1981 Chevrolet Malibu Headlights

Essential 1981 Chevrolet Malibu Headlights

Sylvania – 37 Long Life: Mini Bulb, Standard Performance, 2 Pack (Part No.37LLBP2)

37 Long Life: Mini Bulb, Standard Performance, 2 Pack

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$6.99
SYLVANIA Long Life miniature bulbs provide standard performance for your car or truck’s interior and exterior auxiliary lighting. Ideal for use in your car’s back up or reverse, trunk, dome lights and more, Long Life bulbs are a direct replacement for your vehicle. Designed for durability, lower maintenance due to longer bulb life, and to perform to all relevant safety standards.

Product Features:
  • DEPENDABLE: Made from high quality materials for long-lasting durability
  • EASY DIY INSTALLATION: A direct replacement for the factory bulbs in your vehicle, no modification required
  • SMART MAINTENANCE: Always replace bulbs in pairs to ensure equal brightness and color
  • PRO TIP: When changing your bulb, never touch the glass. Always use gloves or a clean shop towel to reduce the transfer of oils during install
  • SAFETY: High-quality SYLVANIA bulbs are designed to perform to all relevant safety standards set for the lighting application
  • TRUSTED BRAND: SYLVANIA is a trusted OEM automotive lighting manufacturer, with over 100 years of superior optical engineering experience
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Sylvania – 194 Long Life: Mini Bulb, Standard Performance, 2 Pack (Part No.194LLBP2)

194 Long Life: Mini Bulb, Standard Performance, 2 Pack

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$7.99
SYLVANIA Long Life miniature bulbs provide standard performance for your car or truck’s interior and exterior auxiliary lighting. Ideal for use in your car’s back up or reverse, trunk, dome lights and more, Long Life bulbs are a direct replacement for your vehicle. Designed for durability, lower maintenance due to longer bulb life, and to perform to all relevant safety standards.

Product Features:
  • DEPENDABLE: Made from high quality materials for long-lasting durability
  • EASY DIY INSTALLATION: A direct replacement for the factory bulbs in your vehicle, no modification required
  • SMART MAINTENANCE: Always replace bulbs in pairs to ensure equal brightness and color
  • PRO TIP: When changing your bulb, never touch the glass. Always use gloves or a clean shop towel to reduce the transfer of oils during install
  • SAFETY: High-quality SYLVANIA bulbs are designed to perform to all relevant safety standards set for the lighting application
  • TRUSTED BRAND: SYLVANIA is a trusted OEM automotive lighting manufacturer, with over 100 years of superior optical engineering experience
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KAI – Headlamp Adjusting Spring (Part No.GMKHW2116)

Headlamp Adjusting Spring

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$10.99
New Goodmark Pair Of Headlight Adjusting Springs

Product Features:
  • Pair
  • Meets All Federal Motor Safety Standards
  • No Drilling Needed For Installation
  • No Modifications Needed For Installation
  • Direct Fit Replacement For Your Vehicle
  • Same Form Fit And Function As OE
  • Check Out The Large Selection Of Parts Available For Your Vehicle
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Sylvania – H7 : LED Fog Light Bulb, 6000K Cool White Light, 2 Pack (Part No.FH7LEDBX2)

H7 : LED Fog Light Bulb, 6000K Cool White Light, 2 Pack

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$99.99
Upgrade your car or truck with clarity and performance of SYLVANIA ZEVO® LED fog light bulbs.  Engineered to provide the ultimate in style and durability, ZEVO LED Fog bulbs will be sure to turn heads. These super bright white direct replacement LED bulbs are made with top grade materials and backed by a 5-year limited warranty, ensuring durability and superior performance.

