Sun Visors ● Door Stewards ● Monarch Premium Fuel Caps ● Selkirk Interior ● Firewall Battery • Voyager Prop LANDING GEAR ● New ABI 40-75D Wheels ● New ABI 30-52N Brakes ● Michelin 8.50 x 6 Tires FLOATS ● EDO 3430 Straight Floats ● Excellent Condition ● Straight, Well-Maintained Floats CONDITION ● Paint: 9/10 ● Interior: 9/10 Aircraft has been meticulously maintained and consistently recognized at major aviation events for its exceptional appearance and condition. HISTORY ● Minor ground-loop damage in 1974 involving wing and propeller; professionally repaired and fully documented. ● Minor hail damage approximately five years ago resulting in replacement of affected control surfaces and complete professional repaint. ● Aircraft has since earned multiple major show awards, including 2025 Oshkosh Lindy Award recognition. SUMMARY A truly exceptional Skywagon combining modern Garmin IFR capability, award-winning cosmetics, sought-after STOL modifications, floatplane versatility, and outstanding overall condition. Aircraft presents beautifully and is ready for immediate use on wheels or floats. Serious inquiries only. CONDITION ● Paint: 9/10 ● Interior: 9/10 Aircraft has been meticulously maintained and consistently recognized at major aviation events for its exceptional appearance and condition. HISTORY ● Minor ground-loop damage in 1974 involving wing and propeller; professionally repaired and fully documented. ● Minor hail damage approximately six years ago resulting in replacement of affected control surfaces and complete professional repaint. ● Aircraft has since earned multiple major show awards, including Oshkosh Lindy Award recognition. SUMMARY A truly exceptional Skywagon combining modern Garmin IFR capability, award-winning cosmetics, sought-after STOL modifications, floatplane versatility, and outstanding overall condition. Aircraft presents beautifully and is ready for immediate use on wheels or floats. Serious inquiries only.

Modifications

IO520D 300HP, GAMI Injectors, Voyager Prop, MVP 50P Engine Analyzer

Avionics

Outstanding modern IFR panel featuring: ● Garmin GTN 750 WAAS GPS/NAV/COM ● Garmin GFC 500 Digital 3 axis Autopilot ● Dual Garmin G5 Electronic Flight Instruments ● Garmin GDL-88 ADS-B In/Out ● Dynon D3 Portable Backup EFIS ● Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel ● Garmin Transponder ● Full IFR Capability with Coupled LPV Approaches