Van's Aircraft VP-1 (volkswagen)Piston Helicopter • Williamson, GA, USA

This 1960s-vintage Evans VP-1 Volksplane, offered at $9,000 from an estate sale in Williamson, Georgia, presents a no-frills entry into experimental flying. Built around a Volkswagen engine—with parts sourced from Beetle or Bus components—and a simple Weber carburetor, the aircraft is described by the seller as capable of running on car gas to minimize operating costs. The airframe was previously displayed in a museum after completion by the builder, and the seller notes it was transported from Oregon on a trailer.

Registration is N9400. The seller indicates a "no damage history" (NDH). No total time, flight hours, or detailed inspection...