1981 DeLorean DMC 12

2.8L Naturally Aspirated V6 | 3-Speed Automatic | Back-to-the-Future Conversion Props

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260353293

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Make:
Model:
VIN:
SCEDT26T8BD000769
Lot Number:
260353293
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
4,548 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
2.8L Naturally Aspirated V6
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Automatic
Exterior Color:
Silver
Interior Color:
Black
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Florida
  • 1981 DeLorean DMC‑12
  • 2.8L Naturally Aspirated V6
  • Bosch K-Jetronic Mechanical Fuel Injection
  • 3-Speed Automatic
  • RWD
  • Silver Exterior
  • Black Interior
  • Aftermarket Audio Player
  • Factory Turbine-Style Alloy Wheels
  • Back-to-the-Future Conversion Props

Overview of 1981 DeLorean DMC 12 For Sale by Owner

Back To The Future Fans, rejoice! We’ve got a 1981 DeLorean DMC-12 for sale today. Coming to you in all its resplendent stainless steel glory, this gullwing doored machine rocks just 4,548 miles on the clock! Introduced in 1981 and produced for just two years, the car was the brainchild of John Z. DeLorean. If the name is familiar, he’s one of the men responsible for the Pontiac GTO in the Sixties! DeLorean founded his own company in the early Eighties, asked renowned automotive designer Giorgetto Giugiaro to design the car’s exterior, and went into production. However, various internal and external factors meant that this space-age machine was discontinued by 1983. In total, over 7,500 were made, making this a pretty exclusive machine to own. This car currently resides in Parkland, Florida, and awaits a new owner.

Exterior and Interior

The stainless steel body panels are unpainted, and left the factory this way. If you encounter a painted DeLorean, it’s been done after leaving the factory, and somewhat reduces its appeal. So, it’s good that this 1981 DeLorean DMC-12 remains as DeLorean intended. Even the wheels are the original turbine-style units, and beneath the stainless steel body lies a fiberglass underbody. Black side moldings, quad headlamps and cube-styled taillamps are further features of interest. The black interior of this 1981 DeLorean DMC-12 is highly specified for the time, as DeLorean intended it to be a luxury grand tourer. So, you’ve got power windows, a seven-position climate control system, and plush leather seats. This particular car also bears some interesting interior customizations to make it resemble Doc Brown’s Time Machine. It’s also got an aftermarket audio player to help you listen to modern music with ease.

Engine

The futuristic looks of this 1981 DeLorean DMC-12 give way to a rather simpler, albeit easier to maintain powerplant. From the factory itself, all DeLoreans came with this 2.8-liter PRV (Peugeut Renault Volvo) V6 engine. Rated at 130hp and 156lb-ft, it’s still got decent power for an Eighties car. Buyers were offered 5-speed manual or 3-speed automatic transmission choices; this car comes with the latter. Rear-wheel drive, power steering and power disc brakes are also standard.

Walk-around Video of this DeLorean DMC 12

Passenger side photo of 1981 DeLorean DMC 12

1981 DeLorean DMC 12

Current Ask
SOLD

Back To The Future Fans, rejoice! We’ve got a 1981 DeLorean DMC-12 for sale today. Coming to you in all its resplendent stainless steel glory, this gullwing doored machine rocks just 4,548 miles on the clock! Introduced in 1981 and produced for just two years, the car was the brainchild of John Z. DeLorean. If the name is familiar, he’s one of the men responsible for the Pontiac GTO in the Sixties! DeLorean founded his own company in the early Eighties, asked renowned automotive designer Giorgetto Giugiaro to design the car’s exterior, and went into production. However, various internal and external factors meant that this space-age machine was discontinued by 1983. In total, over 7,500 were made, making this a pretty exclusive machine to own. This car currently resides in Parkland, Florida, and awaits a new owner.

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Passenger side photo of 1981 DeLorean DMC 12

1981 DeLorean DMC 12

Current Ask
SOLD

John Z. DeLorean, the man who gave us the Pontiac GTO is perhaps best known for this creation of his, the DMC DeLorean, also called the DeLorean DMC 12. With space-age stainless steel panels, a Giugiaro-penned design and some truly futuristic elements, the car was worthy enough to be featured as the Time Machine in the Back To The Future franchise. It’s said that around 9,000 were made, although accurate production numbers are difficult to come by. That means when one comes on the market, you don’t delay. So you’d better not waste any time getting your mitts on this 34,758-mile 1981 DeLorean DMC 12 from New Mexico. The car is of the manual transmission-equipped variant which really helps make the most of that mid-mounted 2.8-liter V6. That, and the infinite coolness plus desirability factor mean that you’ll likely never get a chance to own a DeLorean again if you miss this one.

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Passenger side photo of 1982 DeLorean DMC 12

1982 DeLorean DMC 12 Time Machine

Current Ask
SOLD

We at Exotic Car Trader are thrilled to offer you a chance to go back to the future. If it made little sense to you, it means that the vehicle on this listing is a replica of the time machine that appears in the famous film "Back to the Future." Because of how well-received the film was, two more parts of the movie featuring the same unaltered car were produced. The car that was used to build this time machine is a retrofitted 1982 DeLorean DMC-12. Fans of the film began making replicas of the same machine, and here is one such example. With just 11,000 miles on the clock, this 1982 DeLorean DMC-12 time machine is currently located in Montana.

