1981 Ford Mustang Electrical Motors

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Keep Your 1981 Ford Mustang in Top Shape with Quality Electrical Motors

Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Electrical Motor, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1981 Ford Mustang looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Window Lift Motors. 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 Mustang Electrical Motor at Advance Auto Parts is around $55.49, with a range that starts at $54.99 and goes up to $55.99. With 2 options in stock from one trusted brand, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like Power Window Lift Motor and Power Window Lift Motor start at just $54.99 and offer a great balance of form and function.

Explore Related Parts

While you’re upgrading or replacing your Electrical Motor, don’t forget to check out other key components like Electrical Connectors and Exterior Wiring Harnesses. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1981 Ford Mustang in peak condition, inside and out.

Essential 1981 Ford Mustang Electrical Motors

Dorman – Quarter Window Regulator & Motor Assembly: Power, 1 Pack (Part No.751-101)

Quarter Window Regulator & Motor Assembly: Power, 1 Pack

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$202.99
This power window regulator and motor assembly is designed to match the performance of the original equipment assembly on specified vehicle makes, models and years. When a factory assembly fails from damage, fatigue or collision impact, this assembly is engineered to help restore original equipment functionality.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this power window regulator and motor assembly is designed to match the performance of the original equipment assembly on specified vehicle makes, models and years
  • Ideal solution – when a factory assembly fails, this replacement is engineered to help restore original equipment functionality
  • Durable construction – designed and manufactured to strict specifications for reliable performance
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by a team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Dorman – Power Window Lift Motor (Part No.742-278)

Power Window Lift Motor

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$78.99
When an original equipment power window regulator smart motor malfunctions on certain vehicles, it’s often due to an electronic failure. Replacing it with the same motor design may invite similar future issues and repairs. This Dorman OE FIX smart motor features upgraded electronics for greater processing power, faster response times and better protection against voltage spikes, heat-related failures and motor stall conditions. To help extend service life, its printed circuit board (PCB) is coated with a special resin that resists moisture, dust and other contaminants. Proprietary software ensures a seamless installation and simple calibration, with no special tools or skills required. When a factory smart motor has failed due to damage, normal wear and tear or collision impact, this upgraded replacement is designed to help restore all original equipment functionality, and has been tested to meet federal motor vehicle anti-pinch standards.

Product Features:
  • Improved design – this smart motor features upgraded electronics and PCB protection for higher performance and protection against voltage spikes, heat-related failures and motor stall conditions
  • Ideal solution – when a factory smart motor fails, this replacement is engineered and tested to meet federal motor vehicle anti-pinch standards and help restore original equipment functionality
  • Seamless installation – features proprietary software that helps ensure fast and simple calibration, with no special tools or skills required
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by a team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Dorman – Power Window Lift Motor (Part No.742-267)

Power Window Lift Motor

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$55.99
This power window regulator motor is designed to match the performance of the original equipment motor on specified vehicle makes, models and years. When a factory motor fails from damage, fatigue or collision impact, this motor is engineered to help restore original equipment functionality.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this power window motor is designed to match the performance of the original equipment motor on specified vehicle makes, models and years
  • Ideal solution – when a factory motor fails, this motor is engineered and tested to help restore original equipment functionality
  • Durable construction – designed and manufactured to strict specifications for reliable performance
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by a team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Dorman – Power Window Lift Motor (Part No.742-250)

Power Window Lift Motor

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$57.99
This power window regulator motor is designed to match the performance of the original equipment motor on specified vehicle makes, models and years. When a factory motor fails from damage, fatigue or collision impact, this motor is engineered to help restore original equipment functionality.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this power window motor is designed to match the performance of the original equipment motor on specified vehicle makes, models and years
  • Ideal solution – when a factory motor fails, this motor is engineered and tested to help restore original equipment functionality
  • Durable construction – designed and manufactured to strict specifications for reliable performance
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by a team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Dorman – Power Window Lift Motor (Part No.742-249)

