Cessna 182 Aircraft 1990s
1990s piston singles span the transition from analog steam-gauge panels to early GPS retrofits and the beginning of glass-cockpit availability. Cessna 172R/S relaunched mid-decade with fuel- injection and modern panels; Cirrus SR20 entered production in 1999. Most 1990s aircraft today have updated GPS (Garmin GTN/430/530), ADS-B Out retrofit, and at least one engine overhaul. Mid-life airframes with reasonable mandate-compliance posture.
22 used Cessna 182 aircraft for sale 1990s · 4-seat · $25K – $594K · updated 4 hours ago
About the Cessna 182
The Cessna 182 Skylane is the four-seat, high-wing step-up from the 172 — a 230 hp single with a constant-speed propeller, greater useful load and a cruise around 140 knots. One of the most popular cross-country and backcountry singles ever built, it comes in the fixed-gear 182 letter series, the turbocharged T182 (~145 kt at altitude), and the retractable R182 Skylane RG (~155-165 kt).
Cessna 182 Specifications
Model specThe Cessna 182 is a 4-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 140–152 kt (259–282 km/h), a range of 640–915 nm (1,185–1,695 km), and a useful load of 1,050–1,110 lbs (476–503 kg).
22 Cessna 182 For Sale
Browse all 22 listings →There are currently 22 used Cessna 182 for sale, ranging from $25,000 to $594,900, with a median asking price of $299,950.
Cessna 182 Variants
| Variant | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Price range | Best for | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 182 T | 2001–now | — | — | — | — | — | — | 4 |
| 182D | 1962–1963 | 4 | 140 kts (259 km/h) | 915 nm (1,695 km) | 1,110 lbs (503 kg) | $99K – $269K | An early-1960s carburetted Skylane — a capable, affordable four-seat high-wing tourer at the value end of the 182 range. | 6 |
| 182E | 1962–1962 | 4 | 140 kts (259 km/h) | 915 nm (1,695 km) | 1,110 lbs (503 kg) | $40K – $300K | An early-1960s carburetted Skylane — a capable, affordable four-seat high-wing tourer at the value end of the 182 range. | 6 |
| 182K | 1966–1967 | 4 | 140 kts (259 km/h) | 915 nm (1,695 km) | 1,110 lbs (503 kg) | $23K – $269K | A 1960s carburetted Skylane — a capable, well-supported four-seat high-wing tourer at the affordable end of the 182 range. | 12 |
| 182M | — | 4 | 140 kts (259 km/h) | 915 nm (1,695 km) | 1,110 lbs (503 kg) | $99K – $169K | A late-1960s carburetted Skylane — a capable, affordable four-seat high-wing tourer at the value end of the 182 range. | 5 |
| 182P | 1972–1976 | 4 | 140 kts (259 km/h) | 915 nm (1,695 km) | 1,110 lbs (503 kg) | $14K – $580K | A 1970s carburetted Skylane — a solid-value four-seat high-wing tourer for a buyer who wants a classic 182 rather than a glass-panel model. | 70 |
| 182P Skylane | 1972–1976 | 4 | 140 kts (259 km/h) | 705 nm (1,306 km) | — | from $217K | — | 1 |
| 182Q | 1978–1982 | 4 | 140 kts (259 km/h) | 915 nm (1,695 km) | 1,110 lbs (503 kg) | $26K – $600K | A late-1970s carburetted Skylane — a popular, well-supported four-seat high-wing tourer at the more affordable end of the 182 range. | 45 |
| 182Q Skylane | 1977–1980 | — | 143 kts (265 km/h) | 807 nm (1,495 km) | — | from $224K | — | 1 |
| 182R | 1982–1986 | 4 | 140 kts (259 km/h) | 915 nm (1,695 km) | 1,110 lbs (503 kg) | $139K – $485K | An early-1980s carburetted Skylane — a capable four-seat high-wing tourer and one of the last of the original 182 production run. | 17 |
| 182T | 2001–now | 4 | 152 kts (282 km/h) | 885 nm (1,639 km) | 1,050 lbs (476 kg) | $50K – $870K | The newest, glass-panel Skylane — for a buyer who wants a current-production four-seat high-wing tourer rather than a vintage letter-series 182. | 99 |
| 182T Skylane | 2001–now | 4 | 145 kts (269 km/h) | 813 nm (1,506 km) | 1,060 lbs (481 kg) | $339K – $469K | — | 3 |
