1981 Chevrolet Chevette Base MT
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- Photo: Chevrolet Chevette Scooter - Flickr - dave 7 (1) by dave_7 from Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 83-85 Chevrolet Chevette 1 by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
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The 1981 Chevrolet Chevette Base MT is a 1.6-liter inline-4 with a 4-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $5,516 MSRP.
The Chevette measures 164.0 inches long on a 97.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,114 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $5,516 ($19,722 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.6L OHC Inline-4 |
| Displacement | 1.6 L |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed Manual |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 164 in |
| Width | 61 in |
| Height | 52 in |
| Wheelbase | 97.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,114 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37 in |
| Legroom Front | 41 in |
| Legroom Rear | 33 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 49 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 49 in |
| Hip Room Front | 49 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 49 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1981 Chevrolet Chevette Base MT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1981 Chevrolet CHEVETTE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Mar 4, 1983 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM
THE CARBURETOR FUEL PLUG MAY COME OUT AND FUEL COULD LEAK FROM THE CARBURETOR.
Remedy: THE DEALER WILL INSTALL A RETAINING CLIP ON THE CARBURETOR INLET PLUG TO PREVENT IT FROM DISLODGING, AT NO CHARGE TO OWNER.
NHTSA campaign 83V027000
Nov 1, 1982 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM
THE CARBURETOR FUEL INLET HOUSING PLUG IN THE SIDE OF THE CARBURETOR MAY COME OUT.
Remedy: THE DEALER WILL INSTALL A RETAINING CLIP ON THE CARBURETOR INLET PLUG TO PREVENT FUEL LEAKAGE, WITHOUT CHARGE.
NHTSA campaign 82V106000
May 19, 1981 · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE SEAT BELT RETRACTORS IN THE REAR SEATING POSITIONS CONTAIN FIRST LOCK POSITIONS WHICH WILL NOT LOCK WHEN USED BY SMALLER PASSENGERS. THIS FAILS TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION".
Remedy: ALL OWNERS WILL BE SENT A PRE-PAID POSTAGE CARD THAT IS TO BE FILLED OUT AND SENT BACK. THE CARD WILL INDICATE WHETHER THE SEAT BELTS ARE FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. IF DEALER INSPECTS SEAT BELTS, THE SEAT BELT RETRACTORS WILL BE REPLACED, IF NECESSARY, WITHOUT CHARGE.
NHTSA campaign 81V060000
5 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1981 Chevrolet CHEVETTE
Owner Complaints
5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1981 Chevrolet CHEVETTE (2 mention a crash, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Fuel System | 1 |
| Gasoline | 1 |
| Hydraulic | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1981 CHEVROLET CHEVETTE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.