What's a fair price for my RV6?

[AllThumbs]

After being the 2nd owner of a great RV6 since 2007 (completed in 1997) I just don't fly it enough. And I haven't found a viable partner in Marin (KDVO). It has a few scrapes from the old cowl before we made intersection fairings that are removable. One fuel drain doubler needs replacing as it has a tiny crack that seeps. Both tanks have recently been re-sealed.

I'm curious what the forum thinks its worth and where I should post it for sale?

thanks
Neil

TTSN (engine and aircraft): 877
Engine: O-360-A1A (One Sure-Fly mag - both new 2023)
Prop: 2009 Catto 3 blade (no metal edge)
Avionics:
Dynon D180/AP74/HS34/2-Servos for AP
Garmin 400W
AERA 660
Garmin GTX-330-ES (ADSB Out 1090)
Garmin GDL39 (ADSB In wired to AERA 660)
Garmin SL30 with Archer Antenna in wing (VOR and GS/LOC work great)
Orion Strobe/Nav wingtip lights
Custom (small round) LED landing lights so not really a night-ops aircraft.
Nice leather seats. One seat back is thinner for taller partner.

And, yes, I know I should fill out the standard form entires. Can't find them on the new forum format.

 

[DeltaRomeo]

Here you go:

Thread 'Creation of template for 'For Sale' listings...'
https://vansairforce.net/threads/creation-of-template-for-for-sale-listings.69987/

 

[- Poindexter -]

Have you thought about posting to find a partner on VAF? Or, post at the bulletin boards at Gnoss? I’m based at Gnoss, and sure some folks would love the partnership.

 

[AllThumbs]

Have you thought about posting to find a partner on VAF? Or, post at the bulletin boards at Gnoss? I’m based at Gnoss, and sure some folks would love the partnership.

I did a while back on VAF but wanted to keep a partnership at Gnoss if I went that route. Have not put up a sign on the board. Good idea.

 

[AllThumbs]

Have you thought about posting to find a partner on VAF? Or, post at the bulletin boards at Gnoss? I’m based at Gnoss, and sure some folks would love the partnership.

But my OP still stands… wondering what it’s worth in this market.

 

[Amadeus]

While I am by no means an expert on valuations of an RV6 I can tell you that I have been considering the purchase of an RV6, RV7 or RV9 for when I wanted to do longer distance trips (although no longer looking actively) and would guess yours would be valued somewhere in the $80k's on the market. Again, just an opinion and not even an aircraft valuation novice.

I hope you can find a suitable partner and continue enjoying your beautiful airplane!

 

[Snowflake]

Not an expert on valuations either, but I do own a -6 tip-up and try to watch prices as planes get bought and sold. Before reading Amadeus' post above I was also thinking $80K would be a ballpark number, but that's based on one photo and your list of specs only.

 

[AllThumbs]

Not an expert on valuations either, but I do own a -6 tip-up and try to watch prices as planes get bought and sold. Before reading Amadeus' post above I was also thinking $80K would be a ballpark number, but that's based on one photo and your list of specs only.

Thanks for the replies! I know what the county is taxing me for it (75k) but realize the many factors that go into valuations can significantly impact the value. It’s a joy to fly and I hate to sell it but it’s time to consolidate. As with most decisions like this, the Venn diagram has a lot of intersecting circles.

 

[RV6_flyer]

Many variables. The airframe (parts kitted by Van's Aircraft) have an assembled value but if the workmanship is poor, it will be worth less. Say worth $20K. Is the paint good? That could add another $1K or more. Engine hours / use is another value point. Engine old not used or high time, that would be $10K. Better engine would be pro-rated toward the cost of a new engine. Avionics is another area. OLD analog instruments and old radios, figure another $2K. Less than 2-year old glass and less than 5-year old IFR navigator, then add $20K. Fixed pitch prop, add $1K. CS prop, add $5K. Homemade DIY seats, add nothing. Sheepskin professional made seats, add $3K.

A poor quality airplane engine combo would bring $30K to $35K. A award winning airplane could bring over $100K. Average value of all RV-6s would have me thinking in the $80K area.