9 Vans RV-7 / RV-7A for Sale – Used Planes

PlaneFox tracks 9 Vans RV-7 / RV-7A aircraft for sale and re-reads every one of them from the broker and dealer sites it watches, so the figures below move when the market moves. Every number on this page is measured from those live listings, not taken from a published price guide.

How far can a Vans RV-7 / RV-7A fly?

A Vans RV-7 / RV-7A flies about 835 nm, roughly 1,546 km, which is about 5 h in still air at typical cruise.

What does a Vans RV-7 / RV-7A cost to own?

A Vans RV-7 / RV-7A costs about EUR 1,568 a month to run, or about EUR 168 for every flight hour when it is flown 150 hours a year.

More questions about the Vans RV-7 / RV-7A

How much does a Vans RV-7 / RV-7A cost?

The median asking price for a Vans RV-7 / RV-7A on PlaneFox is EUR 175,000, measured across the Vans RV-7 / RV-7A listings on the site today. Prices run from EUR 175,000 for older, higher-time airframes up to EUR 175,000 for newer, low-time aircraft. Year of manufacture, airframe hours, avionics and condition account for most of that spread.

What is the price range for a used Vans RV-7 / RV-7A?

Vans RV-7 / RV-7A aircraft listed on PlaneFox range from EUR 175,000 to EUR 175,000, with a median asking price of EUR 175,000. Late model years with low airframe hours and a modern glass panel sit at the top of that range; early airframes with high hours and analogue instruments sit at the bottom.

How many Vans RV-7 / RV-7A aircraft are for sale right now?

PlaneFox lists 9 Vans RV-7 / RV-7A aircraft for sale right now, gathered from the broker and dealer sites it watches. The count moves through the week as those sources are re-read. Because PlaneFox reads the same listings repeatedly over time, it also shows which have cut their asking price and which have sold.

Where can I find a Vans RV-7 / RV-7A for sale?

Every Vans RV-7 / RV-7A PlaneFox can see is on this page — 9 of them, gathered from the broker and dealer sites it re-reads continuously. Most are listed in Spain (1), followed by Italy (1). Each listing links straight through to the seller, so a Vans RV-7 / RV-7A in another country is worth considering rather than filtering out.

What should I check when buying a used Vans RV-7 / RV-7A?

On a used Vans RV-7 / RV-7A, check airframe hours, engine time since overhaul, avionics generation and damage history before anything else. PlaneFox recommends a pre-purchase inspection by an EASA Part-145 shop that knows the type, which typically costs EUR 1,500 to EUR 3,500. Under 1,500 airframe hours is low-time and above 3,500 means budgeting for higher maintenance; most piston engines run a 2,000-hour TBO, so past 1,500 to 1,700 hours since overhaul expect the overhaul within one to three years at EUR 25,000 to EUR 45,000. Read the full logbook history for prop strikes, gear-up landings and structural repair, and confirm ADs and SBs are complied with.

About the Vans RV-7 / RV-7A

Aircraft overview

The Vans RV-7 / RV-7A is a two seat, side by side, amateur built sport and touring aircraft from Van's Aircraft of Oregon. The RV-7 first flew in 2001 as the successor to the RV-6, with a larger rudder, more fuel capacity and refinements intended to improve cross country capability while retaining the responsive handling associated with the RV series. The RV-7 uses conventional tailwheel landing gear, while the RV-7A has tricycle landing gear. Both are supplied as kits and are completed by individual builders, so finish quality, equipment and empty weight vary from aircraft to aircraft.

Performance & specifications

Typical RV-7 / RV-7A performance depends on engine, propeller and build choices, but most examples are powered by Lycoming O-320 or O-360 series engines, commonly in the 150 to 180 hp range, with some installations up to 200 hp. Cruise speeds are commonly around 160 to 175 knots when fitted with a 180 hp engine and a constant speed propeller. Fuel capacity is typically 42 US gallons. Published Van's figures for the RV-7 family include a gross weight of 1,800 lb and a service ceiling around 23,000 feet, depending on configuration. Useful load is build dependent, often a key comparison point because avionics, interior trim and paint can materially affect payload.

Cabin & avionics

The cabin has two side by side seats, a sliding or tip up canopy depending on build, dual controls and baggage space behind the seats. It is compact compared with certified touring singles, but the seating position, visibility and control layout suit personal touring and sport flying. Avionics are not standardized. Used examples may range from basic analog panels to modern experimental glass suites such as Garmin G3X Touch, Dynon SkyView or Advanced Flight Systems displays, often paired with Garmin GTN, GNS or GPS navigator units, ADS-B equipment and two axis autopilots.

Buying & value

Because every Vans RV-7 / RV-7A is individually built, condition and documentation matter as much as total time. Buyers should review builder logs, airworthiness paperwork, weight and balance data, engine and propeller history, fuel tank condition, landing gear alignment, canopy fit and evidence of corrosion or poor workmanship. Common value drivers include a constant speed propeller, fuel injected engine, modern glass panel, autopilot, quality paint and a clean maintenance history. The RV-7A is often favored by pilots who prefer nosewheel ground handling, while the RV-7 appeals to tailwheel qualified buyers. Current PlaneFox listing data shows an average asking price around EUR 175,000, with the observed range also at EUR 175,000, reflecting limited live supply rather than the full market spread.

9 Vans RV-7 / RV-7A aircraft are for sale on PlaneFox today.

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