| FR182 | — | — | — | — | — | from $186K | — | 1 |
| R182 | 1978–1986 | 4 | 140 kts (259 km/h) | 915 nm (1,695 km) | 1,110 lbs (503 kg) | $115K – $244K | The retractable-gear Skylane — a faster four-seat high-wing tourer for a buyer who wants more cruise speed than the fixed-gear 182. | 11 |
| T182 | 1978–2004 | 4 | 152 kts (282 km/h) | 885 nm (1,639 km) | 1,050 lbs (476 kg) | $159K – $529K | A turbocharged Skylane — a four-seat high-wing tourer with high-altitude performance for a buyer who wants turbo capability. | 12 |
| T182T | 2001–now | 4 | 152 kts (282 km/h) | 885 nm (1,639 km) | 1,050 lbs (476 kg) | $265K – $875K | The current-production turbocharged Skylane — for a buyer who wants a new four-seat high-wing tourer with high-altitude performance and a glass panel. | 28 |
| TR182 | 1979–1986 | 4 | 140 kts (259 km/h) | 915 nm (1,695 km) | 1,110 lbs (503 kg) | $125K – $249K | The retractable-gear turbo Skylane — a fast, high-altitude four-seat high-wing single for capable cross-country travel. | 10 |
Compare Cessna 182
See how the Cessna 182 stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.
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How much does a Cessna 182 cost? Used 182 prices: $25K – $594K, average $307K (median $299K), across 18 priced of 22 active listings.
Based on 184 priced listings.
Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
Cessna 182 Value by Model Year
Median asking price by year of manufacture. Newer airframes command a premium; value falls with age then plateaus on older models.
Lowest around $293,496 (1998 models) · highest around $822,500 (2025). Bars scaled across the range to show the depreciation curve; hover for exact medians.
Buying a Used Cessna 182
Every Cessna 182 faces a mandatory 1,700-hour overhaul, so the single biggest factor in used price is how much time remains before that overhaul is due — a fresh-overhaul airframe can be worth a large share of the $32,000 overhaul cost more than one approaching its limit.
What to check before buying
- Time to overhaul — hours and years remaining to the 1,700-hour limit; this dominates resale value more than total time.
- Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records; missing logs cut value and complicate financing.
- Damage history — any prior accident, hard landing or blade strike; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
- Avionics — a glass panel vs steam gauges materially changes price.
- Pre-buy inspection — always commission an independent inspection by a type-experienced mechanic before money changes hands.
Frequently Asked Questions — Cessna 182
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Cessna 182 Inventory by Country
| United States | 391 |
| Canada | 23 |
| United Kingdom | 13 |
| South Africa | 11 |
| Poland | 5 |
| France | 5 |
Cessna 182 Inventory by State
| Texas | 73 |
| California | 44 |
| Florida | 18 |
| Kentucky | 17 |
| South Carolina | 14 |
| Idaho | 14 |
| Washington | 11 |
| Oregon | 11 |
| Arizona | 10 |
| Arkansas | 9 |
| Illinois | 9 |
| Kansas | 9 |
Cessna 182 by Price
| Under $100k | 18 |
| Under $200k | 184 |
| Under $300k | 281 |
| Under $500k | 369 |
Cessna 182 Safety Record
Across all 182 variants, 2779 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1982–2026. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 21, 2026 | Golden, MO | Incident | — |
| Feb 16, 2026 | Quail Heights, FL | Incident | — |
| Jan 31, 2026 | Carumba, OF | Minor | — |
| Nov 03, 2025 | San Andreas, CA | Serious | The pilot’s decision to adjust his seat during the takeoff roll, which resulted in the seat sliding aft and a subsequent… |
| Oct 30, 2025 | Lakeview, AR | Minor | — |
NTSB records 1982–2026. Includes all Cessna 182 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.