1976 CESSNA A185F AMPHIBIAN
Starts from the median asking price of 5 comparable Cessna A185F AMPHIBIAN listings ($295,000), then adjusts for:
- Year -3 vs comparable listings -4.5%
- Engine time +530 hr vs comps -4.2%
- ADS-B (40% of comps) +1.6%
- Market supply: 9 for sale of 1110 FAA-registered +4.3%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna A185F AMPHIBIAN |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | — |
| Engine time | 1,180 SMOH |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Inspection | Annual |
Description
Paint 8/10 - Painted in 1993 by Hotton Aviation Co. With JetGlo Matterhorn white and Nordic Grey and Acryglo Balboa Blue. 1623 Aircraft Total Time Edo Amphibious Floats Model #696-3500 Landing Gear to come with aircraft Robertson STOL #SA1441 Air Research Wing Extensions Dual Aircraft Batteries Amphibious Landing Gear Position Advisory System Bogert Battery Cables Refueling Steps & Handles Both Fuel Tanks Replaced with new in 12/2017
Modifications
Edo Amphibious Floats Model #696-3500 Landing Gear to come with aircraft Robertson STOL #SA1441 Air Research Wing Extensions Dual Aircraft Batteries Amphibious Landing Gear Position Advisory System Bogert Battery Cables Refueling Steps & Handles Both Fuel Tanks Replaced with new in 12/2017
Recommended avionics upgrades
No IFR GPS navigator is listed — a GTN 650Xi is the standard entry point for WAAS/LPV capability.
See prices & suppliers ›No autopilot is listed — a GFC 500 (or S-TEC 3100 / Trio Pro Pilot where the GFC isn't STC'd) adds a modern digital autopilot with envelope protection, subject to model approval.
See prices & suppliers ›Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.
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How this aircraft compares
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Price
60th pct$295k · 60th percentile of 5 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
| Year | 1976 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | A185F AMPHIBIAN |
| Registration # | N93033 |
| Serial Number | 18503166 |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Condition | Used |
| Based at | PYM |
| Total Time | 1,625 |
| Number of Seats | 4 |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL IO520D |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Horsepower | 300 HP |
| Engine 1 Time | 1,180 SMOH |
| Engine 1 TBO | 2000 |
Avionics
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
|---|---|
| Auto Pilot | Yes |
Additional Equipment
| Float Type | Amphibious |
|---|---|
| Includes Wheeled Landing Gear | Yes |
Modifications/Conversions
| Modifications/Conversions | Edo Amphibious Floats Model #696-3500 Landing Gear to come with aircraft Robertson STOL #SA1441 Air Research Wing Extensions Dual Aircraft Batteries Amphibious Landing Gear Position Advisory System Bogert Battery Cables Refueling Steps & Handles Both Fuel Tanks Replaced with new in 12/2017 |
|---|
Exterior
| Year Painted | 1993 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Annual Due 04/2027 |
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Last flight
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