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1977 CESSNA A185F
Starts from the median asking price of 10 comparable Cessna A185F listings ($336,047), then adjusts for:
- Year +1 vs comparable listings +2.2%
- Airframe time -632 hr vs comps +1.3%
- Modern GPS navigator (40% of comps) +2.8%
- ADS-B (60% of comps) +1.0%
- Market supply: 8 for sale of 1110 FAA-registered +4.4%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna A185F |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 3,590 hrs |
| Engine time | 435 SFOH |
| Prop blades | 3 |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GNS 530 |
| Avionics / GPS / nav | GNS 530W |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Inspection | Annual |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
Beautiful low time example of an iconic airplane. Lovingly maintained and flown 185. Many upgrades a factory new IO-550 engine conversion. Garmin and Aspen avionics. McFarland trim wheel and actuators. Never been ground looped or in an accident. Amazing paint and interior. Truely it is one of the smoothest running and tightest flying 185's in existence today. Same owner for over 25 years. Complete logs. No excuses. Rare opportunity to purchase a legend.
Modifications
McFarland trim wheel and actuators
Avionics
Aspen Evolution Garmin GNS 530W Garmin Transponder King Comm/Nav
Recommended avionics upgrades
A GNS 530 is a drop-in upgrade to the GTN 750Xi — bigger touchscreen, WAAS/LPV, and modern nav/comm/MFD.
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.
Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Cessna A185F lands versus other Cessna A185F listings on fyiAero.
Price
median $336k of 10 comparable asking prices
Airframe time
25th pct3,590 hours total (TTAF) · 25th percentile of 12 listings
Engine time
58th pct435 engine hours · 58th percentile of 12 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 | 1977 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | A185F |
| Serial Number | 18503266 |
| Registration # | N585Z |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | KCMA |
Airframe
| Total Time | 3,590 |
|---|---|
| Basic Empty Weight | 1,881 lb |
| Useful Load | 1,468 lb |
| Complete Logs | Yes |
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL |
|---|---|
| Engine Serial Number | 1001174 |
| Engine Horsepower | 300 HP |
| Engine 1 Time | 435 SFOH |
| Engine TBO | 1900 |
| Year Engine Overhauled or Installed as New | 2009 |
Props
| Prop Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
|---|---|
| Prop Model | PHC-C3YF-1RF |
| Prop Time | 435 SFOH |
| Number of Blades | 3 |
| Blade Composition | Aluminum |
Avionics
| Primary Flight Display 1 Manufacturer/Model | ASPEN AVIONICS |
|---|---|
| GPS 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GNS530W |
| Transponder 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN |
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
| WAAS | Yes |
| LPV | Yes |
| Engine Monitor | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Aspen Evolution Garmin GNS 530W Garmin Transponder King Comm/Nav |
Additional Equipment
| Float Kit | Yes |
|---|
Modifications/Conversions
| Modifications/Conversions | McFarland trim wheel and actuators |
|---|
Interior
| Year Interior | 2007 |
|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 |
| Configuration | Passenger |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2007 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Annual done Jul. 2026 All AD's are up to date. Complete Logs No Damage history |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |
Operating costs & specifications — Cessna A185F on Skis
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna A185F on Skis (not this specific airframe).
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 522 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 131 kts · 151 mph |
About this plane
Single engine piston aircraft with fixed landing gear. The A185F on Skis seats up to 5 passengers plus 1 pilot.
Range from base
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Last flight
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