The following photosets are tagged 1981 - click on the thumbnails for more images and descriptions of each vehicle
This is 'Lola'. "The new driving force from Austin", or the Austin Allegro, was built from 1973 until early 1982, with revisions in late 1975 and late 1979. 642,350 vehicles were completed over the period. This example is a 1981 Austin Allegro 3, registered in September 1981. The Allegro was available with a 1.0L, 1.1L, 1.3L, 1.5L or 1.7L engine. This one has a 1.5L E-Series I4 engine (1485 cc) and is in Leyland's Vermillion (its orange whatever you call it!). But it's a nice-looking car!
1981 Leyland Maxi (1748 cc reg sept-81) FTR 909X (used)
This cool four door 1981 Mercedes 200 has a fantastically stately look in dark blue with matching hubcaps. Seriously solemn, but a great looker none-the-less. The 2.0L (1997cc) Daimler Benz petrol engine gives a top speed of 104mph. Despite having the most basic specifications in the W123 range, the Mercedes 200 is a true modern classic. Built in Germany between 1976 and 1985. Great car!
1981 Vanden Plas 1.5 (1485 cc registered August 1981). When the series 3 Austin Allegro launched in late 1979, the Vanden Plas equivalent changed from the 1500 to the 1.5. There were a few subtle upgrades, including larger bumpers and side indicators.
