1979 Cessna 172N SkyhawkSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft • Los Angeles, CA, USA
This 1979 Cessna 172N Skyhawk, registered as N990B, presents a compelling case with a comprehensive restoration and recent mechanical investments. The airframe has a total time of 8,985 hours, while its 160 HP Lycoming O-320-D2J engine has 356 hours since a major overhaul in 2023, which included new cylinders. A new propeller was also installed at that time, showing 356 hours since new. The aircraft's standout feature is its extensive cosmetic restoration, including a complete strip, alodine, prime, and custom paint job completed in late 2024, followed by a brand-new leather checkerboard interior and new carpet installed in 2025.
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Specifications
- Category
- Single-Engine Piston
- Intended Use
- Training, Recreational
- Flight Rules
- VFR & IFR
- Seats
- 4
Hours, Logs & Inspections
- Total Time
- 8,985 hrs
- Engine 1 Time
- 356 hrs (SMOH)
- Prop 1 Time
- 356 hrs (SNEW)
Avionics
Comms
King KX170B - Comm/Nav Radio, Comm/Nav Radio
Audio
KMA20TSO - Audio Panel
ADSB
Stratus Appareo - Transponder (ADSB-Out)
PFD
AV-30 - Attitude Indicator, Heading Indicator
Additional Equipment
USB Charger
Stratus Dual USB Charger
Interior & Exterior
- Interior Year
- 2025
- Paint Year
- 2024
- Interior Notes
- Brand-new leather checkerboard interior paired with new carpet, giving the cabin a fresh, elegant, and comfortable feel.
- Exterior Notes
- Complete strip, alodine, prime, and custom paint job, not just a repaint but a full professional restoration.
Engine & Propeller
- Engine Type
- Piston
- Engine Count
- 1
- Engine Model
- O320-D2J
- Engine Power
- 160 HP
Asking Price
$170,000
Aircraft Location
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Listing Details
- Used
- For Sale
Price History
Dec 28, 2025: $170,000(-$10,000) - trade-a-plane
Dec 16, 2025: $180,000(-$10,000) - trade-a-plane
Nov 19, 2025: $190,000(-$20,000) - trade-a-plane
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Asking Price
$170,000
Aircraft Location
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Listing Details
- Used
- For Sale
Price History
Dec 28, 2025: $170,000(-$10,000) - trade-a-plane
Dec 16, 2025: $180,000(-$10,000) - trade-a-plane
Nov 19, 2025: $190,000(-$20,000) - trade-a-plane
+1 more price changes
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Asking Price
$170,000