Power Window Lift Motor

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$61.99
This power window regulator motor is designed to match the performance of the original equipment motor on specified vehicle makes, models and years. When a factory motor fails from damage, fatigue or collision impact, this motor is engineered to help restore original equipment functionality.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this power window motor is designed to match the performance of the original equipment motor on specified vehicle makes, models and years
  • Ideal solution – when a factory motor fails, this motor is engineered and tested to help restore original equipment functionality
  • Durable construction – designed and manufactured to strict specifications for reliable performance
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by a team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Dorman – Power Window Lift Motor (Part No.742-574)

Power Window Lift Motor

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$108.99
When an original equipment power window regulator smart motor malfunctions on certain vehicles, it’s often due to an electronic failure. Replacing it with the same motor design may invite similar future issues and repairs. This Dorman OE FIX smart motor features upgraded electronics for greater processing power, faster response times and better protection against voltage spikes, heat-related failures and motor stall conditions. To help extend service life, its printed circuit board (PCB) is coated with a special resin that resists moisture, dust and other contaminants. Proprietary software ensures a seamless installation and simple calibration, with no special tools or skills required. When a factory smart motor has failed due to damage, normal wear and tear or collision impact, this upgraded replacement is designed to help restore all original equipment functionality, and has been tested to meet federal motor vehicle anti-pinch standards.

Product Features:
  • Improved design – this smart motor features upgraded electronics and PCB protection for higher performance and protection against voltage spikes, heat-related failures and motor stall conditions
  • Ideal solution – when a factory smart motor fails, this replacement is engineered and tested to meet federal motor vehicle anti-pinch standards and help restore original equipment functionality
  • Seamless installation – features proprietary software that helps ensure fast and simple calibration, with no special tools or skills required
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by a team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Dorman – Power Window Lift Motor (Part No.742-269)

Power Window Lift Motor

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$73.99
This power window regulator motor is designed to match the performance of the original equipment motor on specified vehicle makes, models and years. When a factory motor fails from damage, fatigue or collision impact, this motor is engineered to help restore original equipment functionality.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this power window motor is designed to match the performance of the original equipment motor on specified vehicle makes, models and years
  • Ideal solution – when a factory motor fails, this motor is engineered and tested to help restore original equipment functionality
  • Durable construction – designed and manufactured to strict specifications for reliable performance
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by a team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Dorman – Power Window Lift Motor (Part No.742-266)

Power Window Lift Motor

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$54.99
This power window regulator motor is designed to match the performance of the original equipment motor on specified vehicle makes, models and years. When a factory motor fails from damage, fatigue or collision impact, this motor is engineered to help restore original equipment functionality.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this power window motor is designed to match the performance of the original equipment motor on specified vehicle makes, models and years
  • Ideal solution – when a factory motor fails, this motor is engineered and tested to help restore original equipment functionality
  • Durable construction – designed and manufactured to strict specifications for reliable performance
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by a team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Dorman – Power Window Lift Motor (Part No.742-279)

Power Window Lift Motor

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$88.99
When an original equipment power window regulator smart motor malfunctions on certain vehicles, it’s often due to an electronic failure. Replacing it with the same motor design may invite similar future issues and repairs. This Dorman OE FIX smart motor features upgraded electronics for greater processing power, faster response times and better protection against voltage spikes, heat-related failures and motor stall conditions. To help extend service life, its printed circuit board (PCB) is coated with a special resin that resists moisture, dust and other contaminants. Proprietary software ensures a seamless installation and simple calibration, with no special tools or skills required. When a factory smart motor has failed due to damage, normal wear and tear or collision impact, this upgraded replacement is designed to help restore all original equipment functionality, and has been tested to meet federal motor vehicle anti-pinch standards.

