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Cessna 210 Centurion Pre-Buy Checklist

Single Piston · 1960-1986 · 4,800 active

Full Cost Data

Purchase Price

$30K-$200K

Prebuy Items

ADs

2

2 recurring

Insurance

$1,915

per year (experienced)

Airworthiness Directives

2 ADs on record · 2 recurring

AD NumberTitleEst. Cost
2001-08-27RecurringLanding Gear Actuator Rod End Inspection$3,500
98-11-04RecurringWing Strut Fitting Inspection$2,000

Purchase Price by Year

1960-1969
$31K-$60K
1970-1979
$43K-$84K
1980-1986
$63K-$121K
1990-1986
$97K-$186K

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Cessna 210 Centurion cost?

Typical purchase price: $30K-$200K

What should I check before buying a Cessna 210 Centurion?

Have a qualified A&P mechanic perform a thorough pre-buy inspection of the airframe, engine, avionics, and logbooks.

How much is insurance for a Cessna 210 Centurion?

Experienced pilots: $1,915-$2,340/year.

Are there any known issues with the Cessna 210 Centurion?

There are 2 airworthiness directives (2 recurring) to be aware of.

Cost Summary

Purchase$30K-$200K
Annual Fixed$5,115/yr
Hourly Variable$67.00/hr
5-Year Total$89K-$325K

Insurance Estimates

New PPL$2,588-$3,738
Experienced$1,915-$2,340

Engine

ModelContinental IO-520-L
Power300 HP
TBO2,000 hrs
Overhaul$25,000-$35,000

Read the Full Guide

Model years, known issues, what to inspect, and real ownership costs.

Cessna 210 Centurion Guide

Disclaimer

This guide is for informational purposes only. Always hire a qualified A&P mechanic for a professional pre-buy inspection. Data sourced from FAA records and industry benchmarks.