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1981 Chevrolet Corvette Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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1981 Chevrolet Corvette: Quick Overview

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1981 Chevrolet Corvette Specifications

Vehicle Information
Year 1981
Make Chevrolet
Model Corvette
Trim -
Style Coupe
Type Coupe
Category Compact Car
Manufacturing Details
Made In United States
Manufacturing City ST. LOUIS
Dimensions
Doors 2-Door
Curb Weight -
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating -
Overall Height -
Overall Length -
Overall Width -
Wheelbase Length -
Standard Seating -
Engine & Performance
Engine 5.7-L V-8 OHV 16V
Engine Size 5.7L
Engine Cylinders 8
Transmission -
Transmission Type -
Transmission Speeds -
Drivetrain Rear-Wheel Drive
Additional Features
Anti-Brake System -
Steering Type -
Pricing
Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) -
Invoice Price -
Delivery Charges -

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What Problems Does the 1981 Chevrolet Corvette Have?

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1981 Chevrolet Corvette Prices and Market Value

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1981 Chevrolet Corvette Cost of Ownership

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1981 Chevrolet Corvette Fuel Efficiency

Fuel Type Gasoline
Fuel Capacity -
City Mileage -
Highway Mileage -

1981 Chevrolet Corvette Recalls & Defects

Service Brakes, Air:disc:caliper
Recall date 2003-05-12
Recall no. 03e032000
Source NHTSA
Summary Remanufacturerd Rear Brake Calipers, Part Nos. 18-7019, 18-7020, 16-7019, and 16-7020, Manufactured From February 1, 2002, TO April, 25, 2003., and FOR USE ON 1965 Thru 1982 Chevrolet Corvettes. THE Subject Brake Calipers Were Manufactured Using Improperly Manufactured Piston Seals. These Seals ARE Intended TO Prevent Fluid Leakage Between THE Caliper Housing and THE Pistons. These Brake Calipers ARE FOR USE Only ON 1965 Thru 1982 Chevrolet Corvette Vehicles. This Recall Does NOT Involve General Motors Corporation or ANY OF ITS Products.
Consequence Under These Conditions, THE Vehicle Operator MAY NOT BE Able TO Stop THE Car, Possibly Resulting IN A Vehicle Crash.
Remedy Cardone Will Notify ITS Customers and All Unsold Inventory Will BE Repurchased and Will Provide A Full Refund TO Customers. Owner Notification IS Expected TO Begin During MAY 2003. Owners WHO Take Their Vehicles TO AN Authorized Dealer ON AN Agreed Upon Service Date and DO NOT Receive THE Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Cardone AT 215-912-3000.
Notes Also, Customers CAN Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline AT 1-888-Dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Equipment
Recall date 2007-10-24
Recall no. 07e088000
Source NHTSA
Summary Certain Honeywell Fram Racing Brand HP4 and HP8 OIL Filters That Were Manufactured From MAY 25, 2006, Through September 14, 2007, and Sold FOR USE AS Replacement Equipment FOR Vehicles List Above. THE Affected Filters ARE Marked With A Date Code A61451 Through A72571 Sequentially. THE Date Code and Part Number Appear ON THE Filter Housing. Fram Racing HP4 and HP8 OIL Filters NOT Bearing A Date Code IN This Range ARE NOT Affected BY This Recall. THE Gasket OF THE OIL Filter Becomes More Pliable Under High Temperatures and Pressures.
Consequence This Condition MAY Cause Inadequate Sealing and Loss OF Engine Oil, Possibly Resulting IN A Fire.
Remedy Honeywell Will Replace THE Affected OIL Filters Free OF Charge. THE Recall Began During November 2007. Owners CAN Contact Fram Customer Service Toll-Free AT 1-800-890-2075.
Notes Customers MAY Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or GO TO Http://Www.safercar.gov.

1981 Chevrolet Corvette Warranty

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Original warranty 0 months / No data
Estimated remaining Expired
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Original warranty 0 months / No data
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Rust
Original warranty 0 months / No data
Estimated remaining Expired

1981 Chevrolet Corvette Insurance

Insurance for a 1981 Chevrolet Corvette is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Coupe with strong safety ratings and
reasonable repair costs.

How Does the 1981 Chevrolet Corvette Compare to Other Coupe?

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Final Verdict: Is the 1981 Chevrolet Corvette a Good Coupe?

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