1974 Cessna 185Single-Engine Piston Aircraft

This 1974 Cessna 185 Amphib presents a well-maintained example with a comprehensive avionics upgrade and floatplane configuration. The airframe shows 5,081.9 total hours with a 1,640.3-hour engine since major overhaul, featuring new Cerminil cylinders with 575 hours since installation and compression in the high 70s. The McCauley propeller was overhauled in 2019 with 150 hours since, accompanied by a recent prop governor overhaul. The 2023 avionics suite includes a Garmin GMA-345 audio panel with Bluetooth, GTX-345D ADS-B transponder, GNC-355 GPS/COM, GTR-200 radio, and dual GI 275 flight displays with backup battery - all supported by full engine monitoring.

Equipped with Aerocet 3400 amphibious floats and 2006 wheel gear, this aircraft boasts a useful load of 1,113 lbs in its float configuration. The airframe features Robertson STOL kit, wing extensions, long-range fuel, and bubble windows. Maintained under commercial oversight since new with complete technical logs, it has had only two owners - the most recent for 33 years - with no damage history. The exterior wears an 8/10 white, blue, and green 2006 paint scheme, complemented by a tan leather interior from the same refurbishment. Currently hangared in Ontario with a fresh annual, this freshwater-operated aircraft includes documentation for a potential 550-engine conversion.