1946 LUSCOMBE Silvaire 8E SOLD

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

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Last asking price
$42,084 (converted from AUD)
Year
1946
Make
Luscombe
Model
Silvaire 8E
Total Time
1,759 hr
Location
Melbourne, Australia
Seller
Derek Viner
Source
aviationtrader.com.au
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Market price band

Luscombe Silvaire 8E typical: $29,000 – $48,000 across 5 active listings

Description

A classic all metal antique with good parts support and many owners around the world. A comfortable and stable cruising aircraft. Art deco styling and paint finish make it a notable arrival. Sale is due to loss of medical.This aircraft was imported around 1979 and restored at Moorabbin Airport. It arrived in the country with a newly overhauled engine and after-market airframe and wings corrosion proofing. Full documentation of the aircraft prior to arrival in Australia and of the restoration. Always hangared in Australia. Despite low engine hours SMOH a bulk strip was done in 2025, the reasons for which will be explained to an interested buyer. The engine has completed about 20 hours since the re-build and recently passed inspection, oil use and cylinder pressure test. Annual Inspection late December 2025.Comprehensive refurbishment history all log books.Engine C85, 432 hrs SMOH, About 20 hours since bulk strip. Recent annual - oil use and cylinder pressures good."Flip flop" Radio. Space for transponder.