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
Odometer:
4,548
(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

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1981 DeLorean DMC 12

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
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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1981 DeLorean DMC 12

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
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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1982 DeLorean DMC 12 Time Machine

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
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 vehicle

1981 DeLorean DMC 12

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
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 vehicle

1981 DeLorean DMC 12

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
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 vehicle

1982 DeLorean DMC 12 Time Machine

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
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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1956 Chevrolet Sedan Delivery Restomod

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
$51,500

The 1956 Chevrolet Sedan Delivery is one of the most distinctive utility vehicles of the Tri-Five era, combining the iconic styling of Chevrolet’s passenger cars with the practicality of a commercial delivery body. Showing 70,077 miles, this example has been transformed into a well-executed restomod that blends classic 1950s design with upgraded performance and drivability. Finished in red over a beige interior, it benefits from a 355ci V8, a TH350 automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, and a host of custom touches throughout. The result is a unique classic that retains its vintage charm while offering a more enjoyable driving experience for today’s roads.

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1964 Chevrolet Impala SS Convertible

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VERIFIED SELLER
$45,000

The 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS Convertible represents one of the most recognizable American cruisers of the 1960s, combining elegant styling with open-air motoring and the desirable Super Sport package. Showing 80,999 miles, this example is finished in Almond Fawn Poly over a matching Fawn interior and captures the spirit of Chevrolet’s golden era. Equipped with a dependable 283ci V8, Powerglide automatic transmission, and power brakes, this Impala SS offers a relaxed driving experience that’s perfectly suited for weekend cruises, local shows, or adding to a classic car collection. The combination of factory Super Sport equipment, timeless styling, and convertible configuration makes this Chevrolet a standout example of mid-sixties Americana.

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1986 Mercedes-Benz 280SL

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VERIFIED SELLER
$29,999

Mercedes-Benz’s R107-generation SL is one of the longest-running and most beloved roadster platforms in automotive history, blending timeless styling, refined engineering, and open-top grand touring capability. This 1986 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL shows 78,616 miles and presents as a well-kept example finished in Signal Red over a Palomino interior. Powered by the smooth M110 inline-six engine and equipped with both a black convertible soft top and a body-colored removable hardtop, this SL offers year-round versatility. Additional highlights include reupholstered seating surfaces, refreshed carpeting, wood interior trim, and the desirable Becker Grand Prix radio, making this classic Mercedes an appealing choice for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

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