WAI WPM142 Wiper Motor - Front

Front Wiper Motor for Classic GM Applications

The WAI WPM142 front wiper motor is a direct-fit replacement for a wide range of classic Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac vehicles. Built as a 100% new unit and tested to OE specifications, it is designed for accurate fitment, dependable operation, and straightforward installation.

• 100% new front wiper motor construction
• Tested to OE specs for form, fit, and function
• Direct-fit design for select classic GM vehicles
• 3 mounting holes and 3 terminals
• Male connector and male terminal configuration
• No washer pump included
• No wiring harness included

Detailed Product Overview

WAI WPM142 is a front wiper motor engineered for vehicles that require a precise OE-style replacement. It is manufactured with high-grade materials and built to meet or exceed original equipment manufacturing and performance specifications. This makes it a practical choice for restoring windshield wiper function on applications such as the Chevrolet Camaro, Pontiac Firebird, and Cadillac DeVille. This part number, WPM142, is also referenced across multiple OE and aftermarket listings for the same application.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 4918342, 4919586) for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1973 Buick Century, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1968-1973 Buick LeSabre, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1973 Buick Regal, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1968-1973 Buick Riviera, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1968-1973 Cadillac Commercial Chassis, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1968-1973 Cadillac DeVille, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1968-1973 Cadillac Eldorado, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1966-1973 Cadillac Fleetwood, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1972-1973 Chevrolet Bel Air, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1968-1973 Chevrolet Camaro, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1972-1973 Chevrolet Caprice, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1973 Chevrolet Corvette, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1969-1973 Chevrolet El Camino, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1972-1973 Chevrolet Impala, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1973 Chevrolet Malibu, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1970-1973 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1968-1973 Oldsmobile 98, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1971-1973 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1968-1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1971-1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1968-1973 Oldsmobile Delta 88, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1968-1973 Oldsmobile Toronado, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1968-1973 Pontiac Bonneville, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1968-1973 Pontiac Catalina, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1968-1973 Pontiac Firebird, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1973 Pontiac Grand Am, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1968-1973 Pontiac Grand Prix, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1968-1973 Pontiac LeMans, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1968-1972 Buick Skylark, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1968-1971 Pontiac GTO, front; Wiper Motor Only
• Fits 1968-1970 Pontiac Tempest, front; Wiper Motor Only

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Inoperative or intermittent windshield wiper movement
• Slow, weak, or inconsistent wiper operation
• Wiper motor noise with poor blade response
• Failure caused by worn internal motor components
• Restoration needs for classic GM front wiper systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector style, terminal count, and mounting points before installation. This WPM142 front wiper motor uses a male connector and male terminals, with no washer pump or wiring harness included. Confirm the vehicle’s front wiper motor application and compare the original unit to the replacement before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

WAI manufactures this wiper motor as a 100% new replacement and tests it to OE specifications for form, fit, and function. The part is built to meet or exceed original equipment manufacturing and performance requirements and is backed by a limited lifetime warranty.