1981 Cessna 421C Golden Eagle For Auction In Michigan USA (N600DC)
Well-equipped 1981 Cessna 421C Golden Eagle combining the cabin comfort and payload of a pressurized twin with FIKI capability, long-range fuel and proven Continental GTSIO-520-N power. The aircraft received a fresh annual on June 4, 2026. Current supplied
logbook times are 6,069.5 AFTT, 639.5 SMOH on the left engine, 1,006.4 SMOH on the right engine and 684.5 SPOH on each propeller. Equipped for IFR operations with dual Garmin WAAS navigators, ADS-B, weather radar (inop), autopilot with altitude pre-select, factory A/C and an 8-seat cabin. Times shown are from the latest supplied logbook entries and may increase if the aircraft is flown before the auction. Equipment, times and specifications are subject to buyer verification.
Description
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Fresh annual completed June 4, 2026; 6,069.5 AFTT
LH engine 639.5 SMOH; RH engine 1,006.4 SMOH; both props 684.5 SPOH
FIKI, heated windshield and deicing boots installed in 2024
2,233 lb useful load and 234 gallons total fuel with left auxiliary tank
Garmin GNS 530W / GNS 430, GTX 345 ADS-B, PS Engineering Bluetooth audio
Pressurized 8-place cabin with factory air conditioning
Vortex generators, speed brakes/spoilers and prop sync
Complete logbooks; based at KARB in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Performance
Maximum Gross Weight: 7,450 lb
Useful Load: 2,233 lb
Cruise Speed: Approx. 220 KTS
Range: Approx. 1,280 NM
Fuel Capacity: 234 Gallons installed (left auxiliary tank)
Fuel Burn: Approx. 40 GPH combined cruise, takeoff/1st hour 50GPH
Aircraft
Make: Cessna
Model: 421C
S/N: 421C-1007
Time: 6,069.5 AFTT
Annual Inspection: June 4, 2026
Engine
Make: Continental
Model: GTSIO-520-N
LH S/N: 265081-R – 639.5 SMOH
RH S/N: 604176 – 1,006.4 SMOH
Horsepower: 375 HP each / 750 HP total
Overhaul History: LH RAM overhaul 11/30/2012; installed 03/22/2013. RH RAM overhaul 10/03/2006; Airmark IRAN completed in 2023.
Facilities: RH engine installed on N600DC 06/01/2024 at 995.5 SMOH following Airmark inspection/repair work.
Propeller
Make: McCauley – LH and RH
Model: 3FF32C501-A – LH and RH
S/N / Hub: LH 806360 | RH 841922
Time: 684.5 SPOH each
Type: 3-blade constant-speed; prop sync
Avionics
Garmin GNS 530W WAAS GPS/NAV/COM
Garmin GNS 430 GPS/NAV/COM
PS Engineering 450BT Bluetooth Audio Panel
Garmin GTX330-ES ADS-B Transponder
Shadin Fuel Flow
Cessna 800 Autopilot with Altitude Pre-Select / Yaw Damper
Flight Rules: IFR
IFR Capable: Yes
IFR Certification: Static system, altimeter and automatic altitude reporting system tests/inspections recorded January 28, 2026 and April 28, 2026 by Conrad Aero.
Additional Features
Pressurized cabin
FIKI
heated windshield
deicing boots installed 2024
vortex generators
factory A/C; speed brakes/spoilers
oxygen system
prop sync
left auxiliary fuel tank
8 seats
complete logs
Incident / Damage History: Sept 1983, right gear collapse on landing.
Gaps / Missing Logbooks: None known; complete logbooks reported.
Known Flaws: None reported in the supplied records; buyer inspection recommended.
Known Corrosion: None reported in the supplied records; buyer inspection recommended.
Exterior
Paint: July 5, 2007
Clean, classic gloss white base coat accented by striking multi-tone blue and silver pinstripe schemes running gracefully along the fuselage and engine nacelles.
Exterior Rating: 6-7/10 – presentable older finish
Interior
Rating: 6-7/10 – serviceable 8-seat passenger interior
Aesthetics & Finish: Classic gray pleated window curtains, matching sidewall upholstery, and durable carpeting designed for executive transport.
Amenities: Integrated woodwork accent cabinets, dual executive writing tables or storage consoles, and overhead individual reading lights and air-conditioning gasets.
Lighting & Atmosphere: Generous natural light streaming through expansive circular cabin windows, enhanced by an integrated overhead lighting and climate control system.
Interior Refurbishment: July 6, 2007
Online auction starts 28th October, 2026. View full logbooks & additional data online (https://bids.airspaceauctions.com/Listing/1001035)
