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Ford Fairmont 1981

The 1981 Ford Fairmont carries a braked towing capacity of up to 907 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

Ford Fairmont 1981 Wheel size

Wheel size for the 1981 Ford Fairmont will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Ford Fairmont vary from 14x5.5 inches to 14x6 inches.

Ford Fairmont Model Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
base Sedan 14x5.5 inches 14x5.5 inches
base Sedan 14x6 inches 14x6 inches
Ghia Sedan 14x5.5 inches 14x5.5 inches
Ghia ESP Sedan 14x5.5 inches 14x5.5 inches
base Wagon 14x5.5 inches 14x5.5 inches
base Wagon 14x6 inches 14x6 inches
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Ford Fairmont 1981 Price and Specs

Pricing guides

$2,835
Based on third party pricing data
Lowest Price
$1,380
Highest Price
$4,290
Ford Fairmont Model Body Type Specs Price from Price to
(base) Sedan 4.9L Leaded 3 SP AUTO $2,640 $4,070
(base) Sedan 3.3L Leaded 3 SP AUTO $1,980 $3,080
(base) Sedan 4.1L Leaded 3 SP AUTO $2,640 $4,070
(base) Sedan 5.8L Leaded 3 SP AUTO $2,750 $4,290
(base) Wagon 5.8L Leaded 3 SP AUTO $2,640 $4,070
(base) Wagon 4.1L Leaded 3 SP AUTO $2,640 $4,070
(base) Wagon 3.3L Leaded 3 SP AUTO $1,980 $3,080
(base) Wagon 4.9L Leaded 3 SP AUTO $1,980 $3,080
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Ford Fairmont 1981 Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption for the 1981 Ford Fairmont is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Ford Fairmont is available with the following fuel type: Leaded.

Ford Fairmont Model Body Type Specs Fuel Consumption
base Sedan 4.9L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO
base Sedan 4.9L,Leaded,4 SP MAN
base Wagon 5.8L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO
base Wagon 3.3L,Leaded,4 SP MAN 10.8L/100km
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Ford Fairmont 1981 Dimensions

Dimensions for the 1981 Ford Fairmont are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1860mm x 1397mm and can vary on the basis of model.

Dimensions for the Ford Fairmont 1981 Dimensions  include 1367mm height, 1860mm width, 4729mm length.
Ford Fairmont Model Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
base Sedan 1367x1860x4729 mm 137 mm
Ghia Sedan 1367x1860x4729 mm 137 mm
Ghia ESP Sedan 1367x1860x4729 mm 137 mm
base Wagon 1397x1860x4980 mm 162 mm
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Ford Fairmont 1981 Q&As

Check out real-world situations relating to the Ford Fairmont 1981 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

  • Playing the waiting game

    The reality is that your car is worth what someone else is willing to pay for it. The trade puts the value of an XD Fairmont ESP at between $1700 and $3800, depending on its condition. A car such as yours, however, may be worth more on the collectable car market -- if you are prepared to wait for the right person to come along. A one-owner, low-mileage XD Fairmont Ghia ESP in tiptop condition could make as much as $5000-$8000 -- but don't bank on it. People who own cars that are potential collectables often speculate that they will get a price higher than the market value. Some will, but most are disappointed when the phone fails to ring. If you want to go down that road, try advertising in one of the specialist classic car magazines.

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Ford Fairmont 1981 Towing capacity

The Ford Fairmont has maximum towing capacity of 907kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.

Ford Fairmont Model Body Type Specs Braked Capacity
base Sedan 3.3L,Leaded,4 SP MAN 907kg
base Sedan 4.1L,Leaded,4 SP MAN 907kg
base Sedan 3.3L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO 907kg
base Sedan 4.1L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO 907kg
base Wagon 3.3L,Leaded,4 SP MAN 907kg
base Wagon 4.1L,Leaded,4 SP MAN 907kg
base Wagon 3.3L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO 907kg
base Wagon 4.1L,Leaded,3 SP AUTO 907kg
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