Product Features:
  • SUPER BRIGHT LIGHT: 6000K White LED bulb that matches the color of HID or LED lighting systems for head-turning style
  • THERMAL MANAGEMENT: Heat sink designed to exceed minimum heat-transfer requirements. (approximately 1.5″ clearance needed)
  • EASY DIY INSTALLATION: A direct replacement for the factory bulbs in your vehicle, no modification required
  • SMART MAINTENANCE: Always replace bulbs in pairs to ensure equal brightness and color
  • SAFETY: High-quality SYLVANIA bulbs are designed to perform to all relevant safety standards set for the lighting application
  • TRUSTED BRAND: SYLVANIA is a trusted OEM automotive lighting manufacturer, with over 100 years of superior optical engineering experience
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Sylvania – H6024 SilverStar: Sealed Beam Headlight, Brighter and Whiter Light, 1 Pack (Part No.H6024STBX)

H6024 SilverStar: Sealed Beam Headlight, Brighter and Whiter Light, 1 Pack

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$29.99
SYLVANIA SilverStar® high performance sealed beam bulbs provide a balance of improved visibility and bulb life to deliver a brighter and whiter light when compared to SYLVANIA Basic. The combination of downroad, sideroad, and whiter light helps to achieve more clarity during night-time driving. More clarity can improve contrast and object visibility such as street signs and road hazards while driving. SYLVANIA headlight bulbs are designed with safety in mind to prevent glare when installed properly by focusing light where you need it on the road.

Product Features:
  • DEPENDABLE: Designed and manufactured to improve your driving experience without compromising bulb life
  • MORE DOWNROAD VISIBILITY: XtraVision bulbs deliver more downroad light for improved visibility when compared to SYLVANIA Basic
  • EASY DIY INSTALLATION: A direct replacement for the factory bulbs in your vehicle, no modification required
  • SMART MAINTENANCE: Headlights dim over time, always replace bulbs in pairs to ensure equal brightness and color
  • PRO TIP: When changing your bulb, never touch the glass. Always use gloves or a clean shop towel to reduce the transfer of oils during install
  • SAFETY: Compliant with DOT regulations and SAE standards, SYLVANIA headlight bulbs are designed with safety in mind to prevent glare
  • TRUSTED BRAND: SYLVANIA is a trusted OEM automotive lighting manufacturer, with over 100 years of superior optical engineering experience
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Sylvania – 9005 Basic: Halogen Headlight Bulb, Basic Performance, 1 Pack (Part No.9005BP)

9005 Basic: Halogen Headlight Bulb, Basic Performance, 1 Pack

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$17.99
SYLVANIA Basic halogen headlight bulbs are designed to meet DOT regulations and SAE standards for performance and life. Made from high quality materials, they are designed to match the basic performance of your car or truck’s original bulb. SYLVANIA headlight bulbs are designed with safety in mind to prevent glare when installed properly by focusing light where you need it on the road.

Product Features:
  • DEPENDABLE: Made from high quality materials for long-lasting durability to improve your driving situation
  • OE QUALITY: Designed to match the basic performance of your vehicle’s original bulb
  • EASY DIY INSTALLATION: A direct replacement for the factory bulbs in your vehicle, no modification required
  • SMART MAINTENANCE: Headlights dim over time, always replace bulbs in pairs to ensure equal brightness and color
  • PRO TIP: When changing your bulb, never touch the glass. Always use gloves or a clean shop towel to reduce the transfer of oils during install
  • SAFETY: Compliant with DOT regulations and SAE standards, SYLVANIA headlight bulbs are designed with safety in mind to prevent glare
  • TRUSTED BRAND: SYLVANIA is a trusted OEM automotive lighting manufacturer, with over 100 years of superior optical engineering experience
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Dorman – 2 – Wire H8/H11 Harness Headlight Socket (Part No.84783)

2 - Wire H8/H11 Harness Headlight Socket

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$11.29
This replacement headlight socket matches the fit and terminal count of the original equipment socket for specified vehicles. Made of quality materials with corrosion-resistant contacts, this socket is designed for reliable service.

