Van's RV-4
Experimental / Homebuilt
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
85 RV-4: TTAF+E 1150hrs, O320-D1A 160hp TSIRAN 200hrs, CATTO 2-blade prop TPSN 200hrs, Extensive refurbish in 2020 with new 40A Alt, EarthX batt, elec + mech fuel pumps, fuel qty senders, Gascolator, gear legs + stiffners, brake lines, rudder cables, tail wheel, engine mounts and baffles, throttle/mixture cables, air filter, carb/cabin heat, aileron hinge bearings. New in 2025: MGL V16 VHF radio+intercom, TRIG TT22 xpndr w/ADSB-out, 406 ELT battery. AeroLED nav lights and strobes. Manual flaps and elev trim. Day-VFR panel. Hangared at KFSO. Super fun and responsive, a joy to fly!
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Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Stephen Gulick
barnstormers.com
|
$52,000
$58,000
|
Burlington, VT | May 20, 2026 | 58 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Vans RV-4
This Vans RV-4 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 $52,000.
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.
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Van's RV-4 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
Registration number not available.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is below the typical asking range for this model, roughly $67,000–$93,769.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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