36 Ignition parts are listed for the 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite, in 8 part types, covering all 3 engine options (1.3L L4, 1.8L L4 and 3.0L L6). Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
On the 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules. Most of the listed parts are Spark Plug (13 parts), Ignition Coil (9 parts) and Ignition Breaker Points (4 parts). The other 5 part types cover the remaining 10 parts.
The 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite was sold with 3 engines. Every part on this page is engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
13 brands supply ignition parts for the 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite, led by STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS (7 parts), WELLS (7 parts) and NGK (6 parts), plus 10 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement, Copper / Nickel and Economy.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite. 5 parts have it, including STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T (Ignition Coil) and NGK 4008 (Spark Plug). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Condenser / Capacitor
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 1.3L L4 | LU206T | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | T-Series | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 1.3L L4 | LU206 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS Fits: 1.3L L4 | 5H1011 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
This table covers the capacitors used in this electrical or A/C circuit.
3 Condenser / Capacitor parts for the 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite come from 2 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS.
The Economy section lists 1 option from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS — the catalog's value-priced group. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU206T is listed in this group.
In the Standard Replacement grade, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS supply 2 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU206.
This group includes STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU206T, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU206 and WELLS 5H1011.
Distributor Cap
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 1.3L L4 | LU429 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS Fits: 1.3L L4 | 5D1040 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with Lucas Ignition | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Distributor caps. Typical signs include a leak at the neck, a cap that will not hold pressure, or a missing tether. Match the pressure rating or thread in the notes — radiator, reservoir and fuel caps are not interchangeable.
2 Distributor Cap parts are listed for the 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS.
This group includes STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU429 and WELLS 5D1040.
Distributor Rotor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 1.3L L4 | LU300 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS Fits: 1.3L L4 | 4R1187 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with Lucas Distributor | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Distributor rotors. Typical signs include shudder under braking, or a lip at the outer edge. Do not put new pads on a rotor that is below minimum thickness.
2 Distributor Rotor parts are listed for the 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS.
Listed part numbers: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU300 and WELLS 4R1187.
Ignition Breaker Points
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FAMOUS BRAND Fits: 1.3L L4 | ANA1004 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Contact Set | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FACET Fits: 1.3L L4 | 14683MHDV | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 1.3L L4 | LU1617P | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS Fits: 1.3L L4 | 4P1083 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
This table covers the breaker points in a points-type distributor.
4 Ignition Breaker Points parts for the 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite come from 4 brands — FAMOUS BRAND, FACET, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 1 other brand.
The Economy section: 1 option from FAMOUS BRAND. FAMOUS BRAND ANA1004 is listed in this group.
Standard Replacement: 3 parts, from FACET, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS. A representative part number is FACET 14683MHDV.
This group includes FAMOUS BRAND ANA1004, FACET 14683MHDV and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU1617P and the remaining parts above.
Ignition Coil
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular Fits: 1.3L L4 | UC15T | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | T-Series | View on Amazon |
| FVP Fits: 1.3L L4 | UC15F | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Alternate Replacement Part | View on Amazon |
| HOLSTEIN Fits: 1.3L L4 | 2IGC0058 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| SKP Fits: 1.3L L4 | SKUF3T | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Coil Pack | View on Amazon |
| SPECTRA PREMIUM Fits: 1.3L L4 | C654 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Pack | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NGK Popular Fits: 1.3L L4 | 48863 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Connections May be Eyelet or Spade | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 1.3L L4 | UC15 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 1.3L L4 | C15 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS Fits: 1.3L L4 | 5C1019 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Used on most import products with 12 Volt system with Internal resistorUniversal 12 Volt Coil | 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.
9 Ignition Coil parts for the 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite come from 8 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, FVP, HOLSTEIN and 5 other brands. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T.
The Economy section: 5 options from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, FVP, HOLSTEIN and 2 other brands. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T is listed in this group.
Standard Replacement: 4 parts, from NGK, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS and 1 other brand. A representative part number is NGK 48863.
This group includes STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T, FVP UC15F and HOLSTEIN 2IGC0058 and the remaining parts above.
