1957 Cessna 172Single-Engine Piston Aircraft

This 1957 Cessna 172 (N8212B) presents a well-maintained straight-tail example blending classic airframe characteristics with comprehensive modern upgrades. The aircraft shows 4,540 hours total time with a Continental O-300 engine showing 1,456 hours SMOH and a propeller with 3,716 hours SNEW. Recent maintenance includes a January 2025 annual with no major issues noted, a replaced cylinder in 2024, Real Gaskets pushrod tube kit (2023), Skytech lightweight starter (2024), and alternator conversion (2022). The panel received a complete 2022 overhaul featuring dual Garmin GI-275s with synthetic vision, GNX-375 WAAS GPS/ADS-B, GNC-255 nav/comm, and full engine monitoring via GI-275 EIS.

The airframe has no damage history and maintains straight body/wing alignment. Cosmetic refreshes include 2020 paint and interior (rated 8/10) with custom Cessna-embroidered seats, along with 2022 window replacements. Operational enhancements include Cleveland brakes, BAS shoulder harnesses (2023), MOGAS STC (2023), and CIES digital fuel senders. The aircraft is IFR-certified through May 2025, hangared at Grove Field (1W1), and shows a useful load of 878 lbs. With its glass cockpit modernization and mechanical attention, this 172 serves equally well as an IFR trainer or vintage cruiser.