1964 Cessna 150
Single Engine Piston
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This isn’t your average Cessna 150 - this is “The Buck Fiddy”. Lovingly rebuilt and upgraded with top-of-the-line systems, this aircraft is the definition of “turnkey.” Every system has been reimagined, rewired, or replaced with modern, high-end components. It’s equipped with a full Garmin G3X suite, Sportsman STOL and Peterson Mogas STCs, a brand-new leather interior, fresh retro paint, and a complete mechanical refresh from prop to tail. Whether you’re looking for a capable, fun and reliable time-builder, or simply one of the best-equipped 150s in the country, “The Buck Fiddy” stands out. You couldn’t replicate this aircraft for anywhere near the asking price. Airframe TTIS: 3668.6hrs Engine TSO: 1349.9hrs Propeller TSO: 903.4 MAINTENANCE: Upgrade @ TTIS: 3656.5hrs • Top overhaul carried out and seal kit • New ignition harness • New baffle rubbers • All SID inspections up to date • New dorsal fairing • New engine mount rubbers • New nose tyre Annual inspection @ TTIS: 3668.6hrs • Engine hoses replaced with new Airframe Total Time: 3,668.6 hrs Upgrades @ TTIS 3,656.5 hrs: • New Interior with leather seats • New AF3500 paint • Petersons Mogas STC • Sportsman STOL STC • New Earth X lithium Battery • New lightweight starter & alternator • Refurbished heavy Duty 6x6 nose gear, MLG & spare 5x5 nose gear • New Tempest hi flow air filer • New STC’d 4-point harness seat belts Avionics Upgrades @ TTIS: 3656.5 • Complete rewire • New antennas • Garmin G3X touch display • Garmin G5 standby • Garmin GNX375 transponder/GPS navigator with ADSB in/out • Garmin GMA245R audio panel • Garmin dual GTR20 Coms • Garmin GEA24 full EIS • Garmin GSB15 Charger • Navstrobe LED strobe nav lights • Aeroled LED landing/taxi lights • Earth X Lithium battery OTHER: • Complete Logbooks and Mod documentation • Current hardcopy maintenance data • Carburettor recently replaced • Reweighed • 375lb useful load with full fuel • All maintenance available through Aerotrack Exterior Condition: 10/10 Fresh AF3500 paint, new dorsal fairing, clean lines, and modern LED lighting give The Buck Fiddy a sharp, professional look. Interior Condition: 10/10 Brand new leather seats, new plastics, switches, and breakers. Modern, refined, and comfortable - a standout cockpit for any 150. Service Logs Complete engine and airframe logbooks available for inspection.
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Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Ed Witten
controller.com
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$105,564
$104,580
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Essendon Fields, Victoria, Australia | Mar 25, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Ed Witten
controlleremea.co.uk
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$104,818 *
GBP £78,328
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Essendon Fields, Victoria, Australia | Apr 04, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Ed Witten
aviationtrader.com.au
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$105,056 *
AUD $150,000
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Essendon Fields, Victoria, Australia | Apr 02, 2026 | — | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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About This Cessna 150
This 1964 Cessna 150 (VH-DMU) is a 2-seat single engine piston with 3,669 hours on the airframe. There are currently 36 150 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $32,000 to $105,564. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $105,564.
The 150 cruises at 97 kts (180 km/h) with a range of 420 nm (778 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 14,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 6 GPH (23 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $33/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $100/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $15,000. With 3,669 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (1,800 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. There are 9 airworthiness directives applicable to this aircraft type — review AD compliance carefully before purchase. Mechanics have filed 10 service difficulty reports for this type — common maintenance items to discuss during pre-buy.
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Cessna 150 — Model Specs
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Ownership & Registration
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This aircraft (VH-DMU) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
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Essendon Fields, Victoria, Australia
AU
Seller reported 36 more aircraft in Victoria →Title Status
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Airworthiness Directives — Cessna 150
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 9 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.
