1981 Ford B600 for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. 4 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Recalls
- 4
For sale
We do not have a 1981 Ford B600 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 Ford B600
- NHTSA lists 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 82V119000 | 1982-12-07 | vehicle speed control:cables | THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED WITH AN INCORRECT END CLAMP ON THE HAND THROTTLE ACTUATING CABLE. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, PERTAINING TO THE CLAMP-TO-THROTTLE CABLE ORIENTATION AND DISTANCES OF THE CABLE TO GOVERNOR SHAFT, THE THROTTLE CABLE END CLAMP MAY INTERFERE WITH THE OUTBOARD ACCELERATOR. |
| 81V124000 | 1981-10-15 | service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | THE MASTER CYLINDER TO CHASIS BRAKE TUBE AND HOSE ASSEMBLIES MAY HAVE BEEN MOVED FROM THEIR INTENDED POSITION, WHICH COULD ALLOW CHAFING AGAINST UNDERBODY COMPONENTS. CHAFING PROMOTES WEAR OF THE BRAKE TUBE AND HOSE ASSEMBLY AND COULD CAUSE A LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID. |
| 81V090000 | 1981-07-17 | service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | THE INVOLVED VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH THE LEFT FRONT BRAKE TUBE RETAINING CLIP MISSING. THE ABSENCE OF A RETAINING CLIP MAY ALLOW THE BRAKE TUBE TO RUB AGAINST THE SHOCK ABSORBER, CAUSING WEAR ON THE TUBE AND, EVENTUALLY, LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID. |
| 81V072000 | 1981-06-15 | electrical system:wiring | THE PRIMARY CIRCUIT CONNECTION, WHICH PROVIDES PRIMARY ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE ENGINE, COULD DETERIORATE DUE TO HIGH CURRENT DRAW PRODUCED BY BUILDER-INSTALLED EQUIPMENT. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 1981 Ford B600?
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 1981 Ford B600; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. This page helps you judge the 1981 Ford B600 before you buy one anywhere.
A buyer's checks
There are 4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
Under the hood
The EPA does not rate this model year for fuel use; heavier trucks and vans are often not rated.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while. It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month.
Size and space
A car body like this keeps the weight low, so it feels settled on the highway.
A longer test drive
If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. Rent the B600 for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one.
Which one to look for
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. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary.
Running costs
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.
Ask us
Tell us the car you are considering, and we will help where we can.
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 Ford B600 from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1981 Ford B600 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1981 Ford B600
Does CarmaCars sell the 1981 Ford B600?
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 Ford B600 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 Ford B600 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 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.