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1981 DeLorean DMC-12

Bring a Trailer
Listed bygnieters
Morganton, North Carolina 2865514,000 milesAutomatic
SoldOct 14, 2021
Sold for$53,000

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Summary
This original-owner 1981 DeLorean DMC-12 shows 14k miles and features brushed stainless-steel bodywork over black leather upholstery. Recent work includes repairs to the A/C and blower motor, and replacement of brake pads, alternator, radiator, and cooling fans. Noted flaws include peeling clearcoat, brake squeak, and wear on the driver's seat.
Trait
Quantity
Most Recent Sale
Year
446 (73%)
9/28/2026
Color
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0 (0%)
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Transmission
188 (31%)
9/28/2026
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  • 10/14/2021
    Bring a Trailer
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    $53k
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terrapin16 I go back and forth as to what is more impressive: the recent (and justified) sustainability in price action with ... View more
mrcanoehead The original purchase price is equivalent to almost $81,000 today. Wow! Very similar to a 911 of the same vintage. ... View more
-ACHTUNG- All 9,000 manufactured DeLoreans seem to have changed hands on BaT in the last 6 months.
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