Product Features:
  • Ideal replacement – this headlight socket matches the fit and terminal count of the original equipment socket
  • Durable construction – made of quality materials with corrosion-resistant electrical contacts
  • Cost-effective solution – replaces only the damaged socket by splicing into existing vehicle wiring
  • Quality tested – this part has undergone testing to ensure a quality fit and long service life
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Dorman – High Temperature Socket 9005 Bulb (Part No.84792)

High Temperature Socket 9005 Bulb

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$17.29
This replacement headlight socket matches the fit and terminal count of the original equipment socket for specified vehicles. Made of quality materials with corrosion-resistant contacts, this socket is designed for reliable service.

Product Features:
  • Ideal replacement – this headlight socket matches the fit and terminal count of the original equipment socket
  • Durable construction – made of quality materials with corrosion-resistant electrical contacts
  • Cost-effective solution – replaces only the damaged socket by splicing into existing vehicle wiring
  • Quality tested – this part has undergone testing to ensure a quality fit and long service life
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Dorman – High Temperature Lighting Harness (Part No.645-993)

High Temperature Lighting Harness

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$22.99
Make better electrical repairs and accessory installations with this versatile and durable pigtail connector. It allows quick circuit disconnections for service, and is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Professional appearance – this electrical pigtail is designed for a clean, professional look when installed
  • Convenient solution – this pigtail connector allows the circuit to be quickly disconnected for service or occasional use
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Driveworks – Ignition Control Module (Part No.21040)

Ignition Control Module

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$41.05
Driveworks® offers a line of aftermarket parts and accessories that are commercially acceptable and competitively priced, which provides professional technicians and DIYers with an affordable alternative for repairs.

Product Features:
  • Direct-fit OE replacement ensures ease of installation
  • Designed to meet OE performance
  • As the leader in commercially acceptable parts, we provide professional technicians with the quality parts they need
  • As the leader in commercially acceptable parts, we provide professional technicians with the quality parts they need
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Carquest Premium – Headlight Wiring Harness (Part No.PTC3298)

Headlight Wiring Harness

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$66.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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Tech Smart – Headlight Wiring Harness (Part No.F90008)

Headlight Wiring Harness

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$19.99
Qualities that have made SMP an industry leader for more than 95 years, innovation, engineering expertise, superior quality, meticulous testing, unmatched customer service, competitive pricing, and brand integrity, are at the heart of every TechSmart part.

Product Features:
  • 14 gauge wire for better conductivity
  • Complete “plug & play” design plugs between the factory harness and new bulb for ease of installation
  • Can be used as a pigtail if the original connector is melted
  • High-temp connector prevents melting caused by high-intensity 9005 bulbs
  • Fiberglass wrapping prevents chafing
  • All TechSmart® parts meet or exceed OE performance, providing today’s technician with the quality parts needed to get the job done right, the first time
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Tech Smart – Headlight Wiring Harness (Part No.F90014)

Headlight Wiring Harness

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$17.05
Qualities that have made SMP an industry leader for more than 95 years, innovation, engineering expertise, superior quality, meticulous testing, unmatched customer service, competitive pricing, and brand integrity, are at the heart of every TechSmart part

Product Features:
  • All TechSmart headlight wiring harnesses are guaranteed to meet or exceed OE performance providing today’s technician with the quality parts needed to get the job done right, the first time
  • Each TechSmart® High Temperature Headlight Wiring Harness features 14 gauge wire for better conductivity
  • Each TechSmart® High Temperature Headlight Wiring Harnesses a complete “plug & play” unit that plugs right in between the factory harness and new bulb for ease of installation
  • Each TechSmart® High Temperature Headlight Wiring Harness can be used as a complete harness or pigtail if the original connector is melted
  • TechSmart’s F90014 high-temp design for H9 bulbs prevents the connector from melting when using high-intensity aftermarket light bulbs.
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Sylvania – H5001 XtraVision: Sealed Beam Headlight, Brighter Light, 1 Pack (Part No.H5001XVBX)

H5001 XtraVision: Sealed Beam Headlight, Brighter Light, 1 Pack

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$21.99
SYLVANIA XtraVision® sealed beam headlight bulbs are designed to improve your night-time driving experience without compromising on bulb life. XtraVison bulbs provide brighter light on the roadway to improve your visibility, when compared to SYLVANIA Basic bulbs. SYLVANIA headlight bulbs are designed with safety in mind to prevent glare when installed properly by focusing light where you need it on the road.

