Van's RV-7 Aircraft

The Van's RV-7 (taildragger) and RV-7A (tricycle gear) are the volume two-seat RVs — a side-by-side sport tourer that cruises ~180 kt on a 180-200 hp Lycoming, handles beautifully, and is mildly aerobatic. The RV-7 is the sweet spot of the RV line: fast enough for real cross-country, capable enough for sport aerobatics, and the most popular RV for builders and buyers. As with all RVs, build quality and documentation vary by builder — condition is everything.

Van's RV-7 aircraft for sale

11 used Van's RV-7 aircraft for sale · 2-seat · Used median asking $140,000 · updated 22 hours ago

Van's RV-7 Specifications

Model spec

The Van's RV-7 is a 2-seat experimental with a cruise speed of 173 kt (320 km/h), a range of 665–673 nm (1,232–1,246 km), and a useful load of 650 lbs (295 kg).

Performance
Cruise173 kt (320 km/h)
Max Speed182 kt (337 km/h)
Range665–673 nm (1,232–1,246 km)
Service Ceiling22,000 ft (6,706 m)
Engine & Fuel
Horsepower180 HP
Fuel Burn8.5 GPH (32 L/h)
ICAO TypeRV7
Weights & Seats
Seats2
Max Gross Weight1,800 lbs (816 kg)
Useful Load650 lbs (295 kg)
Production2001–present

Van's RV-7 for Sale

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Van's RV-7 asking prices range from $110,000 to $188,677, with a median of $140,000.

2005 Van's RV-7

2005 Van's RV-7 for sale
$110,000
For Sale
Reg# N411AT US
Location Cornelia, GA
Via Art Griffith
Multiple sources

2004 Van's RV-7

2004 Van's RV-7 for sale
$110,501
For Sale
Total Time 256
Reg# VH-YLX Australia
Location Queensland, Australia
Listed 16d ago

2018 Van's RV-7

2018 Van's RV-7 for sale
$115,000
Project
Location GUADALAJARA, JA
Via Juan Jose SÁNCHEZ
Listed 2mo ago

2005 Van's RV-7

2005 Van's RV-7 for sale
$135,520
For Sale
Total Time 790
Location Australia
Listed 16d ago

2010 Van's RV-7

2010 Van's RV-7 for sale
$140,000
For Sale
Total Time 400
Reg# N33WE US
Via Southwest Aero
Multiple sources
Listed 2mo ago

Van's RV-7

Van's RV-7 for sale within typical asking range
$145,000
For Sale
Reg# N49612 US
Location Panama City, FL
Via Mike Ringenberg
Listed 2mo ago

2008 Van's RV-7

2008 Van's RV-7 for sale
$148,654
For Sale
Total Time 510
Reg# PH-IXI Netherlands
Location Netherlands
Via SKYcastle aircraft
Listed 2mo ago

2013 Van's RV-7

2013 Van's RV-7 for sale below typical asking range
$151,916
For Sale
Reg# VH-OHV Australia
Location Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Via Greg Van Scoy
Multiple sources

2018 Van's RV-7

2018 Van's RV-7 for sale below typical asking range
$188,677
For Sale
Reg# SP-YLW Poland
Location Poland
Via Plane4You Aircraft Sales Center
Listed 2mo ago

2025 Van's RV-7

2025 Van's RV-7 for sale below typical asking range
$257,287 ↓ -$6K
For Sale
Reg# PH-TNT Netherlands
Location Italy
Via PlaneTime
Listed 2mo ago

Van's RV-7 Variants

Variant Years Seats Cruise Range Useful load Price range Best for Listings for sale
RV-7A 2001–now 2 173 kts (320 km/h) 665 nm (1,232 km) 650 lbs (295 kg) $80K – $229K Side-by-side tricycle-gear experimental RV for buyers who want fast personal travel, sport handling, and nosewheel ground manners. 8

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Van's RV-7 Price & Cost

How much does a Van's RV-7 cost? Used RV-7 prices: $110K – $188K, average $140K (median $140K), across 9 priced of 11 active listings.

Van's RV-7 Price Guide

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.

Van's RV-7 Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (8.5 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$5,270/yr
Estimates at 100 flight hours/year. Actual costs vary by usage, location and insurance.
Buying guides: Buyer's Guide | Financing Guide | Pre-Buy Inspection

Buying a Used Van's RV-7

Buying a Van's RV-7 comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

  • Builder & build log — documentation completeness; professional vs first-time builder.
  • Taildragger (RV-7) vs tricycle (RV-7A) — gear preference; taildragger needs tailwheel skills.
  • Lycoming engine — O-360/IO-360 typical; overhaul history, installation quality.
  • Avionics — often excellent owner glass (Garmin/Dynon); verify ADS-B Out.
  • Pre-buy — RV-experienced inspector mandatory; check airframe build quality, wiring, control rigging.

Which RV-7? A well-documented, professionally-built RV-7/7A with a mid-life Lycoming and modern glass is the sweet spot. Prioritise build quality and documentation over cosmetic finish.

Frequently Asked Questions — Van's RV-7

Cost?
From $110,000 to $188,677, median $140,000.
RV-7 vs RV-9?
The RV-7 is the sport/aerobatic-capable model; the RV-9 is cross-country-optimised
Is it aerobatic?
Mildly — the RV-7 is rated for sport aerobatics; the RV-8 is the more capable
Experimental — is it safe?
A well-built, well-maintained RV has an excellent record; build quality
Disclaimer: All prices, cost estimates, and market values shown are based on asking prices from third-party sources and are provided for informational purposes only. AeroGurus is not an appraiser, broker, or financial advisor. Always obtain a professional appraisal and independent inspection before making a purchase decision.
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