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1981 Corvette

1981 Corvette - The Ultimate Guide

The 1981 Corvette fell under the umbrella of the progressively rising CAFE (Corporate Average Fuel Economy) standards. Because of this, Corvette production was again evaluated, though in this instance it was to determine what steps could be taken to improve the Corvette’s fuel compliance rating as well as help to improve GM’s compliance as a whole.

1981 Corvette Special Editions

Not a Chevy-made special, but this is no doubt a very special Corvette based car.

The major differences between the 1980 and 1982 Daytona and the 1981 GTO are the hood, the tops of the rear fenders, and the rear spoiler/bumper cover. The Daytona had an elaborate, short vertical fin on top of the rear fender that turned several turns “in and back,” flowing to the wide, long, table-like rear spoiler. The GTO’s rear fenders pontoons are the same as.

1981 Corvette Pictures, Wallpapers & Videos

Because who doesn't love a good-looking third generation Corvette?

1981 Corvette Technical Research & Data

Dig into the numbers behind the 1981 Corvette and check out these hand-curated research papers and data-driven reports, including VIN information, production numbers, pricing/options, color samples, and more.

1981 Corvette Engines

Looking for information on the engines powering the 1981 Corvette? Look no further.

1981 Corvette Market & Sales Data

1981 Corvette auction and sales area. We share upcoming auctions, recent auction results, cool 1981 Corvettes we find for sale and commentary on the current market for the 1981 Corvette.

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Get all the latest news stories, upcoming auctions, prices, videos and more about the 1981 Chevrolet Corvette! The latest headlines here.

1969 Corvette L88 Engine
The Vette’s performance dropped significantly during the early to mid-1970s, at the hands of newly implemented federal emissions standards, yet it remained relevant. At a point in which many iconic American performance cars fell by the wayside, the Corvette soldiered on. This served as a true testament to many of the memorable Corvette powerplants that were developed during the C3 era.
1981 Corvette Sales Brochures
Download this 1981 Corvette Dealers Sales Brochure for a quick look at the features of the car. Corvette is a rolling showcase of new technology, new materials and new thinking - all part of an evolutionary process that continues year after year. Adherence...
1981 L81 engine
During many production years, consumers were provided with multiple engine options to choose from. This was especially true during the late 1960s. However, by the late 1970s, GM had begun to significantly scale back the number of production engines offered for the Corvette. This trend peaked in 1981, when only one engine, known as the L81, was offered to buyers.
The major differences between the 1980 and 1982 Daytona and the 1981 GTO are the hood, the tops of the rear fenders, and the rear spoiler/bumper cover. The Daytona had an elaborate, short vertical fin on top of the rear fender that turned several turns “in and back,” flowing to the wide, long, table-like rear spoiler. The GTO’s rear fenders pontoons are the same as.
1981 Corvette Owners Manual
This Owners Guide contains important information regarding the operation and maintenance of your 1981 Corvette. In order to obtain maximum enjoyment and usage from your car, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the contents...

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