1974 Cessna 185 AmphibianSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft

This 1974 Cessna 185 Amphibian presents a well-maintained example with 5,081 total hours on the airframe and 1,640 hours since major engine overhaul. The aircraft features Aerocet 3400 amphibious floats with a useful load of 1,113 lbs and benefits from a 2006 wheel gear upgrade. Power comes from an engine showing compression in the high 70s, paired with a McCauley propeller (serial 720415) that received an overhaul in 2019 with 150 hours since. The panel received a comprehensive 2023 avionics upgrade including 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 engine monitoring.

The aircraft has remained with only two owners since new, including a 33-year ownership by its previous caretaker, and comes with complete technical logs showing no damage history. The exterior wears an 8/10 rated white, blue, and green paint scheme from 2006, while the interior features tan leather from the same refurbishment. Additional features include Robertson STOL kit, wing extensions, long-range fuel tanks, bubble windows, and fresh water usage history. Currently hangared in Ontario, the aircraft is offered with a fresh annual and includes documentation for a potential 550 engine conversion. The seller notes the aircraft's strong performance capabilities and Canadian fresh water operating history.