1987 Van's RV-4 for sale

1987 Van's RV-4

Experimental / Homebuilt

FOR SALE
$104,900
Location Mojave, CA
Engine SMOH 10 hrs
Seats 2
Serial # 0033
Reg # N511TG
Cruise 150 kts (278 km/h)
ICAO Type RV4
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

IFR
GRT Sport EX EFIS/PFD/MFD with Traffic Weather and Engine Display GRT EIS 4000 Engine Monitor with EGT CHT and Red Cube Fuel Flow Transducer GRT 2-Axis Autopilot Garmin GTX-327 Mode C Transponder Garmin GTR 200 Radio and Intercom uAvionix Echo UAT with Safe Fly GPS echoALT and ADSB In/Out

Description

AirplanesUSA Aircraft Sales proudly presents this hot rod 1987 Vans RV-4 with 240 horsepower to market. Featuring a freshly overhauled Lycoming IO-390 engine paired with GAMI injectors, James ram air filter, dual oil coolers, and electronic ignition. Exceptional build quality and refurbished by the current owner, a six time aircraft builder. Hangard in Fullerton, California. N511TG is offered at $104,900.

Dual Instruction, Export, and Worldwide Delivery are Available

All Trades Considered

Contact Max Wiltchik at AirplanesUSA!

Engine

10 SMOH in 2024 by Bob Baker A&P Lycoming IO-390-A1A 240 Horsepower GAMI Injectors EFI Ignition System 10:1 Compression Ratio Serial: L-1731-51A

Propeller

Hartzell Constant Speed 2-Blade Propeller 10 SPOH in 2022 by Johnson Propeller of Shafter, CA Added Twist for Increased Horsepower Prop strike in 2018 due to hard landing

Interior

2-Seat Tandem Configuration Full Dual Controls Including Rear Rudder Pedals Good Condition

Exterior

Painted in 2008 Good Condition

Modifications / STCs

James Ram Air Filter Installed on Throttle Body

Dual Oil Coolers

EFSII Electronic Ignition System

Dual Batteries

Reinforced Firewall and Engine Mount

Tall Landing Gear

Gear Damper

60 Amp Alternator

Nav Lights

Strobe Lights

Clock

USB Charger

Back Seat 12V Socket

New Safety Harness

New Radio Antenna

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces

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$104,900

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About This Vans RV-4

This 1987 Vans RV-4 (N511TG) is a 2-seat experimental / homebuilt . There are currently 10 RV-4 aircraft listed for sale . This aircraft is listed at the market average at $104,900.

The RV-4 cruises at 150 kts (278 km/h) with a range of 510 nm (945 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 22,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 7.5 GPH (28 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $46/hr in fuel alone.

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
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Van's RV-4 — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
2
Cruise Speed
150 kts (278 km/h)
Range
510 nm (945 km)
Ceiling
22,000 ft (6,706 m)
Max Weight
1,500 lbs (680 kg)
Useful Load
600 lbs (272 kg)
Horsepower
160 HP
Fuel Burn
7.5 GPH (28 L/h)

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

VANS RV-4

Fuel Burn
7.5 GPH
~$49/hr

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the VANS RV-4. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N511TG.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Mojave, CA

Seller reported 858 more aircraft in California →

Title Status

No FAA title records

Available for US-registered aircraft only

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.

Safety Record

NTSB safety data coming soon.

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Price History

3 price events · sources: trade-a-plane.com, controlleremea.co.uk, controller.com

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