1981 Ford LTD Gear Shifters and Cables

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Keep Your 1981 Ford LTD in Top Shape with Quality Gear Shifters and Cables

Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Gear Shifters and Cable, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1981 Ford LTD looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Gear Shift Lever Bushing and Gear Shift Levers. Whether you’re replacing a damaged part or enhancing your truck’s style and protection, you’ll find exactly what you need to get the job done right.

Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory

The average price for a 1981 Ford LTD Gear Shifters and Cable at Advance Auto Parts is around $224.52, with a range that starts at $5.49 and goes up to $614.99. With 5 options in stock from 2 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like Automatic Shifter Bushing – O.D. 0.525 In.; I.D. 0.240 In.; Length 0.490 In., Automatic Shifter, Quicksilver 4 Speed, and Automatic Shifter, Pro Ratchet 3 and 4 Speed start at just $5.49 and offer a great balance of form and function.

Essential 1981 Ford LTD Gear Shifters and Cables

B & M – Automatic Shifter, Megashifter-Right Hand Drive (Part No.80685)

Automatic Shifter, Megashifter-Right Hand Drive

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$528.99
The B&M Megashifter has it all, form, function and classic style. This all adds up to bring you a quality shifter that’s been one of the most popular automatic shifters of all time. The light truck Megashifter is better suited for truck and bench seat app

Product Features:
  • Universal Floor Mount Application
  • Cable Operated
  • Quick Installation
  • Accurate Shifting
  • NHRA/IHRA Reverse Lockout Meets Requirements
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B & M – Bracket and Lever Kit (Part No.40497)

Bracket and Lever Kit

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$52.99
Bracket and Lever Kit for Ford C6 automatic transmissions.

Product Features:
  • Incl. Cable Bracket/Shift Lever/Spacers
  • Incl. Swivel/Cotter Pin/Nut/Bolt
  • Natural Finish
  • Sold as a kit
  • Replacement parts
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B & M – Transmission Lever (Part No.40461)

Transmission Lever

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$32.99
Trans Lever for Ford C6 and C4 automatic transmissions.

Product Features:
  • Shifter Service Parts
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B & M – Bracket and Lever Kit For Ford AOD (Part No.40496)

Bracket and Lever Kit For Ford AOD

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$134.99
The B&M Bracket and Lever kit for your Ford AOD transmissions

Product Features:
  • Incl. Cable Bracket/Shift Lever/Spacers
  • Incl. Swivel/Cotter Pin/Nut/Bolt
  • Natural Finish
  • Sold as a kit
  • Replacement parts
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B & M – Bracket and Lever Kit (Part No.50498)

Bracket and Lever Kit

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$50.99
Bracket and Lever Kit APPLICATION: For Ford C4 transmissions.

Product Features:
  • Incl. Cable Bracket/Shift Lever/Spacers
  • Incl. Swivel/Cotter Pin/Nut/Bolt/Selector Shaft
  • Natural Finish
  • Sold as a kit
  • Fits C4 transmissions
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B & M – Automatic Shifter, Quicksilver 4 Speed (Part No.80683)

Automatic Shifter, Quicksilver 4 Speed

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$499.99
The B&M Quicksilver features a ratcheting action for positive shifts, Chrome Knob, neutral safety switch, NHRA/IHRA approved Reverse Lockout. Fits Most 3 and 4 speeds.

Product Features:
  • Universal Floor Mount Application
  • Base Trimmed For Custom Fit
  • Cable Operated
  • Quick Installation
  • Accurate Shifting
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B & M – Automatic Shifter, Pro Ratchet 3 and 4 Speed (Part No.80842)

Automatic Shifter, Pro Ratchet 3 and 4 Speed

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$459.99
The Pro Ratchet shifter is one of our most popular and easiest to operate race shifters. Features include positive ratcheting design that self-centers the handle after each shift giving you maximum clearance behind the shifter and will not allow you to mi

Product Features:
  • Single Hand Operated Reverse Lockout
  • Reverse Lockout Meets NHRA And IHRA Requirements
  • Quick And Easy To Operate
  • Stick Always Returns To Center Position
  • Easiest Unit To Double Shift w/Air/CO2/Electric Mech
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B & M – Automatic Shifter, Unimatic Shifter (Part No.80775)

Automatic Shifter, Unimatic Shifter

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$306.99
The B&M Unimatic is an ideal replacement for column shift vehicles, includes neutral safety switch, 5 foot cable and a boot and plate.

Product Features:
  • Ideal As Column Shift Replacement
  • Includes Neutral Safety Switch
  • Includes Black T-Handle
  • Backup Light Not Available
  • Includes 5 ft. Cable and Hardware
  • Includes Boot and Plate
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B & M – Automatic Shifter, Magnum Grip Pro Stick with Cover (Part No.81040)

Automatic Shifter, Magnum Grip Pro Stick with Cover

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$614.99
The Magnum Grip Pro Stick shifter delivers rock-solid performance, mixed with clean design cues and compact size. This is why you see so many Pro Stick shifters at the race track. We start off with a heavy duty steel base with a hardened steel gate plate

Product Features:
  • All One-Handed
  • NHRA/IHRA Reverse Lockout Meets Requirements
  • Mount Directly To Floor/Chassis/Or w/Quick Release
  • Ultimate For Powerglide Applications
  • Lightweight Brushed Alum. Cover
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Dorman – Help – Automatic Shifter Bushing – O.D. 0.525 In.; I.D. 0.240 In.; Length 0.490 In. (Part No.74040)

Automatic Shifter Bushing - O.D. 0.525 In.; I.D. 0.240 In.; Length 0.490 In.