Cessna Aircraft Company 120, 140, 140A, 150, F150, 170, 172, F172, FR172, P172D, 175, 177, 180, 182, 185, A185E, 190, 195, 206, P206, U206, TP206, TU206, 207, T207, 210, T210, 336, 337, and T337 Series Airplanes
View full AD →Cessna Aircraft Company Models 150, 152, 170, 172, 175, 177, 180, 182, 185, 188, 190, 195, 206, 207, 210, T303, 336, and 337 Airplanes
View full AD →Kelly Aerospace Power Systems B-Series Combustion Heaters Models B1500, B2030, B2500, B3040, B3500, B4050, and B4500 (Formerly Owned by JanAero Devices, Janitrol, C&D, FL Aerospace, and Midland-Ross Corporation)
View full AD →Cessna Aircraft Company 120, 140, 140A, 150, F150, 170, 172, F172, FR172, P172D, 175, 177, 180, 182, 185, A185E, 190, 195, 206, P206, U206, TP206, TU206, 207, T207, 210, T210, 336, 337, and T337 Series Airplanes
View full AD →Cessna Aircraft Company 120, 140, 140A, 150, F150, 170, 172, F172, FR172, P172D, 175, 177, 180, 182, 185, A185E, 190, 195, 206, P206, U206, TP206, TU206, 207, T207, 210, T210, 336, 337, and T337 Series Airplanes
View full AD →Cessna Aircraft Company 150, 152, 172, 177, 180, 182, 185, 188, 206, 207, 210, and 337 Series Airplanes
View full AD →JanAero Devices B-Series Combustion Heaters, Models B1500, B2030, B3040, and B4050 (formerly owned by Janitrol, C&D, FL Aerospace, and Midland-Ross Corporation)
View full AD →Source: FAA Airworthiness Directives database. Showing most recent ADs for this aircraft type.
Service Difficulty Reports — Cessna 150
SDRs are reports filed by mechanics about problems found during maintenance. 10 recent reports for this aircraft type.
HORIZONTAL STABILIZER CRACKED BEYOND REPAIR. LEADING CENTER AT FORWARD SPAR.
ON 1/16/26 AT APPROXIMATELY 2030Z 2NM NE OF THE LAKE MURRAY DAM, ON A FLIGHT FROM KCUB TO KEOE AT 2000' MSL THE ENGINE OF N6862F BEGAN EXPERIENCING SEVERE VIBRATION AND RPM LOSS.THE AIRCRAFT WAS IMMEDIATELY TURNED IN THE DIRECTION OF THE CLOSEST AIRP...
AFER TAKING ON FUEL AT BAF, THE AIRCRAFT DEPARTED FOR 47N. WHILE CLIMBING OUT THROUGH 2500 MSL, THE AIRCRAFT ENGINE SUFFERED CATASTROPHIC FAILURE OF CYLINDER NUMBER 4. THE UPPER SECTION OF THE CYLINDER BARREL SEPERATED FROM THE LOWER SECTION APPROXIM...
VOLTAGE REGULATOR FAILURE IN FLIGHT RESULTED IN OVERVOLTAGE CONDITION. CAUSED BATTERY OVERHEATING/SWELLING AND COMMUNICATION RADIO FAILURE. NO FIRE OR SMOKE NOTED. PART INSTALLED PER AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE MANUAL. AIRCRAFT LANDED SAFELY WITH LOSS OF CO...
LARGE MAG DROP ON RUNUP THAT WAS SIGNIFICANT ENOUGH TO ALMOST SHUT DOWN THE ENGINE. MAGNETO HAD 568.9 HOURS SINCE INSTALLATION ON THE ENGINE, AND WAS INSTALLED 10 MONTHS AGO.
OVER LAST 12 YEARS AND 500 HOURS OPERATING TIME N1975T HAS EXPERIENCED 5 FAILURES OF THE PUMP PN RAP215CC-9. IN EACH CASE EXCEPT LAST INSTALLATION A PROPERLY LICENSED FAA TECH FAILED TO FOLLOW RAPCO INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED WITH PUMP. ...
DURING ANNUAL INSPECTION IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THERE WERE SEVERAL CORRODED AND CRACKED WING TRAILING EDGE RIBS IN BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT WINGS. DURING REPLACEMENT OF THOSE RIBS AFTER OPENING UP THE WING SKIN THE CORROSION WAS OBSERVED TO BE MORE EXTEN...
ENGINE ROUGH RUNNING DURING TAKE OFF RUN UP. COMPRESSION TEST FOUND #4 CYLINDER LOW. REMOVED CYLINDER FOUND EXHAUST VALVE STUCK OPEN. REMOVED VALVE, CLEANED GUIDE OF CARBON BUILDUP, RE-ASSEMBLED, RE-INSTALLED, OPERATES SATISFACTORY.
ENGINE ROUGH RUNNING DURING PRE-TAKE OFF RUN UP. COMPRESSION TEST FINDS NONE IN #4 CYLINDER. DISASSEMBLED, FOUND EXHAUST VALVE STUCK DUE CARBON BUILD UP IN VALVE GUIDE. CLEANED VALVE AND GUIDE, RE-ASSEMBLED, RE-INSTALLED, OPERATION SATIFACTORY
EXHAUST VALVE BROKE OFF AT BASE OF VALVE STEM, CAUSING DESTRUCTION OF CYLINDER COMBUSTION CHAMBER AND SUBSEQUENT ENGINE FAILURE.
Source: FAA Service Difficulty Reporting System. Shows maintenance issues reported by mechanics for this aircraft type.
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