| 1958 Cessna 172 Tailwheel Conversion |
| Aircraft Type | Single Engine Propeller |
| Make | Cessna |
| Model | 172 Tailwheel Conversion |
| Condition | Used |
| Sale Type | For Sale |
| Currency | AU $ |
| Price | $249,000 |
| Location | Australia |
| Registration No | VH-WOW |
| Serial Number | 36878 |
| Year Built | 1958 |
| Total Time Airframe | 2280 |
| Comments |
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FOR SALE: 1958 Cessna 172 Tailwheel Conversion WOW – WHAT AN AMAZING AIRCRAFT! This impeccable restoration has resulted in an almost perfect example of a Classic Straight-Tail Cessna 172. Featuring a professional tailwheel conversion, this bird shows off its true beauty wherever it touches down. After being blown over in a storm in Broken Hill in 1982, this aircraft was totally and meticulously rebuilt over a 20-year period. With a low-time airframe, an even lower-time engine, and a freshly overhauled propeller, this will be a joy to fly for many years to come! Every STC has been meticulously obtained to ensure peak performance and safety. Photos truly do not do this beautiful aircraft justice—it presents as brand new and is available for sale now. WOW! Key Highlights:
- Bolen Tailwheel Conversion: The iconic "Straight Tail" look with rugged taildragger capability
- Avcom 180HP Installation: A significant power boost for superior climb and cruise
- Sportsman STOL Kit: Incredible low-speed handling—stalls at just 38 knots with full flaps
- Modern Safety: Equipped with shoulder harnesses for peace of mind
- Zero-Timed Prop: Freshly overhauled propeller ready for immediate service
- Total Refurbishment: NO expenses spared
IT'S NOT OFTEN THAT AN AIRCRAFT OF THIS CALIBRE COMES ONTO THE MARKET
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| Engine Specifications |
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- Lycoming 0360 - 535 hours SMOH/2000 TBO
- AVCOM STC for 180 HP conversion
- Hartzell Propeller - 20 hours SMOH/2000 TBO
- Constant Speed Unit
- Impeccable maintenance
- Annual done JANUARY 2026
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| Avionics |
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- Electronic International FL5L fuel flow
- Digital EGT/CHT gauge
- Electronics International digital volts/amps gauge
- Digital oil temp/psi gauge
- Electronic clock/timer
- Bendix/King 97A TSO dual comm
- Bendix/King 79 TSO transponder
- Sky Echo ADSB
- Intercom
- Apollo Morrow 11 GPS
- AH
- Turn and bank indicator
- Standard six pack
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| Interior |
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- Beautifully restored
- Presents as 9.5
- 4 point harness
- Rosen visors
- Everything new @ refurbishment
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| Exterior |
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- Presents as 9.5
- Beautiful paint scheme
- Ramp appeal
- Recent full detail
- Scott tail wheel
- LED upgrade to rotating beacon and landing lights
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| Additional Features |
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- All STC's available
- Impeccable maintenance
- All log books and information/history since NEW
- 180 litres usable fuel
- Sportsman Stoll Kit
- LED upgrade
- 800 x 6.0 Air Trac Tyres
- Manual flaps
- USB ports
- Anderson plug for trickle charge
- Pull handles
- Recent full detail - looks NEW
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*PLEASE NOTE: Aircraft specifications are subject to verification by the purchaser. It is up to you as the purchaser to conduct your due diligence. Unless given to you in writing by the seller, no warranties are implied or given. Aircraft or parts may be withdrawn from sale at any time. If the price does not contain the notation that it is the total price, the price may or may not include costs such as Stamp Duty, Transfer fees, GST and other State or Federal charges. Please confirm price, fees, charges and features with the seller of the Aircraft or Part.
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