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1981 CESSNA 421C
Starts from the median asking price of 56 comparable CESSNA 421C listings ($449,950), then adjusts for:
- Year +2 vs comparable listings +3.0%
- Engine time +236 hr vs comps -0.7%
- FIKI (known-ice) (uncommon in comps) +2.0%
- Market supply: 69 for sale of 497 FAA-registered -5.0%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | CESSNA 421C |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 6,200 hrs |
| Engine time | 995 SMOH |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GNS 530, GNS 430 |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX 345 |
| Avionics / Other | Garmin GNS-430W, Garmin GNS-530W |
| ADS-B | Yes |
Description
Fresh Annual. Located in Ann Arbor MI at KARB. Link to logs and pics available. This 1980 Cessna 421C is a turnkey, ready-to-fly pressurized twin that offers impressive performance, capability, and comfort. With a high useful load of 2,233 lbs, 234 gallons of fuel capacity, and VG's for enhanced handling and stability, this aircraft is perfect for both business and personal missions. Certified for Flight Into Known Icing (FIKI), equipped with spoilers, and configured for 8 seats, it combines safety, performance, and versatility. See the video on this aircraft here: The airframe has been well maintained, with complete logs. Whether you're looking for a reliable family airplane or a high-performance business tool, this 421C delivers comfort and speed. Don't miss this opportunity to own a well-equipped and meticulously maintained aircraft.
Modifications
New Deicing Boots installed 2024 FIKI w/Heated Windshield Vortex Generators Factory AC
Avionics
Garmin GNS 530W Wass GPS/NAV/COM Garmin GNS 430W Wass GPS/NAV/COM PS Engineering 450 BT Audio Panel Shadin Fuel Flow Bendix Radar Cessna 800 Autopilot with altitude pre-select Garmin GTX 345 ADS-B Transponder with GPS
How this aircraft compares
Where this CESSNA 421C lands versus other CESSNA 421C listings on fyiAero.
Price
21st pct$349k · 21st percentile of 56 listings
Airframe time
49th pct6,200 hours total (TTAF) · 49th percentile of 70 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
69th pct995 hours since major overhaul · 69th percentile of 68 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
54th pct700 hours since major overhaul · 54th percentile of 68 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 | 1981 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | 421C |
| Serial Number | 421C-1007 |
| Registration # | N600DC |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | ARB |
Airframe
| Total Time | 6,200 |
|---|---|
| Useful Load | 2,232 lb |
| Fuel Capacity Volume | 234 gal |
| Auxiliary Fuel Tank | Yes |
| Complete Logs | Yes |
| Speedbrakes | Yes |
| Spoilers | Yes |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL GTSIO520N |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 995 SMOH |
| Engine 1 TBO | 1600 |
| Year Engine 1 Overhauled or Installed as New | 2008 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | CONTINENTAL GTSIO520N |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Time | 700 SMOH |
| Engine 2 TBO | 1600 |
| Year Engine 2 Overhauled or Installed as New | 2009 |
Props
| Prop 1 Time | 750 SMOH |
|---|---|
| Prop 2 Time | 750 SMOH |
| Props Sync | Yes |
Avionics
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
|---|---|
| WAAS | Yes |
| Yaw Damper | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Garmin GNS 530W Wass GPS/NAV/COM Garmin GNS 430W Wass GPS/NAV/COM PS Engineering 450 BT Audio Panel Shadin Fuel Flow Bendix Radar Cessna 800 Autopilot with altitude pre-select Garmin GTX 345 ADS-B Transponder with GPS |
Additional Equipment
| Pressurized | Yes |
|---|---|
| Oxygen System | Yes |
| Flight Into Known Icing (FIKI) | Yes |
| A/C | Yes |
| Additional Equipment | New Deicing Boots installed 2024 FIKI w/Heated Windshield Vortex Generators Factory AC |
Modifications/Conversions
| Vortex Generators | Yes |
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