2021 VANS RV-8 SOLD

No longer listed as of April 2026. The price below is the last asking price — the final sale price is not disclosed.

2021 VANS RV-8 (sold)
SOLD · last asking $335,000 · Apr 2026
Last asking price
$335,000
Year
2021
Make
Vans
Model
RV-8
Total Time
212 hr
Location
Montgomery, TX
Seller
David Matlock
Source
trade-a-plane.com
← View all Vans RV-8 for sale
Listing closed
View similar RV-8 for sale →

Performance & Capacity

Seats
1
Cruise
2 kts
Burn
9.0 gph
Engines
1 · Piston
ICAO Type
RV8

Manufacturer-published specs for the Vans RV-8 model. Actual aircraft may vary by configuration / modifications.

Operating Cost (est.)

Hourly Variable
$100
Annual Fixed
$10,000
Engine Overhaul
$25,000
TBO
2,000 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the Vans RV-8. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration.

Market price band

Vans RV-8 typical: $125,000 – $279,456 median $169,481 across 11 active listings

This listing at $335,000 is 98% above median.

Description

This is The Nicest VANS RV8 available for sale Anywhere. Save yourself many years and several thousand hours of building, and enjoy flying this beautiful machine today.This aircraft N5785K was built by a 2 time RV8 builder and F-15 Eagle Pilot. Countless hours of time and Meticulous attention to detail went into building this incredible airplane.This is a super fun machine to fly, it's fast and ready for Spring, Sun'n Fun and Oshkosh.Only the very best components went into this build. Barrett Precision Engines built the powerful IO-375 engine, The Avionics are Garmin G3X Touch, including the rear seat G3X touch screen, and the Custom paint scheme was designed and painted by Evoke Aviation.The Garmin GMC 507 Autopilot will fly an instrument approach with precision down to published minimums, and does have both, the auto level and yaw damp features .The aircraft is in immaculate brand new condition with only 212 hours total time.Hundreds of pictures and video were recorded on memory card that document the complete step by step build of the airplane and custom paint application. The powerful high performance TITAN IO-375 engine was Built and tuned by Barrett Precision Engines. Engine performance Dyno Sheets will be included documenting the awesome power. A reservation was made early in the planning stages of the aircraft build for the custom paint scheme and paint. After phase one was completed the aircraft was flown to Evoke Aviation and the custom paint scheme was completed. This aircraft is the 15th in their Signature Series line of paint .The signature series number (#15 ) verifies that Evoke Aviation designed the paint scheme, and that Evoke painted the aircraft .This beautifully completed airplane is an awesome flying machine .Yes everything works, and no damage history. Must see to appreciate the attention to detail that went into the build, and the beautifully designed multi color, pearl paint scheme. Additional photos and video available on request. If needed Transition training by a VANS AIRCRAFT approved instructor is available at KCXO. I would be happy to familiarize you with the aircraft.You can fly it home or I can deliver to the airport of your choice, Domestic or International for expenses. This is a beautiful machine.You will not find a nicer built and professionally painted RV8 offered for sale anywhere, no disappointments .Both Airplane Hangar Package are available if you do not have a secure place to Hangar .Call / Text or email Dave Matlock 713-398-5031 Email ([email protected])

About the Vans RV-8

The Vans RV-8 is a two-seat, tandem-configuration experimental aircraft designed for aerobatics and cross-country performance. Burning approximately 9 gallons per hour, the RV-8 offers excellent visibility, responsive handling, and impressive speed. It appeals to aerobatic enthusiasts and sport pilots who want a capable tailwheel kit aircraft.

Produced 1979.