14 Electrical parts are listed for the 1959 Austin-Healey Sprite, in 4 part types, covering the 948cc L4 engine. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
The electrical system on the 1959 Austin-Healey Sprite covers charging, starting and the sensors and modules the vehicle relies on, from alternator and starter to oxygen sensors. The largest groups are Starter Motor (7 parts), Battery Cable (4 parts) and Battery (2 parts). The other 1 part type covers the remaining 1 part.
The 1959 Austin-Healey Sprite came with a single engine, the 948cc L4, and every part is verified against it.
10 brands supply electrical parts for the 1959 Austin-Healey Sprite, led by STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS (4 parts), PURE ENERGY (2 parts) and BECK/ARNLEY (1 part), plus 7 more brands. Quality grades include Remanufactured and New.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1959 Austin-Healey Sprite. 2 parts have it, including PURE ENERGY 16121N (Starter Motor) and ACDELCO 3361233 (Starter Motor). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Alternator / Generator End Bearing
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BECK/ARNLEY | 0513860 | 🇺🇸 US | Bearing Only | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bearings in the alternator housing. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly.
One part is listed for the 1959 Austin-Healey Sprite — BECK/ARNLEY 0513860.
Battery
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BOSCH | T631P | 🇺🇸 US | AGMValve Regulated | View on Amazon |
| EXIDE | MX24 | 🇺🇸 US | Marathon MaxBCI Group 24 | View on Amazon |
This table covers the batteries listed by group size and specification. Typical signs include slow cranking, a battery lamp, or a no-start after the vehicle sat overnight. Confirm group size and terminal layout in the notes. Clean the posts and the ground before condemning the battery.
2 Battery parts are listed for the 1959 Austin-Healey Sprite, from BOSCH and EXIDE.
This group includes BOSCH T631P and EXIDE MX24.
Battery Cable
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | 7244SC | 🇺🇸 US | Length: 24"Federal Wire | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | A244L | 🇺🇸 US | 24" Length | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | A246 | 🇺🇸 US | PositiveBATTERY TO SWITCH | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | B14 | 🇺🇸 US | NegativeBATTERY TO GROUND | View on Amazon |
This table covers the positive and ground cables that run from the battery. Typical signs include a stretched or frayed cable, or a control that no longer reaches the end of its travel. Route the new cable through the same clips. A kinked cable binds and fails early.
4 Battery Cable parts for the 1959 Austin-Healey Sprite come from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.
Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS 7244SC, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS A244L and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS A246, among others listed above.
Starter Motor
New
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PURE ENERGY Popular | 16121N | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| WAI GLOBAL | 16121N | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
Remanufactured
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO Popular | 3361233 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | GoldRemanufactured | View on Amazon |
| FVP | 16121 | 🇺🇸 US | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| PURE ENERGY | 16121 | 🇺🇸 US | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| REMY | 16121 | 🇺🇸 US | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| TERREPOWER | 16121 | 🇺🇸 US | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
This table covers the starter motors that crank the engine. Typical signs include no motion, a squeal, or a motor that only runs on one speed. Confirm power, ground and the control module before replacing the motor.
7 Starter Motor parts for the 1959 Austin-Healey Sprite come from 6 brands — PURE ENERGY, WAI GLOBAL, ACDELCO and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is PURE ENERGY 16121N.
The New section lists 2 options from PURE ENERGY and WAI GLOBAL — brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. PURE ENERGY 16121N is listed in this group.
The Remanufactured section lists 5 options from ACDELCO, FVP, PURE ENERGY and 2 other brands — factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. ACDELCO 3361233 is listed in this group.
Part numbers include PURE ENERGY 16121N and ACDELCO 3361233, among others listed above.
Buying Electrical Parts for a 1959 Austin-Healey Sprite
On this vehicle, the electrical system covers charging, starting and the sensors and modules the vehicle relies on, from alternator and starter to oxygen sensors.
- Confirm you have the 948cc L4 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, clean or renew the battery terminals and grounds with any charging-system repair.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Starter Motor and Battery Cable .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many electrical parts fit the 1959 Austin-Healey Sprite?
Our catalog currently lists 14 electrical parts for the 1959 Austin-Healey Sprite across 4 subcategories and 10 brands, covering the 948cc L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of electrical problems on a 1959 Austin-Healey Sprite?
Common symptoms include slow cranking on cold mornings, a battery light that flickers, dim lights at idle, or a check-engine code pointing at a sensor circuit. 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, clean or renew the battery terminals and grounds with any charging-system repair.
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 1959 Austin-Healey Sprite 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 1959 Austin-Healey Sprite?
Every part on this page is matched to the 948cc L4 engine. Then test before replacing — a failed alternator and a bad ground can look identical, and sensors are frequently condemned for wiring faults. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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