2015 Van's RV-8
Experimental / Homebuilt
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
UK registered (G-LEMI) Slow Build Completed 2016 Hangered since new Airframe: 257 hours since new (and counting). MT 3 blade constant speed prop mtv-12-B/183-59B: (257 since new) YIO-360-M1B Thunderbolt Fuel injected engine with Dual P-mags James Cowlings Skybolt cowling fixings Carbon fibre plenum GAMI injectors Polished Aluminium Grove main Gear legs Grove wheels and brakes JD Air Complete tailwheel assembly with tail link Lemke full leather interior including heated seats. Mountain High Oxygen system Full Night IFR prep with LED interior lighting Andair fuel valve, boost pump and wing root filters SteinAir anodised eyeball vents front and rear Crow 5 point harnesses 2 x Garmin G3X 1 x Garmin GTN750 1x GTX330 transponder (driven by 750) Icom a220 second Radio Kanardia Horris 57 backup AHRS, ASI, Altimeter; Track, slip ball 57 mm Traffic monitor mated to Power Flarm Fusion traffic awareness with 3 fitted antennas Stick mounted PTT, electric trim and speed limited flap actuator Vertical Power (VPX) TruTrak autopilot Garmin heated pitot OAT Probe Lemo powered headset sockets 2 x canopy covers: all weather, heavy duty cover and Light weight hangar canopy cover 1 x full aircraft Tyvek flok lined covers Full build log available by request on email Simply probably the best RV8 for sale in the world £159,950
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Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Europlane Sales
planecheck.com
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$222,344 *
€ 193,900
|
United Kingdom | May 03, 2026 | 75 days | Active | |
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Europlane Sales
europlanesales.com
|
$214,074
$211,476
|
United Kingdom | May 04, 2026 | 74 days | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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About This Vans RV-8
This 2015 Vans RV-8 (G-LEMI) is a 2-seat experimental / homebuilt with 257 hours on the airframe. There are currently 14 RV-8 aircraft listed for sale . This aircraft is listed at the market average at $222,344.
The RV-8 cruises at 173 kts (320 km/h) with a range of 686 nm (1,270 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 22,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 9 GPH (34 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $56/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $100/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $10,000. With 257 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has 1,743 hours remaining to engine TBO .
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Van's RV-8 — Model Specs
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Ownership & Registration
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This aircraft (G-LEMI) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
United Kingdom
GB
Seller reportedTitle Status
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