This page lists 14 engine parts for the 1962 Austin-Healey Sprite, across 10 part types, covering both the 1.1L L4 and the 1000cc L4. Every part shows its brand, manufacturer part number and fitment notes.
On the 1962 Austin-Healey Sprite, 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. 7 parts of the 14 listed are Valve Cover Gasket (4 parts), Intake & Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set (2 parts) and Conversion / Lower Gasket Set (1 part). The other 7 part types cover the remaining 7 parts.
The 1962 Austin-Healey Sprite was sold with both the 1.1L L4 and the 1000cc L4. 4 parts fit every engine; the other 10 are engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
7 brands supply engine parts for the 1962 Austin-Healey Sprite, led by AJUSA (8 parts), MELLING (1 part) and BECK/ARNLEY (1 part), plus 4 more brands.
Each part number listed for the 1962 Austin-Healey Sprite opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Conversion / Lower Gasket Set
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AJUSA Fits: all 1962 Sprite engines | 54031200 | 🇺🇸 US | Fits Engine 9C | View on Amazon |
This table covers lower / conversion gasket sets for oil-pan and related joints. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration.
One part is listed for the 1962 Austin-Healey Sprite — AJUSA 54031200.
Crankshaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AJUSA Fits: all 1962 Sprite engines | 15016600 | 🇺🇸 US | Front39.68 x 59.08 x 9.5 | View on Amazon |
This table covers the front and rear seals that keep oil in at the crankshaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
This group shows a single part: AJUSA 15016600.
Cylinder Head Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AJUSA Fits: all 1962 Sprite engines | 10012800 | 🇺🇸 US | 68 Bore Diameter | View on Amazon |
This table covers the head gaskets that seal the block to the cylinder head. 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.
One part is listed for the 1962 Austin-Healey Sprite — AJUSA 10012800.
Cylinder Head Gasket Set
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AJUSA Fits: all 1962 Sprite engines | 52000100 | 🇺🇸 US | Fits Engine 9C | View on Amazon |
This table covers multi-piece gasket sets for a cylinder-head job. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration.
One part is listed for the 1962 Austin-Healey Sprite — AJUSA 52000100.
Cylinder Repair Sleeve
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MELLING Fits: 1.1L L4 | CSL633 | 🇺🇸 US | 3/32 IN Wall Thickness | View on Amazon |
This table covers the wear sleeves used to restore a Cylinder seal surface.
One part is listed for the 1962 Austin-Healey Sprite — MELLING CSL633.
Engine Kit Gasket Set
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AJUSA Fits: 1.1L L4 | 50062200 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers full gasket kits covering the joints opened in an engine rebuild. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration.
One part is listed for the 1962 Austin-Healey Sprite — AJUSA 50062200.
Intake & Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AJUSA Fits: 1.1L L4 | 13005400 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| BECK/ARNLEY Fits: 1.1L L4 | 0370205 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Intake & Exhaust Manifold gasket sets. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration.
2 Intake & Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set parts are listed for the 1962 Austin-Healey Sprite, from AJUSA and BECK/ARNLEY.
Part numbers include AJUSA 13005400 and BECK/ARNLEY 0370205.
Oil Filter
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PUROLATOR Fits: 1.1L L4 | L14753 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 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.
This group shows a single part: PUROLATOR L14753.
Oil Pan Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AJUSA Fits: 1.1L L4 | 59006700 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gaskets between the oil pan and the block. 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.
This group shows a single part: AJUSA 59006700.
Valve Cover Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AJUSA Fits: 1.1L L4 | 11005900 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| FEL-PRO Fits: 1.1L L4 | VS21507 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| MAHLE / CLEVITE Fits: 1.1L L4 | VS30025 | 🇺🇸 US | Cork-Rubber | View on Amazon |
| VICTOR REINZ Fits: 1.1L L4 | 151043701 | 🇺🇸 US | Set | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gaskets that seal the valve cover to the cylinder head. 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.
4 Valve Cover Gasket parts for the 1962 Austin-Healey Sprite come from 4 brands — AJUSA, FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 1 other brand.
Listed part numbers: AJUSA 11005900, FEL-PRO VS21507 and MAHLE / CLEVITE VS30025, plus the other parts above.
Buying Engine Parts for a 1962 Austin-Healey Sprite
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.
- Match the engine first. Some engine parts fit every engine; others are engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- 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: Valve Cover Gasket and Intake & Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many engine parts fit the 1962 Austin-Healey Sprite?
Our catalog currently lists 14 engine parts for the 1962 Austin-Healey Sprite across 10 subcategories and 7 brands, covering both the 1.1L L4 and the 1000cc L4. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do engine parts differ between 1962 Austin-Healey Sprite engines?
Some do. 4 parts fit every engine; the other 10 are engine-specific. Each row (and the filter at the top) shows which. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of engine problems on a 1962 Austin-Healey Sprite?
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 1962 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 1962 Austin-Healey Sprite?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. 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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