1981 Chrysler LeBaron for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 1981 Chrysler LeBaron for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
What to check when buying the 1981 Chrysler LeBaron
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- No owner complaints are on file with NHTSA for this model year.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 81V111000 | 1981-09-22 | vehicle speed control | THE AUTOMATIC SPEED CONTROL SWITCH MAY STICK IN THE "RESUME" POSITION RESTRICTING RETURN MOVEMENT. THIS WILL NOT ALLOW THE NORMAL BRAKE PEDAL OPERATION TO DEACTIVATE THE SYSTEM. |
| 81V055000 | 1981-05-05 | fuel system, gasoline:carburetor system | ENGINE MAY LOSE POWER OR STALL DUE TO CARBURETOR FLOODING. THIS IS CAUSED BY A POOR ELECTRICAL GROUND ON THE CARBURETOR FUEL BOWL VENT SOLENOID. VEHICLES MAY ALSO HAVE DRIVEABILITY PROBLEMS WHILE THE ENGINE IS WARMING UP IN COLD WEATHER. THESE PROBLEMS INCLUDE ENGINE MISSING, SAGS, AND HESITATION. THIS IS CAUSED BY... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 1981 Chrysler LeBaron?
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 1981 Chrysler LeBaron; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. This page helps you judge the 1981 Chrysler LeBaron before you buy one anywhere.
Before you sign for the LeBaron
Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
The figures, translated
The EPA does not rate this model year for fuel use; heavier trucks and vans are often not rated.
Best uses
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town.
Inside and out
It is a straightforward car to drive, park and live with.
Try before you buy
Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. Drive the LeBaron on your commute before you commit to it. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer.
Picking a year and a trim
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it.
The cost of driving it
Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Questions first?
Questions about trying a car first? Ask in your request.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1981 Chrysler LeBaron from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1981 Chrysler LeBaron for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1981 Chrysler LeBaron
Does CarmaCars sell the 1981 Chrysler LeBaron?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1981 Chrysler LeBaron before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1981 Chrysler LeBaron have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.