Product Features:
  • DEPENDABLE: Designed and manufactured to improve your driving experience without compromising bulb life
  • MORE DOWNROAD VISIBILITY: XtraVision bulbs deliver more downroad light for improved visibility when compared to SYLVANIA Basic
  • EASY DIY INSTALLATION: A direct replacement for the factory bulbs in your vehicle, no modification required
  • SMART MAINTENANCE: Headlights dim over time, always replace bulbs in pairs to ensure equal brightness and color
  • PRO TIP: When changing your bulb, never touch the glass. Always use gloves or a clean shop towel to reduce the transfer of oils during install
  • SAFETY: Compliant with DOT regulations and SAE standards, SYLVANIA headlight bulbs are designed with safety in mind to prevent glare
  • TRUSTED BRAND: SYLVANIA is a trusted OEM automotive lighting manufacturer, with over 100 years of superior optical engineering experience
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Sylvania – H4651 XtraVision: Sealed Beam Headlight, Brighter Light, 1 Pack (Part No.H4651XVBX)

H4651 XtraVision: Sealed Beam Headlight, Brighter Light, 1 Pack

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$21.99
SYLVANIA XtraVision® sealed beam headlight bulbs are designed to improve your night-time driving experience without compromising on bulb life. XtraVison bulbs provide brighter light on the roadway to improve your visibility, when compared to SYLVANIA Basic bulbs. SYLVANIA headlight bulbs are designed with safety in mind to prevent glare when installed properly by focusing light where you need it on the road.

Product Features:
  • DEPENDABLE: Designed and manufactured to improve your driving experience without compromising bulb life
  • MORE DOWNROAD VISIBILITY: XtraVision bulbs deliver more downroad light for improved visibility when compared to SYLVANIA Basic
  • EASY DIY INSTALLATION: A direct replacement for the factory bulbs in your vehicle, no modification required
  • SMART MAINTENANCE: Headlights dim over time, always replace bulbs in pairs to ensure equal brightness and color
  • PRO TIP: When changing your bulb, never touch the glass. Always use gloves or a clean shop towel to reduce the transfer of oils during install
  • SAFETY: Compliant with DOT regulations and SAE standards, SYLVANIA headlight bulbs are designed with safety in mind to prevent glare
  • TRUSTED BRAND: SYLVANIA is a trusted OEM automotive lighting manufacturer, with over 100 years of superior optical engineering experience
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Wagner Lighting – Sealed Beams – Halogen – Automotive (Part No.H5001)

Sealed Beams - Halogen - Automotive

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$14.99
Sealed Beams – Halogen – Automotive

Dorman – Help – Headlamp Mounting Kit (Part No.42437)

Headlamp Mounting Kit

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$75.99
This headlight bucket kit is designed to match the original parts required to replace the headlight bucket on specified vehicles. Made of quality components, this kit is engineered for reliable performance and durability.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this headlight bucket kit matches the original part and hardware required to replace the bucket on specified vehicles
  • Ideal solution – this kit is a reliable replacement for an original bucket and hardware that are damaged or missing
  • Durable construction – this kit is made from quality components to ensure reliable performance and a long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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KAI – Headlight Mount Panel (Part No.GM1221142C)

Headlight Mount Panel

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$74.99
New CAPA Certified Standard Replacement Driver Side Front Headlight Mounting Panel, Housing Support