Product Features:
  • Improved design – this smart motor features upgraded electronics and PCB protection for higher performance and protection against voltage spikes, heat-related failures and motor stall conditions
  • Ideal solution – when a factory smart motor fails, this replacement is engineered and tested to meet federal motor vehicle anti-pinch standards and help restore original equipment functionality
  • Seamless installation – features proprietary software that helps ensure fast and simple calibration, with no special tools or skills required
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by a team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Dorman – Power Window Lift Motor (Part No.742-248)

Power Window Lift Motor

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$73.99
This power window regulator motor is designed to match the performance of the original equipment motor on specified vehicle makes, models and years. When a factory motor fails from damage, fatigue or collision impact, this motor is engineered to help restore original equipment functionality.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this power window motor is designed to match the performance of the original equipment motor on specified vehicle makes, models and years
  • Ideal solution – when a factory motor fails, this motor is engineered and tested to help restore original equipment functionality
  • Durable construction – designed and manufactured to strict specifications for reliable performance
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by a team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Dorman – Power Window Lift Motor (Part No.742-268)

Power Window Lift Motor

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$61.99
This power window regulator motor is designed to match the performance of the original equipment motor on specified vehicle makes, models and years. When a factory motor fails from damage, fatigue or collision impact, this motor is engineered to help restore original equipment functionality.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this power window motor is designed to match the performance of the original equipment motor on specified vehicle makes, models and years
  • Ideal solution – when a factory motor fails, this motor is engineered and tested to help restore original equipment functionality
  • Durable construction – designed and manufactured to strict specifications for reliable performance
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by a team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Most Popular Window Lift Motors for 1981 Ford Mustangs

Enhance your 1981 Ford Mustang with one of the 2 Window Lift Motors we have in stock, starting at just $54.99.

Dorman – Power Window Lift Motor (Part No.742-266)

Power Window Lift Motor

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$54.99
This power window regulator motor is designed to match the performance of the original equipment motor on specified vehicle makes, models and years. When a factory motor fails from damage, fatigue or collision impact, this motor is engineered to help restore original equipment functionality.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this power window motor is designed to match the performance of the original equipment motor on specified vehicle makes, models and years
  • Ideal solution – when a factory motor fails, this motor is engineered and tested to help restore original equipment functionality
  • Durable construction – designed and manufactured to strict specifications for reliable performance
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by a team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Dorman – Power Window Lift Motor (Part No.742-267)

Power Window Lift Motor

from

$55.99
This power window regulator motor is designed to match the performance of the original equipment motor on specified vehicle makes, models and years. When a factory motor fails from damage, fatigue or collision impact, this motor is engineered to help restore original equipment functionality.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this power window motor is designed to match the performance of the original equipment motor on specified vehicle makes, models and years
  • Ideal solution – when a factory motor fails, this motor is engineered and tested to help restore original equipment functionality
  • Durable construction – designed and manufactured to strict specifications for reliable performance
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by a team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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FAQs for 1981 Ford Mustang Electrical Motors

What are the best-selling Electrical Motors for 1981 Ford Mustangs?

Out of 2 Electrical Motors that fit 1981 Ford Mustangs, the following parts are the top sellers:

What’s the price range for 1981 Ford Mustang Electrical Motors?

The prices of Electrical Motors for the 1981 Ford Mustang range from $54.99 up to $55.99 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of an Electrical Motor for a 1981 Ford Mustang?

The average price for Electrical Motors for the 1981 Ford Mustang is $55.49. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Electrical Motor category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Electrical Motors for other Ford Mustang model years?

Yes, we carry Electrical Motors for 44 model years of Ford Mustangs between 1971 and 2023. The following model years are the most popular for Electrical Motor purchases: 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, and 2006.

What are the cheapest Electrical Motors for my 1981 Ford Mustang?

The cheapest 1981 Ford Mustang Electrical Motors we carry are:

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Electrical Motors for any other 1981 Ford models?

What types of Electrical Motors do you sell for my 1981 Ford Mustang?

We currently have just 1 Electrical Motor in stock for a 1981 Ford Mustang, and as of 6/2/26, it is a Window Lift Motor.

Can I get help with 1981 Ford Mustang Electrical Motor orders?

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

What is your return policy for Ford Mustang Electrical Motors?

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