1980 CESSNA A185F
Starts from the median asking price of 13 comparable CESSNA A185F listings ($330,000), then adjusts for:
- Year +2 vs comparable listings +3.0%
- Airframe time -1,270 hr vs comps +2.5%
- Engine time +961 hr vs comps -2.9%
- Modern GPS navigator (uncommon in comps) +3.0%
- Market supply: 14 for sale of 1110 FAA-registered +3.7%
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 | 2,620 hrs |
| Engine time | 1392 SMOH |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GNS 430 |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX 335 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Inspection | Annual |
Description
Detailed Description Low-time, original 1980 Cessna A185F Skywagon - 2620 TTAF with Continental IO-520D, 1392 SMOH, McCauley 401 86" 3-Blade Prop, 270 SPOH, Factory Float Kit (Never on Floats), 8.50 X 10 Mains, XPMods 14" Tailwheel, 88 Gal. Fuel, 1373.8 useful load with the factory belly pod. Nice Original Paint (always hangared), Leather 6-place utility interior. Extended baggage area, Garmin GNS430 GPS, King KNS80 NAV/DME/RNAV/GS, King KY196 comm, Garmin GTX335 transponder w/ADS-B out. King KMA26 audio panel/intercom. JPI 700 6-Probe EGT. IFR Certified. August 2025 Annual, Complete logbooks since new. Current owner (a retired airline captain) has owned the airplane since 1984 and flew it in a single-pilot Part 135 operation. Checkout and Dual Instruction Available Complete Logs Since New Inspection Status: Annual: 8/1/25 Transponder: 8/1/2024 Pitot-Static: 8/1/2024 ELT: 8/1/25 Battery Due: September 2026 Damage History: 1982 Left wing and aileron damage - properly repaired and documented 2014 taxi incident - landing gear box and fuselage repaired and documented by Aircraftsman, Chino Airport - Repair photos available Disclaimer: The Seller and Agent provide the information herein solely to assist prospective buyers in their evaluation of the aircraft. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, errors and omissions may occur. All specifications, equipment, features, times, statuses, and conditions are the sole responsibility of the Buyer to verify prior to closing. Neither Seller nor Agent shall be held liable for any discrepancies, errors, or omissions discovered after closing, nor are they obligated to provide any equipment, features, inspections, or other considerations beyond what is expressly agreed upon. All aircraft, equipment, and prices are subject to change without notice, and are subject to prior sale, withdrawal from the market, or unavailability. 1980 Cessna A185F Serial Number: 18503994 Total Time: 2620 Hr. (All aircraft, engine, and propeller times approximate as aircraft is being flown) Aircraft Weight: 1976.13 Lbs. (with belly pod) Maximum Gross: 3350 Lbs. Useful Load 1373.87 Lbs. Wt. & Balance: Howard Aviation, 10/4/2018 Fuel Capacity: 88 Gallons Usable Fuel: 84 Gallons Wet Wing (No Bladders)
Modifications
Engine: Continental IO-520 D101B TBO 1700Hrs 300HP 5 Minutes, 285HP Continuous Serial Number: 293151 SMOH: 1392 Hr. (1/10/95) IRAN Inspection: 796 Hr. (7/16/10 - Tim's Aircraft Engines - Replaced camshaft, overhaul lower end) Propeller: McCauley D3A34401C/G90DFA-4 (86" 3-Blade) Serial Number:150367 Total Time: 449 Hr. (7/23/15) Since Overhaul: 270 Hr. (3/1/2020)
Avionics
Avionics: King KMA26 Audio Panel Garmin 430 Com/Nav/GPS/GS King KY196 Com King KNS80 NAV/DME/RNAV/GS Dual King KI204 (2) CDI with glideslope LC2 Digital Clock JPI EDM 700 Engine Monitor Garmin GTX335 Transponder ADS-B Out 121.5 MHz ELT Cessna 300 ADF Honeywell QAT Accelerometer Airframe Options: Factory Float Kit - Windshield V-Brace Installed, Never on Floats PPONK Gear Boxes Strobes and Rotating Beacon Articulating, Vertical Adjusting Pilot Seat Pilot and Copilot Inertial Reel Harnesses Secondary Seat Stop 8:50 X 10 Tires Main Gear XP Mods 14" Tailwheel Tail Pull Handles Stabilizer Abrasion Boots Cowl Louvres Refueling Steps and Handles Brackett Air Filter Openable Left and Right-Hand Window 6-Place Interior Rosen Visors Extended Baggage Area Factory Belly Pod Always Hangared
How this aircraft compares
Where this CESSNA A185F lands versus other CESSNA A185F listings on fyiAero.
Price
31st pct$285k · 31st percentile of 13 listings
Airframe time
27th pct2,620 hours total (TTAF) · 27th percentile of 15 listings
Engine time
92nd pct1,392 hours since major overhaul · 92nd percentile of 13 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