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Passenger side photo of 1981 DeLorean DMC 12

1981 DeLorean DMC 12

Current Ask
SOLD

Back To The Future Fans, rejoice! We’ve got a 1981 DeLorean DMC-12 for sale today. Coming to you in all its resplendent stainless steel glory, this gullwing doored machine rocks just 4,548 miles on the clock! Introduced in 1981 and produced for just two years, the car was the brainchild of John Z. DeLorean. If the name is familiar, he’s one of the men responsible for the Pontiac GTO in the Sixties! DeLorean founded his own company in the early Eighties, asked renowned automotive designer Giorgetto Giugiaro to design the car’s exterior, and went into production. However, various internal and external factors meant that this space-age machine was discontinued by 1983. In total, over 7,500 were made, making this a pretty exclusive machine to own. This car currently resides in Parkland, Florida, and awaits a new owner.

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Passenger side photo of 1981 DeLorean DMC 12

1981 DeLorean DMC 12

Current Ask
SOLD

John Z. DeLorean, the man who gave us the Pontiac GTO is perhaps best known for this creation of his, the DMC DeLorean, also called the DeLorean DMC 12. With space-age stainless steel panels, a Giugiaro-penned design and some truly futuristic elements, the car was worthy enough to be featured as the Time Machine in the Back To The Future franchise. It’s said that around 9,000 were made, although accurate production numbers are difficult to come by. That means when one comes on the market, you don’t delay. So you’d better not waste any time getting your mitts on this 34,758-mile 1981 DeLorean DMC 12 from New Mexico. The car is of the manual transmission-equipped variant which really helps make the most of that mid-mounted 2.8-liter V6. That, and the infinite coolness plus desirability factor mean that you’ll likely never get a chance to own a DeLorean again if you miss this one.

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Passenger side photo of 1982 DeLorean DMC 12

1982 DeLorean DMC 12 Time Machine

Current Ask
SOLD

We at Exotic Car Trader are thrilled to offer you a chance to go back to the future. If it made little sense to you, it means that the vehicle on this listing is a replica of the time machine that appears in the famous film "Back to the Future." Because of how well-received the film was, two more parts of the movie featuring the same unaltered car were produced. The car that was used to build this time machine is a retrofitted 1982 DeLorean DMC-12. Fans of the film began making replicas of the same machine, and here is one such example. With just 11,000 miles on the clock, this 1982 DeLorean DMC-12 time machine is currently located in Montana.

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Passenger side photo of 1965 Chevrolet Corvette

1965 Chevrolet Corvette

Current Ask
$135,000

The 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray Coupe represents one of the most celebrated eras in Corvette history, combining dramatic styling, advanced engineering, and genuine competition-inspired performance. As the second year of the iconic C2 generation, the 1965 model introduced significant mechanical advancements while retaining the split personality that made the Sting Ray legendary: a refined grand touring coupe with the capability of a serious sports car. This example shows approximately 42,644 miles and is powered by the highly desirable 327ci L84 V8, featuring Rochester Ramjet mechanical fuel injection, one of the most advanced performance systems available from Chevrolet during the era. Finished in Nassau Blue with a Black interior, this Corvette is equipped with a 4-speed manual transmission, side-mount exhaust system, knock-off-style aluminum wheels, four-wheel disc brakes, and a wood-rimmed 3-spoke steering wheel. According to the current owner, the vehicle was museum-housed until 2014, adding to its appeal as a well-documented example of Chevrolet’s legendary mid-year Corvette.

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Passenger side photo of 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT

1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4 Turbo

Current Ask
$22,200

The 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4 Turbo stands as one of the most ambitious Japanese performance cars of the 1990s, showcasing Mitsubishi’s pursuit of cutting-edge engineering during the era of technological arms races between Japanese manufacturers. Built as the company’s flagship sports coupe, the VR-4 combined supercar-inspired styling with an advanced performance package that included a twin-turbocharged V6, all-wheel drive, and sophisticated electronic systems designed to maximize speed and stability. With approximately 205,224 miles, this example demonstrates the long-term durability of Mitsubishi’s legendary 6G72 platform while retaining the defining characteristics that made the VR-4 special. Finished in Fiji Blue Metallic over a Gray interior, this 3000GT VR-4 features the sought-after Active Aero Package, 17-inch 5-spoke alloy wheels, automatic climate control, and premium audio system. More than just a sports coupe, the 3000GT VR-4 represented Mitsubishi’s technological showcase of the era, bringing features typically reserved for exotic machinery into an attainable Japanese performance platform.

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Passenger side photo of 1979 MG MGB

1979 MG MGB Roadster

Current Ask
$16,999

This 1979 MG MGB Roadster captures the essence of classic British motoring with its lightweight construction, open-top design, and engaging manual transmission. Showing just 17,192 miles, this example is finished in the iconic British Racing Green and combines the timeless styling of the MGB with tasteful upgrades for improved enjoyment. Powered by the legendary 1.8L inline-four engine paired with a 4-speed manual transmission, this roadster delivers the simple, analog driving experience that has made the MGB a favorite among enthusiasts for decades.

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