Product Features:
  • Housing Support, Made Of High Strength Steel
  • Meets All Federal Motor Safety Standards
  • No Drilling Needed For Installation
  • No Modifications Needed For Installation
  • Direct Fit Replacement For Your Vehicle
  • Same Form Fit And Function As OE
  • Check Out The Large Selection Of Parts Available For Your Vehicle
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KAI – Headlight Mount Panel (Part No.GM1221142)

Headlight Mount Panel

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$21.99
New Standard Replacement Driver Side Front Headlight Mounting Panel, Housing Support

Product Features:
  • Housing Support, Made Of High Strength Steel
  • Meets All Federal Motor Safety Standards
  • No Drilling Needed For Installation
  • No Modifications Needed For Installation
  • Direct Fit Replacement For Your Vehicle
  • Same Form Fit And Function As OE
  • Check Out The Large Selection Of Parts Available For Your Vehicle
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KAI – Headlight Mount Panel (Part No.GM1221143)

Headlight Mount Panel

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$20.49
New Standard Replacement Passenger Side Front Headlight Mounting Panel, Housing Support

Product Features:
  • Housing Support, Made Of High Strength Steel
  • Meets All Federal Motor Safety Standards
  • No Drilling Needed For Installation
  • No Modifications Needed For Installation
  • Direct Fit Replacement For Your Vehicle
  • Same Form Fit And Function As OE
  • Check Out The Large Selection Of Parts Available For Your Vehicle
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TYC Genera – TYC / Genera Headlight Assembly (Part No.P8000393797TYC)

TYC / Genera Headlight Assembly

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$144.14
NSF CERTIFIED parts bear the seal of the National Sanitation Foundation guaranteeing fit and quality equal to original equipment. These parts may be required if your insurance company is paying for the repair. Due to precision design and exacting quality control standards, TYC replacement lamps meet SAE/DOT regulations, and are FMVSS 108 compliant. TYC NSF certified lamps further validates the quality through third party, NSF, certification. NSF certified lamps are accepted by many major insurance companies as an acceptable replacement for original equipment parts. Each TYC replacement lamp is manufactured with similar plastics materials as the original equipment and undergo rigorous testing to ensure your safely during day and night use. Your vehicle’s lamps are an essential part of your vehicle’s safety features, and can mean the difference between getting into or avoiding an accident.

Product Features:
  • OE-comparable harness
  • OE-comparable mounting provisions ensure drop-in precise fitment
  • Rigorous and accelerated cycling tests to ensure product service quality and durability
  • Special coating on the lens surface prevents hazing and fading ensuring proper illumination and operational safety
  • Meet or exceed DOT/SAE standards with particular consideration for photometric and safety compliance
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Osram/Sylvania – 9005 Basic Halogen Headlight Bulb, (Pack of 1) (Part No.P804022378OSR)

9005 Basic Halogen Headlight Bulb, (Pack of 1)

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$10.28
The SYLVANIA Basic Halogen Headlight Bulb is designed to meet DOT regulations for performance and life. This bulb is legal for on road use and provides easy installation as a direct replacement bulb. SYLVANIA lamps are made from high quality material for long lasting durability.

Product Features:
  • Dependable light source to meet DOT regulations
  • Made from high quality material for long lasting durability
  • Produced by a trusted OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) light source supplier
  • Easy installation as a direct replacement bulb
  • Legal for on road use
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Rampage – Halogen Headlight Conversion Kit, 200mm Rectangular Assemblies, H4 55/60W Bulbs, Pair (Part No.5089927)

Halogen Headlight Conversion Kit, 200mm Rectangular Assemblies, H4 55/60W Bulbs, Pair

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$171.99
Halogen conversion headlight kit, advanced multi surface reflector and clear Glass lens, produces 60% more luminous beam than conventional OEM sealed beam headlamps. Durable die cast aluminum reflector for more reliable quality and improved beam output. SAE/DOT approved for street legal use, includes replaceable H4, 12V street legal 55/60 watt bulbs and will also accept off road bulbs up to 130 watts. Easy install for all replacement factory 7-inch round or 200mm rectangle headlamps. Compatible with most factory harnesses and hardware and for most street applications (50/60w). Lighting upgrade for most factory sealed beam applications -autos, trucks, SUV’s, motorcycles, vintage vehicles and hot rods.

