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Item:1978 Cessna 172N four seat airplane low reserve
1978 Cessna 172N four seat airplane low reserve
Ended:Nov 12, 200915:43:23 PST
Bid history:32 bids
Current bid:US $18,100.00
Reserve not met
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Deposit of US $2,000.00 within 48 hours of auction close. Full payment required within 7 days of auction close.
Shipping:Buyer responsible for vehicle pick-up or shipping.
Item Location:Austin, Texas, United States

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Item number:260502345619
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Sells to:N. and S. America
1978 Cessna 172N four seat airplane low reserve
Vehicle Description

Airframe:  11287 Hrs    TSMOH:  1800 Hrs    VFR/IFR Certified    Log Books Available
Purchase will come with fresh annual.
Any maintenance issues will be resolved at the annual/prebuy
Aircraft Upholstery and Carpet:  Like New - Replaced Nov/2006  Manufacturer:  AirTex
Aircraft Paint:  White Coat rated 5     Plane is Decal, Grey with red stripe 6 

Aircraft Glass:  Very Good Shape    Clear, no clouding

Great little trainer aircraft. Ideal for flight training, cross-country flights or fun flights around the patch. She is a little gem for pilots of all experience levels.


On Oct-14-09 at 13:54:21 PDT, seller added the following information:

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On Oct-15-09 at 16:33:01 PDT, seller added the following information:

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 Q: i noticed that you avoided answering the question about compression readings at last annual... do you think there currently may be a problem with compressions?
A: I didn't avoid it simply didn't catch it. It's 78/80 on all 4. It can't pass inspection if it has compression problems. I am giving a fresh annual when the money exchange hands
Nov 12, 2009 
  
 Q: interested in your 172N, I would be a new airplane owner and curious about average annual cost. I am in orange county, ca .. so I realize prices may differ, but just curious.
A: S700 per year in Texas.
Nov 12, 2009 
  
 Q: Hello I like the ship can you tell me the useful load ,total time lef on prop,retractable gear or not fuel cap and is engin a 180hp lycoming 360 with 180 knt top speed? and does it need anything repaired thanks... Continue reading
A: Research a C172N before you ask about retractable gear or 180knt top speed with all do respect. You get 180 kts speed on a twin 265hp Baron. Please do your reseach before you purchase to avoid disappointment. Google works... Continue reading
Nov 11, 2009 
  
 Q: are there any extra maintenance requirements for the aircraft having such high time? Have there been any cracks/corrosion detected? thanks
A: No extra maintenance required. Typical annual at which the mechanic have to research all ad's and service bulletins. It cost me about $700/year for annuals. Plane will be sold with the fresh annual as the check clears.... Continue reading
Nov 11, 2009 
 Q: Andre,I'm looking for a plane to complete my ppl,I'm in Lake Charles,La.would like to speak with you.Email cruzer22@aol.com.Need your ph # thanks John
A: I would get the airplane back to Lake Charles and hire an instructor. That way you do not have to pay for hotel in Austin. Fuel is cheaper in Lake Charles than Austin too.
Nov 11, 2009 
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