This 2001 Vans RV-8A (N57MF) presents as a well-equipped VFR platform with 1,758 hours total time on both airframe and its Lycoming O-360-A1A engine (new December 2000). The aircraft features a modern Dynon SkyView glass panel with integrated autopilot, Garmin GTR 200 com radio, G5 backup instrument, and ADS-B In/Out capability through a uAvionix echoUAT. The Hartzell constant-speed propeller shares the same time since new as the engine, with cylinder compressions all above 77/80 at the June 2024 condition inspection.

The airframe shows typical wear with a 6.5/10 exterior rating, including some hangar rash on the right aileron (non-airworthiness issue) and three stop-drilled cracks in the canopy. The basic interior rates 6/10 with visible wear. Notable modifications include AntiSplat Aero's nose gear reinforcement ("The Nose Job"), electric trim, and rear seat controls. The aircraft had a 2020 hard landing requiring nose gear replacement (no prop strike or other damage) and has complete maintenance logs with no corrosion issues. Currently based in Kansas, this RV-8A offers a turnkey experimental experience with its next condition inspection due June 2025.

Interior & Exterior

Interior Rating: 6/10

Interior Year: 2001

Paint Rating: 6.5/10

Paint Year: 2001

Interior Notes: Basic interior. Adequate but shows wear. The Panel looks great and is a good installation.

Exterior Notes: Paint in good condition, Canopy has 3 small cracks that have been stop drilled (Non-Airworthiness issue, pictures available). Some hangar rash on RH aileron determined non-airworthiness issue and has flown several hundred hours since.