Product Features:
  • Multi Surface Reflectors and Clear Glass Lens
  • Die Cast Aluminum Housing Quickly Dissipates Heat
  • Produces A Sixty Percent More Luminous Beam
  • Complex Reflector For Wider/Longer Beam Pattern
  • Sold In Pairs
  • Compatible With Most Factory Harnesses
  • SAE/DOT Approved
  • Cast Housing
  • Clear Glass Lens
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Dorman – Help – Headlamp Adjusting Screws (Part No.42161)

Headlamp Adjusting Screws

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$6.79
This headlight adjusting screw is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this headlight adjusting screw matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this screw is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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1981 Chevrolet Malibu Headlights

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1981 Chevrolet Malibu. Maybe you just need a couple of Headlights. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 15 different Headlights in our inventory ranging from $2.99 to $279.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1981 Chevrolet Malibu running smoothly.

Headlights are only as good as their brand. We stock 8 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1981 Chevrolet Malibu. Sylvania, Dorman, and Carquest are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!

We know you’ll find the perfect Headlights for your 1981 Chevrolet Malibu, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 4,113 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include New Standard Replacement Driver Or Passenger Side Headlight Sealed Beam with 1.0 stars and Headlamp Mounting Kit with 3.0 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Headlights to keep your 1981 Chevrolet Malibu rolling for years to come, look no further. Shop online and have your products shipped direct to your door, or pick up at the nearest Advance Auto Parts location today!

Headlights Brands To Make Your 1981 Chevrolet Malibu Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1981 Chevrolet Malibu demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Headlights make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Malibu the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Headlights brands and parts.

Popular Sylvania Headlights

We carry Sylvania parts in our stock across Hi Beam Indicator Bulbs and Dual Beam Headlight Bulbs categories, plus more. For a 1981 Chevrolet Malibu, our most popular Sylvania Headlights include:
161 Long Life: Mini Bulb, Standard Performance, 2 Pack
from $6.99
(29)
161 Long Life: Mini Bulb, Standard Performance, 2 Pack
Hi Beam Indicator Bulbs
194 Long Life: Mini Bulb, Standard Performance, 2 Pack
from $7.99
(205)
194 Long Life: Mini Bulb, Standard Performance, 2 Pack
Hi Beam Indicator Bulbs

FAQs for 1981 Chevrolet Malibu Headlights

What are the most purchased Headlights for the 1981 Chevrolet Malibu?

Out of 15 Headlights for the 1981 Chevrolet Malibu, the most popular in our inventory are:
High Temperature Headlamp Standard Socket
from $17.99
(21)
High Temperature Headlamp Standard Socket
Headlamp Sockets
Hazard Warning Flasher Connector
from $10.05
This product is not rated
Hazard Warning Flasher Connector
Headlamp Sockets
Headlamp Adjusting Screws
from $6.79
This product is not rated
Headlamp Adjusting Screws
Headlight Adjusting Screws

What are the top-rated 1981 Chevrolet Malibu Headlights?

Top-rated Headlights for your 1981 Chevrolet Malibu based on customer reviews/ratings are:
New Standard Replacement Driver Or Passenger Side Headlight Sealed Beam
from $59.99
(2)
New Standard Replacement Driver Or Passenger Side Headlight Sealed Beam
“1) The bucket housing is manufactured too deep (.5 in. deeper than an OEM). This causes the headlight to not sit flat in the body opening, even with ”
Headlamp Mounting Kit
from $75.99
(1)
Headlamp Mounting Kit
“The Dorman headlamp bucket has a issue where the headlamp adjuster fits in bucket!”