Canopy aircraft management is proud to present a beautiful 1961 Cessna 182D with only 508 hours SMOH and 497 hours on the prop. This aircraft presents exceptionally well, with excellent paint and a clean, updated interior. Equipped with ADS-B and a traditional, straightforward panel. Extensive records available. A sharp, honest 182 with strong cosmetics, a low-time engine, and the utility and performance that have made the 182 one of the most desirable single-engine aircraft ever built. Located in north eastern Illinois.
Avionics / Equipment
Traditional IFR panel featuring dual King KX 170B NAV/COMs, Apollo GPS, Garmin transponder with ADS-B capability, Narco audio panel and ADF, PS Engineering PM1000 intercom, dual VOR/LOC indicators, and glideslope capability. Straightforward, functional avionics package with ADS-B In and Out. Ready for the IFR panel of your dreams.
Airframe
5,257 hours total time. Clean, straight airframe with excellent overall presentation. Aircraft has been hangared and features exceptionally clean paint. Extensive airframe records dating back to 1961. Upgraded Cleveland brakes and parking brake STC.
Engines / Mods / Prop
One of the smoothest running Continental O-470 on the market with 508 hours SMOH. Major overhaul completed in 2002, with cylinder work performed in 2005 including cylinder honing and replacement of one piston. Magnetos replaced in 2018. Upgraded from the original generator to an alternator under STC. Engine starts easily, runs smoothly, and presents well.
Interior / Exterior
Exterior: Exceptional paint condition with excellent shine and overall presentation. The aircraft has clearly been well cared for and presents far better than its age would suggest.
Interior: Updated in 2019 and remains in excellent condition, featuring a clean, coordinated dark-brown cabin with well-kept upholstery, side panels, and trim. The interior shows exceptionally well with no significant visible wear.
Remarks
A sharp, well-presented Cessna 182D offering the combination of a low-time engine and propeller, exceptional cosmetics, and the proven utility of the 182 platform. Extensive records available for review. The aircraft has been hangared and cared for, with an excellent 2019 interior and paint that shows exceptionally well. A great opportunity for an owner looking for a clean, straightforward 182 that is ready to fly and enjoy. Located in Illinois. Contact Canopy Aircraft Management for additional information, logbook records, photos, or to schedule a showing.
