"John Ammeter" wrote in message
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On Thu, 25 Sep 2003 01:35:42 GMT, "Rob"
wrote:

Could I expect to sell a used experimental aircraft for the same amount
of
cash I spent on construction?

kleindoc


I built an RV-6 for about $26,000 and later sold it for
$45,000....


Not bad, although i would expect more for the 2-3 years of work it
potentially takes to build it. Not to mention the cost of tooling,
hangering, building area and whatnot.

Aviation is a cost no matter how you think you justify it! I'm sure you
spent more than the difference of construction costs and sale price in
maintaning, supporting and even more flying the aircraft!

I guess my point is i wouldn't bet on building an aircraft in the hopes of
resell value. There are better gambles for your money