This page lists 6 engine parts for the 1972 Aston Martin V-8, across 2 part types, covering the 5.3L V8 engine. Every part shows its brand, manufacturer part number and fitment notes.
On the 1972 Aston Martin V-8, the engine covers the internals and hard parts that build compression and keep oil where it belongs — gaskets, bearings, camshafts, lifters, seals and timing components. All 6 listed parts are Oil Filter (5 parts) and Camshaft Plug (1 part).
The 1972 Aston Martin V-8 came with a single engine, the 5.3L V8, and every part is verified against it.
6 brands supply engine parts for the 1972 Aston Martin V-8, led by METRO (1 part), FAMOUS BRAND (1 part) and PUROLATOR (1 part), plus 3 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement and Economy.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1972 Aston Martin V-8. 1 part has it: WIX 51099 (Oil Filter). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Camshaft Plug
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| METRO | RP8D | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Sold Individually | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Camshaft plugs. Typical signs include a leak at the drain or glow-plug hole, or a plug that has rounded off. Replace the crush washer and torque to the spec in the notes.
One part is listed for the 1972 Aston Martin V-8 — METRO RP8D.
Oil Filter
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FAMOUS BRAND | 85099 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with FI | View on Amazon |
| PUROLATOR | L20099 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with FI | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIX Popular | 51099 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| HASTINGS / BALDWIN | LF186 | 🇺🇸 US | FI | View on Amazon |
| MANN | H1038 | 🇺🇸 US | Height: 4.72 In | View on Amazon |
This table covers the oil filters that screw onto this engine's filter mount. Typical signs include low oil pressure after a service, or a filter that will not spin off because the old gasket stayed on the block. Lube the new gasket and tighten to the spec on the box; a double-gasket install dumps the sump on the first drive.
5 Oil Filter parts for the 1972 Aston Martin V-8 come from 5 brands — FAMOUS BRAND, PUROLATOR, WIX and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is WIX 51099.
The Economy section lists 2 options from FAMOUS BRAND and PUROLATOR — the catalog's value-priced group. FAMOUS BRAND 85099 is listed in this group.
In the Standard Replacement grade, WIX, HASTINGS / BALDWIN and MANN supply 3 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is WIX 51099.
Part numbers include WIX 51099, FAMOUS BRAND 85099 and PUROLATOR L20099, among others listed above.
Buying Engine Parts for a 1972 Aston Martin V-8
On this vehicle, the engine covers the internals and hard parts that build compression and keep oil where it belongs — gaskets, bearings, camshafts, lifters, seals and timing components.
- Confirm you have the 5.3L 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 the seals and gaskets for anything you open up; a timing job should always include the tensioner and guides, not just the belt or chain.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Oil Filter and Camshaft Plug .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many engine parts fit the 1972 Aston Martin V-8?
Our catalog currently lists 6 engine parts for the 1972 Aston Martin V-8 across 2 subcategories and 6 brands, covering the 5.3L V8 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of engine problems on a 1972 Aston Martin V-8?
Common symptoms include oil spots under the vehicle, blue or white exhaust smoke, ticking from the valvetrain, or coolant mysteriously disappearing. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the seals and gaskets for anything you open up; a timing job should always include the tensioner and guides, not just the belt or chain.
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 1972 Aston Martin V-8 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 1972 Aston Martin V-8?
Every part on this page is matched to the 5.3L V8 engine. Then engine hard parts are unforgiving of guesswork — confirm the casting or engine code before ordering, because one model year can hide two different blocks. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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