Last 180
Zac21,
gidday. Longtime no hear.
The last 180 ever made, is VH-MQQ. It lives down in SE Qld somewhere.
You are correct about the ex "Arfur" Fane Machine. It lives near Coonamble, these days.
C100,
IMHO, the 185 would be a bit faster than the 206. Mine turns out 143 ktas at 2300/24, No pod and 800-6 tyres.
The last 206 (good order) I flew only managed around 130ktas.
I use the 185 on charter occasionally (as pilot/3pax). It is not a great revenue generator compared to the 210, but it is no more costly to run, than a C182. It will carry more (legally) and is faster than same.
It does, however, shine in the rough and dirty work. Performance, robust airframe and simple systems.
cheers,
185.