Before the 172, Cessna Got the Lines Right: A 1953 170B Comes to Market

A 1953 Cessna 170B — the direct predecessor to the 172, aviation's best-selling airplane — has surfaced for sale in well-preserved condition, according to a listing highlighted by AircraftForSale. The 170B carries the rounded, tailwheel-era styling that Cessna moved away from as later four-place singles traded shape for utility. For owners who value lineage as much as capability, it's a reminder that the 172's family tree started somewhere more distinctive.

With reporting from Flying.