The post-war two-seat taildragger that started it all. Use the free calculator below for an instant Cessna 120 value estimate, no account, no paywall. A light, simple classic, the affordable entry into Cessna ownership and tailwheel flying.
Beta: our value model is in active development and improves as we add real sale data. A guidance estimate, not a certified appraisal. Real value depends on damage history, logs, condition and a pre-buy inspection.
What's a Cessna 120 worth?
Originality, corrosion history, and whether the wings are metal or the optional fabric move the price most, along with engine time since overhaul.
The biggest value drivers, in order:
Engine time (SMOH). Hours since major overhaul move the price more than almost anything, a fresh engine can swing value by tens of thousands.
Total airframe time. Lower-time airframes command a premium; very high time discounts the price.
Avionics. A modern glass panel adds real dollars; basic steam gauges are valued lower but cheaper to insure.
Damage history & logs. Clean, complete logs and no damage history protect resale value.
Condition, paint & interior. Cosmetics and a current annual round out the final number.
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