The 1962 Apollo GT has 12 ignition parts with verified fitment on this page — 3 part types and 8 brands, covering the 3.5L 215cid V8 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
The ignition system on the 1962 Apollo GT delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules. All 12 listed parts are Ignition Coil (6 parts), Spark Plug (4 parts) and Distributor Mounting Gasket (2 parts).
Every part on this page is matched to the 3.5L 215cid V8 — the only engine offered in the 1962 Apollo GT.
The most listed brands for 1962 Apollo GT ignition parts are ACDELCO (3 parts), STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS (2 parts) and CHAMPION (2 parts), plus 5 more brands. Quality grades include Economy, Standard Replacement and Copper / Nickel.
2 parts on this 1962 Apollo GT page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including ACDELCO U505 (Ignition Coil) and WELLS 5C1026 (Ignition Coil). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Distributor Mounting Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAHLE / CLEVITE | 72215 | 🇺🇸 US | Nitrile | View on Amazon |
| VICTOR REINZ | 411040500 | 🇺🇸 US | O-Ring Type | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gaskets that seal the Distributor Mounting. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for.
2 Distributor Mounting Gasket parts for the 1962 Apollo GT come from 2 brands — MAHLE / CLEVITE and VICTOR REINZ.
This group includes MAHLE / CLEVITE 72215 and VICTOR REINZ 411040500.
Ignition Coil
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FVP | UC12F | 🇺🇸 US | with 12 Volt Systemwith External Resistor | View on Amazon |
| SKP | SKUC12 | 🇺🇸 US | with 12 Volt Systemfor with External Resistor. | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | UC12T | 🇺🇸 US | T-Series | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO Popular | U505 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Professional | View on Amazon |
| WELLS Popular | 5C1026 | 🇺🇸 US | Requires External Resistor: YES | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | UC12 | 🇺🇸 US | with 12 Volt Systemwith External Resistor | View on Amazon |
This table covers the coils that fire each spark plug. Typical signs include a misfire that follows one cylinder, a snap in damp weather, or a coil that is swollen or cracked. Swap a suspect coil with a neighbor to confirm, then replace boots that tore on the way off.
6 Ignition Coil parts are listed for the 1962 Apollo GT, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, FVP, SKP and 2 other brands. ACDELCO U505 carries the "Popular" badge.
In the Economy grade, FVP, SKP and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS supply 3 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is FVP UC12F.
The Standard Replacement section lists 3 options from ACDELCO, WELLS and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS — built to original-equipment specification. ACDELCO U505 is listed in this group.
Part numbers include ACDELCO U505, FVP UC12F and SKP SKUC12, among others listed above.
Spark Plug
Copper / Nickel
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHAMPION | 10 | 🇺🇸 US | Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.035" | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION | 14 | 🇺🇸 US | Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.035" | View on Amazon |
Double Platinum (lasts up to 3x longer than Copper / Nickel)
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO | 41833 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | ProfessionalDouble Platinum | View on Amazon |
Platinum (lasts up to 2x longer than Copper / Nickel)
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO | 7 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | ProfessionalRapidfire | View on Amazon |
This table covers the spark plugs for this engine. Typical signs include misfire under load, rough idle, or a flashing check-engine light. Verify the gap even on pre-gapped plugs, and replace coil boots that come off a high-mileage engine.
4 Spark Plug parts for the 1962 Apollo GT come from 2 brands — CHAMPION and ACDELCO.
The Copper / Nickel section lists 2 options from CHAMPION — grouped under the catalog's "Copper / Nickel" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. CHAMPION 10 is listed in this group.
The Double Platinum (lasts up to 3x longer than Copper / Nickel) section lists 1 option from ACDELCO — grouped under the catalog's "Double Platinum (lasts up to 3x longer than Copper / Nickel)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. ACDELCO 41833 is listed in this group.
The Platinum (lasts up to 2x longer than Copper / Nickel) section lists 1 option from ACDELCO — grouped under the catalog's "Platinum (lasts up to 2x longer than Copper / Nickel)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. ACDELCO 7 is listed in this group.
Listed part numbers: CHAMPION 10, CHAMPION 14 and ACDELCO 41833, plus the other parts above.
Buying Ignition Parts for a 1962 Apollo GT
On this vehicle, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules.
- Confirm you have the 3.5L 215cid V8 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace plugs and wires (or coil boots) as a set — one weak cylinder makes the whole set feel bad.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Ignition Coil and Spark Plug .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ignition parts fit the 1962 Apollo GT?
Our catalog currently lists 12 ignition parts for the 1962 Apollo GT across 3 subcategories and 8 brands, covering the 3.5L 215cid V8 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of ignition problems on a 1962 Apollo GT?
Common symptoms include misfires under load, rough idle, flashing check-engine light, or poor starting in damp weather. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What spark-plug gap is listed for the 1962 Apollo GT?
Notes on this page include a 0.035" pre-set gap. Still verify against spec — even “pre-gapped” plugs should be checked before they go in.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace plugs and wires (or coil boots) as a set — one weak cylinder makes the whole set feel bad.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1962 Apollo GT was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1962 Apollo GT?
Every part on this page is matched to the 3.5L 215cid V8 engine. Then gap matters even on “pre-gapped” plugs — verify against spec, and replace coil boots when they come off a high-mileage engine. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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