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$5.49
These replacement automatic transmission shift lever control rod bushings have been made to match the function and performance of the original bushings on select vehicle years, makes and models.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – these replacement auto trans shift lever control rod bushings match the original equipment design on specified vehicles
  • Conveniently fix- simple solution to address worn bushings and restore original performance and feel
  • Application specific – reverse engineered from the original design on certain vehicle years, makes and models
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of engineers and quality specialists in the United States
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Most Popular Gear Shift Lever Bushing for 1981 Ford LTDs

Enhance your 1981 Ford LTD with this popular Gear Shift Lever Bushing we have in stock, for $5.49.

Dorman – Help – Automatic Shifter Bushing – O.D. 0.525 In.; I.D. 0.240 In.; Length 0.490 In. (Part No.74040)

Automatic Shifter Bushing - O.D. 0.525 In.; I.D. 0.240 In.; Length 0.490 In.

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$5.49
These replacement automatic transmission shift lever control rod bushings have been made to match the function and performance of the original bushings on select vehicle years, makes and models.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – these replacement auto trans shift lever control rod bushings match the original equipment design on specified vehicles
  • Conveniently fix- simple solution to address worn bushings and restore original performance and feel
  • Application specific – reverse engineered from the original design on certain vehicle years, makes and models
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of engineers and quality specialists in the United States
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Best-Selling 1981 Ford LTD Gear Shift Levers

Upgrade your LTD with one of our 4 best-selling Gear Shift Levers.

B & M – Automatic Shifter, Quicksilver 4 Speed (Part No.80683)

Automatic Shifter, Quicksilver 4 Speed

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$499.99
The B&M Quicksilver features a ratcheting action for positive shifts, Chrome Knob, neutral safety switch, NHRA/IHRA approved Reverse Lockout. Fits Most 3 and 4 speeds.

Product Features:
  • Universal Floor Mount Application
  • Base Trimmed For Custom Fit
  • Cable Operated
  • Quick Installation
  • Accurate Shifting
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B & M – Automatic Shifter, Magnum Grip Pro Stick with Cover (Part No.81040)

Automatic Shifter, Magnum Grip Pro Stick with Cover

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$614.99
The Magnum Grip Pro Stick shifter delivers rock-solid performance, mixed with clean design cues and compact size. This is why you see so many Pro Stick shifters at the race track. We start off with a heavy duty steel base with a hardened steel gate plate

Product Features:
  • All One-Handed
  • NHRA/IHRA Reverse Lockout Meets Requirements
  • Mount Directly To Floor/Chassis/Or w/Quick Release
  • Ultimate For Powerglide Applications
  • Lightweight Brushed Alum. Cover
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B & M – Automatic Shifter, Pro Ratchet 3 and 4 Speed (Part No.80842)

Automatic Shifter, Pro Ratchet 3 and 4 Speed

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$459.99
The Pro Ratchet shifter is one of our most popular and easiest to operate race shifters. Features include positive ratcheting design that self-centers the handle after each shift giving you maximum clearance behind the shifter and will not allow you to mi

Product Features:
  • Single Hand Operated Reverse Lockout
  • Reverse Lockout Meets NHRA And IHRA Requirements
  • Quick And Easy To Operate
  • Stick Always Returns To Center Position
  • Easiest Unit To Double Shift w/Air/CO2/Electric Mech
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B & M – Bracket and Lever Kit For Ford AOD (Part No.40496)

Bracket and Lever Kit For Ford AOD

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$134.99
The B&M Bracket and Lever kit for your Ford AOD transmissions

Product Features:
  • Incl. Cable Bracket/Shift Lever/Spacers
  • Incl. Swivel/Cotter Pin/Nut/Bolt
  • Natural Finish
  • Sold as a kit
  • Replacement parts
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FAQs for 1981 Ford LTD Gear Shifters and Cables

What are the best-selling Gear Shifters and Cables for 1981 Ford LTDs?

Out of 5 Gear Shifters and Cables that fit 1981 Ford LTDs, the following parts are the top sellers:

What’s the price range for 1981 Ford LTD Gear Shifters and Cables?

The prices of Gear Shifters and Cables for the 1981 Ford LTD range from $5.49 up to $614.99 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of a Gear Shifters and Cable for a 1981 Ford LTD?

The average price for Gear Shifters and Cables for the 1981 Ford LTD is $224.52. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Gear Shifters and Cable category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Gear Shifters and Cables for other Ford LTD model years?

Yes, we carry Gear Shifters and Cables for 25 model years of Ford LTDs between 1965 and 1991. The following model years are the most popular for Gear Shifters and Cable purchases: 1991, 1990, 1989, 1988, 1987, 1986, 1985, 1984, and 1983.

What are the cheapest Gear Shifters and Cables for my 1981 Ford LTD?

The cheapest 1981 Ford LTD Gear Shifters and Cables we carry are:

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Gear Shifters and Cables for any other 1981 Ford models?

What types of Gear Shifters and Cables do you sell for my 1981 Ford LTD?

As of 3/1/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Gear Shifters and Cables for a 1981 Ford LTD:

Can I get help with 1981 Ford LTD Gear Shifters and Cable orders?

Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Ford Gear Shifters and Cables and more.

What is your return policy for Ford LTD Gear Shifters and Cables?

Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Ford LTD Gear Shifters and Cables and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.