Ercoupe 415-C Aircraft
6 used Ercoupe 415-C aircraft for sale · 1-seat · $24K – $47K · updated 2 hours ago
About the Ercoupe 415-C
The Ercoupe 415 is the classic twin-tail, low-wing two-seater famous for being exceptionally easy and forgiving to fly — designed to be spin-resistant, with (in original form) a simple two-control, no-rudder-pedal layout. With a sliding canopy, great visibility and affordable operation, it is a delightful, characterful classic and a friendly way into vintage aircraft ownership.
Ercoupe 415-C Specifications
Model specThe Ercoupe 415-C is a 1-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 2 kt (4 km/h).
6 Ercoupe 415-C For Sale
There are currently 6 used Ercoupe 415-C for sale, ranging from $24,000 to $47,500, with a median asking price of $27,000.
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Ercoupe 415-C Price & Cost
How much does a Ercoupe 415-C cost? Used 415-C prices: $24K – $47K, average $30K (median $27K), across 5 priced of 6 active listings.
Based on 1 priced listings.
Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
Buying a Used Ercoupe 415-C
When buying a Ercoupe 415-C, the biggest value drivers are engine time since overhaul, maintenance-record completeness, damage history and avionics.
What to check before buying
- Engine time to overhaul — hours and years remaining drive price more than total airframe time.
- Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records protect value.
- Damage history — any prior accident or incident; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
- Avionics — a modern glass panel vs legacy steam gauges materially changes price.
- Pre-buy inspection — always commission an independent inspection by a type-experienced mechanic before money changes hands.
Frequently Asked Questions — Ercoupe 415-C
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Ercoupe 415-C Inventory by Country
| United States | 4 |
Ercoupe 415-C by Price
| Under $100k | 3 |
| Under $200k | 3 |
| Under $300k | 3 |
| Under $500k | 3 |
Ercoupe 415-C Safety Record
Across all 415-C variants, 38 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1982–2022. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 16, 2022 | Angola, IN | Incident | The pilot’s failure to maintain control of the airplane while landing in gusting wind conditions, which resulted in a ha… |
| Jul 18, 2021 | Frostproof, FL | Minor | The pilot’s loss of directional control during takeoff as a result of a child reaching for and manipulating the flight c… |
| Jan 28, 2017 | Butterfield, TX | Incident | A malfunction of the fuel transfer system for reasons that could not be determined based on the available information, a… |
| Jul 17, 2015 | Alexandria, IN | Incident | The pilot's failure to maintain/attain adequate airspeed and attitude during landing that resulted in a hard landing. Co… |
| Aug 10, 2013 | Mackinac Island, MI | Incident | The pilot's failure to maintain aircraft control while on final approach. |
NTSB records 1982–2022. Includes all Ercoupe 415-C variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.