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CessnaSingle-engine piston · West Covina, CA

1976 Cessna 177RG

Price: $139,000
Year: 1976
Total time: 3,020 hours
Location: United States

Specifications

General

Sale Status: For Sale
Make/Model: CESSNA 177RG
Registration #: N7972V
Serial #: Not Listed
Total time: 3020
Engine 1 Time: 834 SMOH
Prop 1 Time: 834 SNEW
Condition: Used
Flight Rules: VFR

Engine

Lycoming IO-360-A1B6D, 200 HP
Oil changed every 25 hrs; mags rebuilt at 2,910 hrs.
3-blade McCauley prop

Avionics

2× TKM MX300 Nav/Coms
Appareo Stratus ADS-B transponder (In/Out)
King KN 64 DME
King ADF
300A Navomatic autopilot (INOP)
Audio selector panel
Electronics International engine monitor
iPad/iPod audio input

Interior

Interior 7.5/10: 4 David Clark headsets, Rosen visors, sheepskins, 2 articulating front seats
Exterior 8/10: Paint mostly original with some touch-up, always hangared since new

Detailed Description

Well-maintained and always hangared since new, this 1976 Cessna Cardinal RG is an exceptional example of one of Cessna's most efficient and sought-after retractable singles. With just 3,020 hours total time, 834 hours since major overhaul on the 200 HP Lycoming engine, a 3-blade McCauley prop, and a fresh annual completed in June 2026, it's ready to fly with confidence. Complete logs since new, regular flying, ACF-50 corrosion protection, ADS-B In/Out, and IFR capability make this a practical and dependable cross-country aircraft, while its comfortable cabin, quality interior upgrades, and proven ownership history reflect the care it has received throughout its life. Even more notably, this Cardinal RG has been featured in several major aviation publications, making it a truly standout aircraft that combines performance, efficiency, and pedigree.

Remarks

Fresh annual completed 6/1/2026
Always hangared since new
ACF-50 applied (2015)
Featured in Private Pilot, Plane & Pilot, Cessna Pilot Association, and Cardinal Club magazines
Flown regularly
AD compliant
IFR- capable