Description
Offered for sale is this 1976 Cessna 172M Skyhawk, a versatile four-seat, high-wing aircraft with a history of fish-spotting operations. Based in Sanford, Maine, this aircraft has remained in active service, with the seller reporting that the 150 HP Lycoming O-320-E2D engine continues to run strong.
Notable features include an additional 18-gallon fuel tank, complete logbooks, no reported damage history, and a November 2025 annual inspection. The aircraft is equipped with MX300 and 300 Nav/Comm radios, a Stratus transponder, a portable Garmin GPS, and traditional analog flight instrumentation.
The airframe has 16,957.7 total hours, with 3,679.3 hours since engine overhaul and approximately 455 hours since cylinder refresh. Additional features include a two-blade McCauley propeller, fixed tricycle landing gear, and wheel fairings.
Finished in a distinctive red, white, and blue exterior, the aircraft features a burgundy interior with seating for four. The seller rates the exterior condition 6/10 and interior condition 4/10.
An opportunity for buyers seeking an affordable Cessna 172 with additional fuel capacity, documented maintenance history, and a history of continued operation. The aircraft is being sold as-is, where-is.Specifications
Year1976
ManufacturerCESSNA
Model172M SKYHAWK
ConditionUsed
Registration #N73289
FlightRulesIFR
Based atSanford, ME
Total Time16,957.7
Range500 NM
Max Takeoff Weight2,300 lb
Basic Empty Weight1,450 lb
Useful Load850 lb
Fuel Capacity Volume64 gal
Auxiliary Fuel TankYes
Complete LogsYes
Airframe Notes• High-Wing Configuration
• Wing Strut Bracing
• Conventional Horizontal Stabilizer and Elevator
• Fixed Tricycle Landing Gear
• Main Landing Gear Wheel Fairings
• Nose Landing Gear Wheel Fairing
• Aircraft Shown Stored Inside a Hangar
Engine 1 Make/ModelLYCOMING O-320-E2D
Engine Serial NumberL-29321-27E
Engine Horsepower150 HP
Engine 1 Time3,679.3 SMOH
Engine TBO2000
Year Engine Overhauled or Installed as New2011
Engine Time Remaining To Overhaul0
Engine Notes• 455 Hrs Since Cylinder Refresh
Prop ManufacturerMCCAULEY
Prop Model1C160/DTM7553
Prop Time6189 SMOH
Number of Blades2
Blade CompositionAluminum
Prop Notes• Good Condition
Modifications/Conversions• O and N 18-Gallon Tank
Avionics/Radios• MX300 Nav/Comm
• 300 Nav/Comm
• Stratus Transponder
• Garmin Portable GPS Mounted on Right Control Yoke
• Traditional Analog Flight Instrumentation
• Conventional Six-Pack Flight Instrument Arrangement
• Analog Engine Instrumentation
• Panel-Mounted Communication/Navigation Radio Stack
• Dual Control Yokes
Additional Equipment• Dual Flight Controls
• Pilot and Copilot Control Yokes
• Rudder Pedals
• Panel-Mounted Engine Controls
• Overhead Wing-Mounted Fuel Tank Configuration
• Cabin Ventilation Outlets
Year Painted1989
Exterior Notes• Red, White, Blue - Level 6
• White Upper Fuselage and Wings
• Blue Accent Striping Along Fuselage
• Matching Red, White and Blue Vertical Stabilizer
• Red Engine Cowling
• Red Spinner
• Main and Nose Wheel Fairings
Year Interior1976
Number of Seats4
ConfigurationPassenger
Interior Notes• Level 4
• Burgundy/Red Interior Color Scheme
• Matching Burgundy Carpeting
• Black Instrument Panel With Conventional Radio Stack
• Traditional Analog Instrument Panel
• Dual Control Yokes
• Floor-Mounted Rudder Pedals
• Garmin Portable GPS Mounted on Right Yoke
Inspection Status• Last Annual 11/2025
AirworthyYes
Year1976|
ManufacturerCESSNA|
Model172M SKYHAWK|
ConditionUsed|
Registration #N73289|
FlightRulesIFR|
Based atSanford, ME|
Total Time16,957.7|
Range500 NM|
Max Takeoff Weight2,300 lb|
Basic Empty Weight1,450 lb|
Useful Load850 lb|
Fuel Capacity Volume64 gal|
Auxiliary Fuel TankYes|
Complete LogsYes|
Airframe Notes• High-Wing Configuration
• Wing Strut Bracing
• Conventional Horizontal Stabilizer and Elevator
• Fixed Tricycle Landing Gear
• Main Landing Gear Wheel Fairings
• Nose Landing Gear Wheel Fairing
• Aircraft Shown Stored Inside a Hangar|
Engine 1 Make/ModelLYCOMING O-320-E2D |
Engine Serial NumberL-29321-27E|
Engine Horsepower150 HP|
Engine 1 Time3,679.3 SMOH |
Engine TBO2000|
Year Engine Overhauled or Installed as New2011|
Engine Time Remaining To Overhaul0|
Engine Notes• 455 Hrs Since Cylinder Refresh|
Prop ManufacturerMCCAULEY|
Prop Model1C160/DTM7553|
Prop Time6189 SMOH |
Number of Blades2|
Blade CompositionAluminum|
Prop Notes• Good Condition|
Modifications/Conversions• O and N 18-Gallon Tank|
Avionics/Radios• MX300 Nav/Comm
• 300 Nav/Comm
• Stratus Transponder
• Garmin Portable GPS Mounted on Right Control Yoke
• Traditional Analog Flight Instrumentation
• Conventional Six-Pack Flight Instrument Arrangement
• Analog Engine Instrumentation
• Panel-Mounted Communication/Navigation Radio Stack
• Dual Control Yokes|
Additional Equipment• Dual Flight Controls
• Pilot and Copilot Control Yokes
• Rudder Pedals
• Panel-Mounted Engine Controls
• Overhead Wing-Mounted Fuel Tank Configuration
• Cabin Ventilation Outlets|
Year Painted1989|
Exterior Notes• Red, White, Blue - Level 6
• White Upper Fuselage and Wings
• Blue Accent Striping Along Fuselage
• Matching Red, White and Blue Vertical Stabilizer
• Red Engine Cowling
• Red Spinner
• Main and Nose Wheel Fairings|
Year Interior1976|
Number of Seats4|
ConfigurationPassenger|
Interior Notes• Level 4
• Burgundy/Red Interior Color Scheme
• Matching Burgundy Carpeting
• Black Instrument Panel With Conventional Radio Stack
• Traditional Analog Instrument Panel
• Dual Control Yokes
• Floor-Mounted Rudder Pedals
• Garmin Portable GPS Mounted on Right Yoke|
Inspection Status• Last Annual 11/2025|
AirworthyYes|