Ignition Conversion Kit
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS Fits: 1.3L L4 | 1A4147 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with Lucas Distributor # 23D4without Vacuum Advance | View on Amazon |
| WELLS Fits: 1.3L L4 | 1A4222 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with Lucas Distributor # 25D4with Vacuum Advance | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Ignition Conversion kits.
WELLS supplies both parts for the 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite.
This group includes WELLS 1A4147 and WELLS 1A4222.
Spark Plug
Summary: Notes include pre-set gaps of 0.025", 0.028", 0.03", 0.032", 0.033", 0.035", 0.036" and 0.040". Replacement brands in this table include NGK, CHAMPION and ACDELCO.
Copper / Nickel
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NGK Popular Fits: 1.3L L4 | 4008 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | StandardPre-Set Gap: 0.032" | View on Amazon |
| ACDELCO Fits: 1.3L L4 | R42XLS | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | ProfessionalConventional | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION Fits: 1.3L L4 | 415 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.032" | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION Fits: 1.3L L4 | 300 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.032" | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION Fits: 1.3L L4 | 4151 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Copper PlusClassification: Champion Copper Plus Small Engine | View on Amazon |
| NGK Fits: 1.3L L4 | 6427 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | V-PowerPre-Set Gap: 0.032" | View on Amazon |
| NGK Fits: 1.3L L4 | 7131 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | StandardPre-Set Gap: 0.036" | View on Amazon |
Double Platinum (lasts up to 3x longer than Copper / Nickel)
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO Fits: 1.3L L4 | 41828 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | ProfessionalDouble Platinum | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION Fits: 1.3L L4 | 7415 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Double Platinum PowerPre-Set Gap: 0.032" | View on Amazon |
Iridium (lasts up to 4x longer than Copper / Nickel)
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NGK Popular Fits: 1.3L L4 | 6637 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Iridium IXPre-Set Gap: 0.032" | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION Fits: 1.3L L4 | 9804 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | IridiumPre-Set Gap: 0.03" | View on Amazon |
| SKP Fits: 1.3L L4 | SP1041 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Tapered Ground Electrode with Platinum Chip | View on Amazon |
Platinum (lasts up to 2x longer than Copper / Nickel)
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NGK Popular Fits: 1.3L L4 | 7084 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | G-PowerPre-Set Gap: 0.040" | 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.
13 Spark Plug parts are listed for the 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite, from NGK, CHAMPION, ACDELCO and 1 other brand. NGK 4008 carries the "Popular" badge.
In the Copper / Nickel grade, NGK, CHAMPION and ACDELCO supply 7 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Copper / Nickel" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is NGK 4008.
In the Double Platinum (lasts up to 3x longer than Copper / Nickel) grade, ACDELCO and CHAMPION supply 2 parts: 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. A representative part number is ACDELCO 41828.
The Iridium (lasts up to 4x longer than Copper / Nickel) section lists 3 options from NGK, CHAMPION and SKP — grouped under the catalog's "Iridium (lasts up to 4x longer than Copper / Nickel)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. NGK 6637 is listed in this group.
In the Platinum (lasts up to 2x longer than Copper / Nickel) grade, NGK supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Platinum (lasts up to 2x longer than Copper / Nickel)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is NGK 7084.
Spark Plug Wire
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WALKER PRODUCTS Fits: 1.3L L4 | 9241010 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Direct FitSet | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Spark Plug wires.
This group shows a single part: WALKER PRODUCTS 9241010.
Buying Ignition Parts for a 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite
On this vehicle, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules.
- Match the engine first. Every ignition part here is 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 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: Spark Plug and Ignition Coil .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ignition parts fit the 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite?
Our catalog currently lists 36 ignition parts for the 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite across 8 subcategories and 13 brands, covering all 3 engine options (1.3L L4, 1.8L L4 and 3.0L L6). Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do ignition parts differ between 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite engines?
Yes. Every ignition part on this page is engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits — use the filter at the top to hide the rest. 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 ignition problems on a 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite?
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 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite?
Notes on this page include pre-set gaps of 0.025", 0.028", 0.03", 0.032", 0.033", 0.035", 0.036" and 0.040". 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 1970 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 1970 Austin-Healey Sprite?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. 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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