1980 CESSNA 172RG CUTLASS
Starts from the median asking price of 11 comparable CESSNA 172RG CUTLASS listings ($134,900), then adjusts for:
- Year -1 vs comparable listings -1.5%
- Airframe time -5,805 hr vs comps +11.6%
- Autopilot (uncommon in comps) +2.0%
- Market supply: 10 for sale of 447 FAA-registered +2.8%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | CESSNA 172RG CUTLASS |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 2,505 hrs |
| Engine time | 0 SNEW |
| Prop blades | 2 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Inspection | Annual |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
PRICE DROP! CESSNA SERVICE CENTER ANNUAL! FWF Engine/Prop! Like nothing else out there! Western Skyways Overhauled to New Parts Limits w new Cylinders! Everything Firewall Forward overhauled or new- Prop, Prop Governor, Alternator, Vacuum Pump (new 15 hours ago), Fluid-carrying Hoses, Engine Lord (Vibration) Mounts, Starter, Carb, Plugs, Ignition Harness, Magnetos and Flexible Engine Baffling. Western Skyways engines have a 3 year warranty- far better than Lycoming’s- ask for a copy. January McCreery/Cessna Service Center Annual Inspection, new uAvionics ADS-B out installation and a May IFR (91.411/91.413) certification w/ a new Aerosonic Encoding Altimeter. One family ownership since new, NDH, lived in the same Oregon hangar from new! Original paint, interior, glass and radios. No Damage, one family ownership history, complete logs, always hangared, never a trainer. Logbooks are below under "SERVICE LOGS". We deliver to your location in the lower 48 for expenses.
Modifications
Very original- like a time capsule! Ground Service Plug Underwing Courtesy Lights Landing & Taxi Lights Wingtip Strobe Lights Flashing Anti-Collision Light L & R Front Seat Inertial Reel Harnesses Tinted Windows L & R Hinged Window Stabilizer Abrasion Boots Static Wicks (all new) Oil Quick Drain Valve EGT Gauge Pilot and Copilot Articulating Seats Rear Seat Vent System Flight Hour Recorder Handheld Fire Extinguisher 62 Gallons Usable Fuel Useful Load- 980 Lbs.
Avionics
Nav/Comm #1: TKM MX385 w G/S Nav/Comm #2: Cessna 300 Autopilot: Cessna 300A Audio Panel/Markers: Cessna 300/400 Transponder: Cessna 300 ADF: Cessna 300 ADS-B: uAvionics Wingtip Strobelight ADSB Out ELT: 121.50 Heated Pitot New Aerosonic Encoding Altimeter All-Purpose Control Wheel New Vacuum Pump Vacuum DG and Attitude Indicators Vertical Speed Indicator 2nd Sensitive Altimeter Electric Turn & Bank True Airspeed Indicator Alternate Static Source Black Instrument Panel Heated Pitot/Stall Warning Post Lights Pilot PTT Switch Outside Air Temp Gauge Digital Clock Approach Plate Holder Spare C400 Radio included Everything works and works properly!
How this aircraft compares
Where this CESSNA 172RG CUTLASS lands versus other CESSNA 172RG CUTLASS listings on fyiAero.
Price
99th pct$189k · 99th percentile of 11 listings
Airframe time
9th pct2,505 hours total (TTAF) · 9th percentile of 11 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 | 1980 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | 172RG CUTLASS |
| Serial Number | 172RG0423 |
| Registration # | N4953V |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | KMFE |
Airframe
| Total Time | 2,505 |
|---|---|
| Max Takeoff Weight | 2,650 lb |
| Basic Empty Weight | 1,670 lb |
| Useful Load | 980 lb |
| Fuel Capacity Volume | 62 gal |
| Complete Logs | Yes |
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | LYCOMING O-360-F1A6 |
|---|---|
| Engine Serial Number | L-28277-36A |
| Engine Horsepower | 180 HP |
| Engine 1 Time | 0 SNEW |
| Engine TBO | 2000 |
| Year Engine Overhauled or Installed as New | 2026 |
Props
| Prop Manufacturer | MCCAULEY |
|---|---|
| Prop Time | 0 SMOH |
| Number of Blades | 2 |
| Blade Composition | Aluminum |
Avionics
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
|---|---|
| Avionics/Radios | Nav/Comm #1: TKM MX385 w G/S Nav/Comm #2: Cessna 300 Autopilot: Cessna 300A Audio Panel/Markers: Cessna 300/400 Transponder: Cessna 300 ADF: Cessna 300 ADS-B: uAvionics Wingtip Strobelight ADSB Out ELT: 121.50 Heated Pitot New Aerosonic Encoding Altimeter All-Purpose Control Wheel New Vacuum Pump Vacuum DG and Attitude Indicators Vertical Speed Indicator 2nd Sensitive Altimeter Electric Turn & Bank True Airspeed Indicator Alternate Static Source Black Instrument Panel Heated Pitot/Stall Warning Post Lights Pilot PTT Switch Outside Air Temp Gauge Digital Clock Approach Plate Holder Spare C400 Radio included Everything works and works properly! |
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Ground Service Plug Underwing Courtesy Lights Landing & Taxi Lights Wingtip Strobe Lights Flashing Anti-Collision Light L & R Front Seat Inertial Reel Harnesses Tinted Windows L & R Hinged Window Stabilizer Abrasion Boots Static Wicks (all new) Oil Quick Drain Valve EGT Gauge Pilot and Copilot Articulating Seats Rear Seat Vent System Flight Hour Recorder Handheld Fire Extinguisher 62 Gallons Usable Fuel Useful Load- 980 Lbs. |
|---|
Modifications/Conversions
| Modifications/Conversions | Very original- like a time capsule! |
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Interior
| Year Interior | 1980 |
|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 1980 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Annual Due: February, 2027 IFR Due: May, 2028 |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |
Service Logs
| Miscellaneous | N4953V ADSB Installation.pdf N4953V 2026 AD Compliance.pdf N4953V-172RG0423-20241219-Airworthiness.pdf |
|---|---|
| Aircraft | N4953V Airframe Log 2.pdf N4953V Airframe Log 1.pdf |
| Propeller | N4953V Prop Log 2 w 2026 annual and overhaul.pdf |
| Engine | N4953V 2026 Engine Install and Annual w 8130s inc Prop Gov.pdf |