1981 Mercury Capri Performance Transmissions

Keep Your 1981 Mercury Capri in Top Shape with Quality Performance Transmissions

Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Performance Transmission, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1981 Mercury Capri looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Transmission Shift Kits and Performance Engine and Transmission Mounts. 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 Mercury Capri Performance Transmission at Advance Auto Parts is around $102.49, with a range that starts at $54.99 and goes up to $149.99. With 2 options in stock from 2 trusted brands, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like Transmission Mount and Transpak start at just $54.99 and offer a great balance of form and function.

Explore Related Parts

While you’re upgrading or replacing your Performance Transmission, don’t forget to check out other key components like Performance Distributors and Performance Ignition Products. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1981 Mercury Capri in peak condition, inside and out.

Essential 1981 Mercury Capri Performance Transmissions

Energy Suspension – Motor and Transmission Mount (Part No.4.1124R)

Motor and Transmission Mount

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$309.99
Product Features:
  • Re-Engineered to Handle High Horsepower
  • Outlasts Rubber
  • Virtually Indestructible
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Energy Suspension – Transmission Mount (Part No.4.1104G)

Transmission Mount

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$54.99
A true performance application component for cars, trucks, hot rods, racing/competition, yet popularly used for street vehicles when more horsepower is added. Soft running enough to absorb vibrations for street use yet rugged for racing use. Helps control torque on high performance vehicles. Maintains proper drive shaft angle to help prevent early wear and unexpected power train damage. Replaces the original, short lived and typically too-soft rubber mounts and outdates those hard-running metal transmission mounts. Resistant to under vehicle fluid oils, coolants and road contaminants. Made of Energy’s Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane and heavy duty hardware – for added durability.

Product Features:
  • Unique Safety Interlock Design
  • Impervious to Vehicle Oils and Chemicals
  • Strong Enough Too Handle High Performance
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Energy Suspension – Motor Mount (Part No.4.1122G)

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$244.99
A true performance application component for cars, trucks, hot rods and racing/competition vehicles – yet designed to be also used for street vehicles. Soft-running enough to absorb vibrations for street use yet rugged for racing use. When required- a torque resistant safety interlock design is used that is comparable in strength to those too hard-running metal mounts. Replaces the original, short lived and typically too-soft rubber mounts and outdates those hard-running metal motor mounts. The popular early style mounts for General Motors vehicles are available in either zinc or chrome metal finishes. Made of Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane. Resistant to under vehicle fluids such as: oils, coolants, road contaminants, etc.

Product Features:
  • Gains Both Performance and Longevity
  • Will Handle Any and All Torque
  • Out Lasts Rubber
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B & M – Transmission Shift Kit (Part No.40227)

Transmission Shift Kit

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$208.99
Transpak – Ford, Lincoln, Mercury – 1980 to 1992 AOD (excludes 1992 and later with electronic shift). Recalibrate your automatic transmission for optimum performance. Select the mode that best suits your application. Improves transmission life. Transmission removal not required. The next step up from the Shift Improver Kit is the Transpak. It has all the features in the Shift Improver Kit plus it provides additional driver manual control (GM TH-400, 350, Ford C-6 and Chrysler Torqueflite only). Most stock automatic transmissions won’t downshift into low gear above 15 mph, and automatically upshift at a predetermined speed no matter what gear you’re in. With the Transpak, you can downshift at any speed, and you can hold the transmission in first gear to any speed that you want! This is an asset when you’ve got a modified engine, and you want additional RPMs, or you’re towing a trailer or driving heavy loads downhill. Stage 1 Heavy Duty – For street rods, normal passenger vehicles or other heavy duty use. Firmer shift feel but not harsh. Improves transmission performance and life dramatically without loss of comfort. Normal automatic operation when in Drive. Stage 2 Hi-Performance Street – For full performance street use. Essentially the same as Heavy Duty mode except shift is much quicker. Retain full automatic features and standard shift points with selector in Drive.

