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1973 CESSNA A185F AMPHIBIAN
Starts from the median asking price of 13 comparable Cessna 185F series listings ($357,500), then adjusts for:
- Year -3 vs comparable listings -4.5%
- Engine time +140 hr vs comps -1.1%
- Garmin GTN 750Xi (15% of comps) +8.3%
- Garmin G500 (23% of comps) +9.6%
- Autopilot (38% of comps) +1.0%
- ADS-B (54% of comps) +1.1%
- Market supply: 8 for sale of 1110 FAA-registered +4.4%
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Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna A185F AMPHIBIAN |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | — |
| Engine time | 650 SNEW |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GTN 750Xi |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | GARMIN GI 275, GARMIN G500 |
| Avionics / Autopilot | GARMIN GFC 500 |
| Avionics / Audio panel | Garmin GMA35C |
Description
Rare opportunity to own an incredibly low-time, 2-owner Skywagon with beautifully upgraded panel and interior. No accident history. This unicorn was purchased brand-new by a renowned doctor, who modified it in 1975 (including a new all-white paint scheme) for volunteer medical work but never put the airplane to work for that purpose. N53044 has since been impeccably updated by its current owner with a custom avionics suite featuring the latest and greatest Garmin avionics, including G500 TXi touchscreen primary flight display with engine indicating system. Garmin GTN 750 Xi touchscreen GPS/nav/comm, Garmin GFC 500 autopilot w/ SmartGlide, Garmin GTX 345 remote ADS-B In/Out transponder, Garmin Flightstream 510 for wirelessly sending flight plans, and so much more. Beautifully updated interior features woven vinyl flooring, coordinating sidewalls, and charcoal & light gray seating with diamond quilting across all four seats. N53044 is currently on Wipline 3730 amphibious floats. Landplane gear is also included. Don’t miss this chance to be the next custodian of this amazing example of Cessna’s legendary 185 Skywagon!
Modifications
Wipline 3730 Amphibious Floats Observer Doors Pilot/Copilot Whelen LED lighting – Landing, Taxi, Nav, Beacon BAS Shoulder Harnesses BAS Stowable Rear Seats Knots2U Flap Gap Seals M-20 Air/Oil Separator Bubble Windows Door Stewards Flint Aero Auxiliary Fuel Tanks Monarch Fuel Caps Mission Aviation Fellowship Dual Brake Installation Landplane Gear Included
Avionics
Garmin G500 TXi Primary Flight Display w/ Engine Indicating System Garmin GTN 750 Xi GPS/Comm/Nav Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot w/ SmartGlide Garmin FlightStream 510 – Bluetooth Connectivity for Flight Plans and More Garmin GI 275 Backup Attitude Indicator Garmin GI 275 CDI Garmin Angle Of Attack Garmin GMA 35C Remote Audio Panel Garmin GTX 345 ADS-B In/Out Transponder Garmin GSB 15 USB Charging Port Garmin GNC 255A Comm Mid-Continent Clock/USB Charger Artex 406 MHz ELT
Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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General
| Year | 1973 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | A185F AMPHIBIAN |
| Registration # | N53044 |
| Serial Number | 18502334 |
| Condition | Used |
| Total Time | 650 |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Time | 650 SNEW |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 TBO | 1700 |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | Garmin G500 TXi Primary Flight Display w/ Engine Indicating System Garmin GTN 750 Xi GPS/Comm/Nav Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot w/ SmartGlide Garmin FlightStream 510 – Bluetooth Connectivity for Flight Plans and More Garmin GI 275 Backup Attitude Indicator Garmin GI 275 CDI Garmin Angle Of Attack Garmin GMA 35C Remote Audio Panel Garmin GTX 345 ADS-B In/Out Transponder Garmin GSB 15 USB Charging Port Garmin GNC 255A Comm Mid-Continent Clock/USB Charger Artex 406 MHz ELT |
|---|
Additional Equipment
| Float Type | Amphibious |
|---|---|
| Includes Wheeled Landing Gear | Yes |
| Additional Equipment | Landplane Gear Included |
Modifications/Conversions
| Modifications/Conversions | Wipline 3730 Amphibious Floats Observer Doors Pilot/Copilot Whelen LED lighting – Landing, Taxi, Nav, Beacon BAS Shoulder Harnesses BAS Stowable Rear Seats Knots2U Flap Gap Seals M-20 Air/Oil Separator Bubble Windows Door Stewards Flint Aero Auxiliary Fuel Tanks Monarch Fuel Caps Mission Aviation Fellowship Dual Brake Installation |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | 08/2026 |
|---|
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