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Vans AircraftExperimental & kit · Santa Rosa, CA

2007 Vans RV-10

Price
$399,999
Year
2007
Total time
335 hours
Location
United States

Specifications

General

Sale Status
For Sale
Make/Model
VANS RV-10
Registration #
N38GF
Serial #
40171
Total time
335
Engine 1 Time
335 SNEW
Prop 1 Time
335 SNEW
Useful Load
1224 lb
Condition
Used
Year Painted
2008
Interior Year
2008
Flight Rules
BTH

Airframe

  • Quick Build kit constructed by A&P, I am second owner and A&P/IA
  • Last Condition Inspection 2/1/26
  • Sam James RV10 cowl with plenum (personally installed by Sam James,
  • this is the first RV10 with this cowl)
  • 1224 lbs useful load (1626 lbs empty weight .. 2850 lbs gross weight
  • Matco WHLWI600XLT-2 RV10 600X6 wheel and triple piston I Series brake assembly
  • Matco PVPV-D parking brake valve
  • Flyboy Accessories RV10 Jack Points
  • Michelin Airstop tubes
  • Michelin Air Tires condition 9/10
  • Optima 75-25 rear mounted battery installed new 1/25
  • Anderson power pole, external power connection on aft bulkhead
  • Flyleds Works Lighting Kit
  • McFarland MTV Vernier-Assist Throttle Control
  • Pioneer Classic control grips
  • Show Planes FPS-E4 RV10 flap positioning system
  • Experimental Aero Wheel Pant Grommet Kit
  • Flush locking door handles

Engine

  • Barrett built Lycoming IO-540-Experimental (-D4A5)
  • 290 horse power 9:1 compression
  • Barrett forward induction cold air sump
  • Airflow Performance FM-200 mechanical fuel control servo
  • Airflow Performance purge valve.
  • Airflow Performance turbo fuel injection nozzles
  • Airflow Performance calibrated fuel restrictors
  • B&C BC700-H 90 degree Oil Filter Adapter
  • B&C BCS206-149-12 Lightweight Starter
  • National Airparts P312R 70 amp certified alternator
  • B&C LR3E-14 alternator controller/regulator
  • Forsling exhaust system
  • Anti Splat engine heater
  • Airflow Systems ASSF-04 Slime Fighter air/oil separator
  • Airflow Systems 2007X 15 row oil cooler with turning vane
  • Slick Magnetos 6351 left, 6350 right
  • Replaced all hoses firewall forward with teflon fire sleeve hoses 2/1/26
  • Airflow Performance electric fuel pump and filter
  • Alternate air valve
  • Aeroshell W100 Plus .....25 hr oil change intervals
  • AeroComposites ACI 330 3 blade composite propeller. (McCauley Certified Hub)
  • MT P860-3 propellor governor

Avionics

  • The clean, logical layout of the instrument panel and switchgear creates an exceptionally intuitive flight deck, making this a sensible, pilot-friendly aircraft that is a pleasure to operate.
  • New Garmin G3X Touch avionics professionally installed 2/1/26
  • Installed new powder coated instrument panels and associated
  • labeled switches, wiring, warning lights, antennas, stick grip switches, etc.
  • GDU460 (MFD & PFD)
  • GSU25 ADAHRS
  • GMU11 Magnetometer
  • GAD29 ARINC 429
  • GEA24B Engine Indication System
  • GMC507 Digital autopilot
  • GSA28 (Pitch & Roll Servos)
  • G5 with backup battery system
  • GDL52R (ADS-B in)
  • G3X 6 cyl sensor kit
  • GAP26 heated pitot
  • TO/GA button
  • Vertical Power VPX Pro electrical system
  • Legacy components, all excellent condition
  • GNS480 WAAS certified GPS/VOR/ILS/Comm navigator
  • SL40 Comm radio
  • PMA8000 audio panel
  • Garmin GTX 330ES transponder (ADS-B out)
  • ACK E-04 406/121.5 mhz ELT
  • IBBS 12v-6ah backup battery system
  • Lock toggle stby power and master/alt switch
  • Display backup and standby comm switch
  • Pre wired power switches and rpm sense for future PMags
  • Powerwerx Panel Mount Dual USB-C charger

Interior

  • Flightline Full Interior kit seating, carpets and side panels
  • Professionally painted 3/11/08
  • Sherwin-Williams Jet Glo Polyurethane
  • Contrail White, Deep Red, and Star Silver

Detailed Description

Engine
Barrett-built custom Lycoming IO-540 producing 290 horsepower
Compression Ratio
9:1
Induction
Barrett forward-induction cold-air sump
Flight Deck
Dual-screen Garmin G3X avionics suite
Autopilot
Garmin GMC 507
Backup Instrument
Garmin G5 (with internal backup battery)

Sam James RV-10 cowling with plenum (personally installed by Sam James himself-this is the historical prototype, serving as the very first RV-10 fitted with this cowl).

Features a backup avionics battery, a 70-amp alternator, and a Vertical Power VPX Pro electronic circuit breaker system, providing a robust, reliable, and redundant power source throughout.

The clean, professional, logical layout of the instrument panel and switchgear creates an exceptionally intuitive flight deck, making this a sensible, pilot-friendly aircraft that is a pleasure to operate.

Detailed Description

This RV10 is a quick-build kit expertly constructed by an A&P, this aircraft has been meticulously maintained and upgraded by its second owner, who is an A&P/IA. Always hangared, all construction, upgrades, and maintenance have been performed exclusively by licensed mechanics, ensuring exceptional build quality and adherence to the highest professional standards.

No damage history

Powerplant & Performance

Avionics, Panel & Electrical

Featuring numerous custom modifications that make it a truly one-of-a-kind aircraft, this RV-10 represents the pinnacle of experimental aviation craftsmanship.

Fast, comfortable, and capable, this RV-10 offers outstanding cross-country utility, bringing the legendary handling, efficiency, and performance of the RV series to a true family cruiser.

Remarks

Transition training available for new owner

Aircraft record

N38GF

Registration

Registration
N38GF
Registered as
Foster Gary R RV-10
Year
2007
Serial number
002
Engine
Lycoming Io-540-D4a5 · 260 hp
Certificate
Experimental
Airworthiness date
2007-08-10
Registered since
2021-10-06
Registration valid to
2028-10-31
Status
Valid

Accidents and incidents

None on record

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