Product Features:
  • Recalibrate Auto. Transmission
  • Optimum Performance
  • Select Your App. Mode
  • Improves Transmission Life
  • Trans. Removal Not Required
  • Downshift At Any Speed
  • Great For Trailer Towing
  • For Heavy Loads Driving Downhill
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B & M – Transpak (Part No.50229)

Transpak

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$149.99
Transpak – 1970 to 1982 Ford, Lincoln, Mercury C4 Recalibrate your automatic transmission for optimum performance Select the mode that best suits your application Improves transmission life Transmission removal not required APPLICATION: 1970 to 1982 Ford,

Product Features:
  • Recalibrate Auto. Transmission
  • Optimum Performance
  • Select Your App. Mode
  • Improves Transmission Life
  • Trans. Removal Not Required
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Most Popular Performance Transmission Shift Kit for 1981 Mercury Capris

Enhance your 1981 Mercury Capri with this popular Performance Transmission Shift Kit we have in stock, for $149.99.

B & M – Transpak (Part No.50229)

Transpak

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$149.99
Transpak – 1970 to 1982 Ford, Lincoln, Mercury C4 Recalibrate your automatic transmission for optimum performance Select the mode that best suits your application Improves transmission life Transmission removal not required APPLICATION: 1970 to 1982 Ford,

Product Features:
  • Recalibrate Auto. Transmission
  • Optimum Performance
  • Select Your App. Mode
  • Improves Transmission Life
  • Trans. Removal Not Required
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Best-Selling 1981 Mercury Capri Performance Engine and Transmission Mount

Upgrade your Capri with our best-selling Performance Engine and Transmission Mount.

Energy Suspension – Transmission Mount (Part No.4.1104G)

Transmission Mount

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$54.99
A true performance application component for cars, trucks, hot rods, racing/competition, yet popularly used for street vehicles when more horsepower is added. Soft running enough to absorb vibrations for street use yet rugged for racing use. Helps control torque on high performance vehicles. Maintains proper drive shaft angle to help prevent early wear and unexpected power train damage. Replaces the original, short lived and typically too-soft rubber mounts and outdates those hard-running metal transmission mounts. Resistant to under vehicle fluid oils, coolants and road contaminants. Made of Energy’s Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane and heavy duty hardware – for added durability.

Product Features:
  • Unique Safety Interlock Design
  • Impervious to Vehicle Oils and Chemicals
  • Strong Enough Too Handle High Performance
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FAQs for 1981 Mercury Capri Performance Transmissions

What are the best-selling Performance Transmissions for 1981 Mercury Capris?

Out of 2 Performance Transmissions that fit 1981 Mercury Capris, the following parts are the top sellers:

What’s the price range for 1981 Mercury Capri Performance Transmissions?

The prices of Performance Transmissions for the 1981 Mercury Capri range from $54.99 up to $149.99 for the most premium parts.

What is the average price of a Performance Transmission for a 1981 Mercury Capri?

The average price for Performance Transmissions for the 1981 Mercury Capri is $102.49. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Performance Transmission category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Transmissions for other Mercury Capri model years?

Yes, we carry Performance Transmissions for 13 model years of Mercury Capris between 1971 and 1986. The following model years are the most popular for Performance Transmission purchases: 1986, 1985, 1984, 1983, 1982, 1980, 1979, 1972, and 1974.

What are the cheapest Performance Transmissions for my 1981 Mercury Capri?

The cheapest 1981 Mercury Capri Performance Transmissions we carry are:

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Transmissions for any other 1981 Mercury models?

Yes. We stock Performance Transmissions for 3 other popular 1981 Mercury models. Some of the most popular are 1981 Cougar Performance Transmissions, 1981 Grand Marquis Performance Transmissions, 1981 Marquis Performance Transmissions, and 1981 Zephyr Performance Transmissions.

What types of Performance Transmissions do you sell for my 1981 Mercury Capri?

As of 11/2/25, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Transmissions for a 1981 Mercury Capri:

Can I get help with 1981 Mercury Capri Performance Transmission orders?

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

What is your return policy for Mercury Capri Performance Transmissions?

Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Mercury Capri Performance Transmissions and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.