Vehicle Details
- Year: 1981
- Make: DMC
- Model: DMC12
- VIN: SCEDT26T7BD006983
- Mileage Shown: 18,000
- Transmission: Manual
- Title Status: Clean
- Color: Stainless Steel
- Seller: JohnWillo
- Seller Type: Dealer
- Location: Willoughby, OH 44094
- Dealer Fees: None
- Lot #: V-0019527
Best known as Doc Brown’s time machine in the 1985 film Back to the Future, the DeLorean, or DMC-12, was built between 1981 and 1983 as the sole model produced by the American company. Manufactured in Northern Ireland, the DeLorean was known for its distinctive stainless-steel bodywork and iconic gull-wing doors. This 1981 example was acquired by the seller in early 2021 and was originally optioned with a 5-speed manual transmission and a grey leather interior. Now showing just over 18k miles on the odometer, this DeLorean is being offered at auction by its seller out of Ohio.
The DeLorean was styled by legendary designer Giorgetto Giugiaro and features brushed stainless-steel bodywork laid over fiberglass on a steel frame derived from the Lotus Esprit. Exterior details include gull-wing doors, rear window louvers, black bumper covers, and dual exhaust outlets. The seller notes some minor scratches and small defects on the painted front and rear fascias as well as some typical warping of the front fascia above the headlights. The stainless-steel panels show some light scratching which can be improved using non-metallic abrasive scrubbers included in the sale. The 14”/15” turbine-style wheels are wrapped in older Landsail tires.
The interior features two bucket seats upholstered in grey Bridge of Weir leather along with a matching dashboard, door panels, center console, and carpets. Amenities include air conditioning, full power accessories, a tilt/telescopic steering wheel, intermittent windshield wipers, and an electric rear-window defroster. The seller reports the dashboard, A-pillar covers, and weatherstripping have been replaced, while the seats were reupholstered under prior ownership. The radio powers on but does not get reception and the A/C does not blow cold at this time.
The DeLorean is powered by a mid-mounted 2.85L Peugeot-Renault-Volvo (PRV) V6 equipped with Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection. Up to 130 HP and 153 lb.-ft of torque are delivered to the rear wheels through a 5-speed manual transmission. Recent service included the installation of new brakes, spark plugs, wires, ignition cap and rotor, rubber fuel lines, and a stainless-steel expansion tank.
This sale will include a clean title.
Auction Results
- Sold for: $51,500
- Auction End: Jun 10, 2022 08:31:35PM UTC
- Number of Bids: 43
Comments (57)
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@JohnWillo perfect. Thanks for the quick response John.
@Rick56 the underside has minor expected surface corrosion on unpainted surfaces, as shown in the photos. Here is a link to a video of the car running- https://youtube.com/shorts/tsdT_G_cxAQ?feature=share
@Dbok the inner weather seals for the door are brand new. No known damage to the roof box. I have no idea about the front end recall kit. And yes all of the fuel lines were replaced.
Minor stuff but it looks like the weather seals around the doors need to be replaced. Do you happen to know if there is any damage to the roof box or if it would need replacing?
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Hi John,
Has the car any corrosion especially the chassis?
Any video clip of the engine running?
Thanks.
Hello. Were all fuel lines replaced? I believe there are 13. Also, has the front end recall kit been installed? Thanks for your time.
Note to all prospective bidders: I had the air conditioning system serviced. They found a leak and repaired the leak. I then had them service
the system. It was evacuated, retrofitted and charged with R134a refrigerant. The A/C is now working and blowing cold.
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@Christopherzabelicky I would estimate the cost to ship to Philly (open) would be about $700 or so. You could also fly in and drive it back!
Do you have an estimate what it would cost to ship to Philadelphia?
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@mohitsud yes I have connections with wholesale shipping brokers and I can assist in shipping it to CA or anywhere in the USA.
Would yij be open to ship the vehicle to California if I win?
Greetings, seller here. I'm a longtime car enthusiast and collector and I'm the owner of multiple DeLoreans. I'd be happy to answer any questions that arise during the listing. Thanks! -John