Vans RV-7 Aircraft

11 used Vans RV-7 aircraft for sale · 2-seat · $110K – $349K · updated 1 hour ago

About the Vans RV-7

The Van's RV-7 (taildragger) and RV-7A (tricycle gear) are the volume two-seat RVs — a side-by-side sport tourer that cruises ~180 kt on a 180-200 hp Lycoming, handles beautifully, and is mildly aerobatic. The RV-7 is the sweet spot of the RV line: fast enough for real cross-country, capable enough for sport aerobatics, and the most popular RV for builders and buyers. As with all RVs, build quality and documentation vary by builder — condition is everything.

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Vans RV-7 Specifications

Model spec

The Vans RV-7 is a 2-seat experimental with a cruise speed of 173 kt (320 km/h), a range of 665–673 nm (1,232–1,246 km).

Performance
Cruise173 kt (320 km/h)
Max Speed182 kt (337 km/h)
Range665–673 nm (1,232–1,246 km)
Weights & Seats
Seats2
Max Gross Weight1,800 lbs (816 kg)
Production2001–present
Read the Vans RV-7 safety record & buying guide →

11 Vans RV-7 For Sale

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There are currently 11 used Vans RV-7 for sale, ranging from $110,000 to $349,000, with a median asking price of $140,376.

2005 Vans RV-7

2005 Vans RV-7 for sale
$110,000
For Sale
Reg# N411AT US
Location Cornelia, GA
Via Art Griffith
2 sources
Listed 2mo ago

2018 Vans RV-7

2018 Vans RV-7 for sale
$115,000
For Sale
Location GUADALAJARA, JA
Via Juan Jose SÁNCHEZ
Listed 1mo ago

Vans RV-7

Vans RV-7 for sale
$135,000
For Sale
Reg# N49612 US
Location Panama City, FL
Via Mike Ringenberg
Listed 1mo ago

2010 Vans RV-7

2010 Vans RV-7 for sale
$140,000
For Sale
Total Time 400
Reg# N33WE US
Via Southwest Aero
6 sources
Listed 1mo ago

2013 Vans RV-7

2013 Vans RV-7 for sale
$140,752 ↓ -$11K
For Sale
Total Time 440
Reg# VH-OHV Australia
Location Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Via Greg Van Scoy
3 sources
Listed 2mo ago

2018 Vans RV-7

2018 Vans RV-7 for sale
$190,392
For Sale
Reg# SP-YLW Poland
Location Poland
Via Plane4You Aircraft Sales Center
Listed 1mo ago

2021 Vans RV-7

2021 Vans RV-7 for sale
$275,782 ↓ -$2K
For Sale
Total Time 470
Reg# PHALA
Location Italy
Listed 2mo ago

2023 Vans RV-7

2023 Vans RV-7 for sale
$349,000
For Sale
Total Time 225
Reg# N515CC US
Location Palm City, FL
Via Christopher Costantino
Listed 4d ago

2025 Vans RV-7

2025 Vans RV-7 for sale
Contact for Price
For Sale
Reg# PH-TNT Netherlands
Via Whelen Microburst
2 sources
Listed 2mo ago

2008 Vans RV-7

2008 Vans RV-7 for sale
Contact for Price
For Sale
Total Time 360
Reg# PH-IXI Netherlands
Via SKYcastle aircraft
2 sources
Listed 2mo ago

Vans RV-7 Variants

Variant Years Seats Cruise Range Useful load Price range Best for Listings for sale
RV-7A 2001–now 2 173 kts (320 km/h) 665 nm (1,232 km) — $80K – $229K — 10

Compare Vans RV-7

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Vans RV-7 Price & Cost

How much does a Vans RV-7 cost? Used RV-7 prices: $110K – $349K, average $181K (median $140K), across 8 priced of 11 active listings.

Vans RV-7 Price Guide

Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.

Buying guides: Buyer's Guide | Financing Guide | Pre-Buy Inspection

Buying a Used Vans RV-7

When buying a Vans RV-7, the biggest value drivers are engine time since overhaul, maintenance-record completeness, damage history and avionics.

What to check before buying

  • Engine time to overhaul — hours and years remaining drive price more than total airframe time.
  • Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records protect value.
  • Damage history — any prior accident or incident; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
  • Avionics — a modern glass panel vs legacy steam gauges materially changes price.
  • Pre-buy inspection — always commission an independent inspection by a type-experienced mechanic before money changes hands.

Frequently Asked Questions — Vans RV-7

Cost?
From $110,000 to $349,000, median $140,376.
RV-7 vs RV-9?
The RV-7 is the sport/aerobatic-capable model; the RV-9 is cross-country-optimised
Is it aerobatic?
Mildly — the RV-7 is rated for sport aerobatics; the RV-8 is the more capable
Experimental — is it safe?
A well-built, well-maintained RV has an excellent record; build quality
Disclaimer: All prices, cost estimates, and market values shown are based on asking prices from third-party sources and are provided for informational purposes only. AeroGurus is not an appraiser, broker, or financial advisor. Always obtain a professional appraisal and independent inspection before making a purchase decision.
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