14 Ignition parts are listed for the 1997 Bentley Continental, in 1 part type, covering the 6.8L V8 Turbocharged engine. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
On the 1997 Bentley Continental, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules. Every listed part is a Spark Plug.
Every part on this page is matched to the 6.8L V8 Turbocharged — the only engine offered in the 1997 Bentley Continental.
The most listed brands for 1997 Bentley Continental ignition parts are NGK (5 parts), CHAMPION (4 parts) and ACDELCO (2 parts), plus 2 more brands. Quality grades include Copper / Nickel, Double Platinum and Iridium.
3 parts on this 1997 Bentley Continental page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including NGK 7938 (Spark Plug) and NGK 6341 (Spark Plug). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Spark Plug
Summary: Notes include pre-set gaps of 0.031", 0.032", 0.035", 0.036", 0.039", 0.040", 0.044" and 0.045". Replacement brands in this table include NGK, CHAMPION and ACDELCO.
Copper / Nickel
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NGK Popular | 7938 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | V-PowerPre-Set Gap: 0.036" | View on Amazon |
| ACDELCO | 41629 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | ProfessionalConventional | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION | 4311 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Copper Plus | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION | 431 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.035" | View on Amazon |
| NGK | 2460 | 🇺🇸 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 | 41800 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | GM Original EquipmentDouble Platinum | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION | 7070 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Double Platinum PowerPre-Set Gap: 0.039" | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT | SP485 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Double Platinum | View on Amazon |
Iridium (lasts up to 4x longer than Copper / Nickel)
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NGK Popular | 6341 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Iridium IXPre-Set Gap: 0.032" | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION | 9201 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | IridiumPre-Set Gap: 0.039" | View on Amazon |
| SKP | SP1013 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Iridium XP | View on Amazon |
Platinum (lasts up to 2x longer than Copper / Nickel)
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NGK Popular | 7090 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | G-PowerPre-Set Gap: 0.040" | View on Amazon |
| MOTORCRAFT | SP485X | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Platinum Spark PlugPlatinum | View on Amazon |
Ruthenium (maximum durability & ignitability)
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NGK | 96457 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Ruthenium HX High IgnitabilityPre-Set Gap: 0.044" | 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.
14 Spark Plug parts for the 1997 Bentley Continental come from 5 brands — NGK, CHAMPION, ACDELCO and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is NGK 7938.
The Copper / Nickel section lists 5 options from NGK, CHAMPION and ACDELCO — grouped under the catalog's "Copper / Nickel" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. NGK 7938 is listed in this group.
The Double Platinum (lasts up to 3x longer than Copper / Nickel) section lists 3 options from ACDELCO, CHAMPION and MOTORCRAFT — 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 41800 is listed in this group.
In the Iridium (lasts up to 4x longer than Copper / Nickel) grade, NGK, CHAMPION and SKP supply 3 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Iridium (lasts up to 4x longer than Copper / Nickel)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is NGK 6341.
The Platinum (lasts up to 2x longer than Copper / Nickel) section lists 2 options from NGK and MOTORCRAFT — grouped under the catalog's "Platinum (lasts up to 2x longer than Copper / Nickel)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. NGK 7090 is listed in this group.
The Ruthenium (maximum durability & ignitability) section lists 1 option from NGK — grouped under the catalog's "Ruthenium (maximum durability & ignitability)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. NGK 96457 is listed in this group.
Buying Ignition Parts for a 1997 Bentley Continental
On this vehicle, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules.
- Confirm you have the 6.8L V8 Turbocharged 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: Spark Plug .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ignition parts fit the 1997 Bentley Continental?
Our catalog currently lists 14 ignition parts for the 1997 Bentley Continental across 1 subcategory and 5 brands, covering the 6.8L V8 Turbocharged engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of ignition problems on a 1997 Bentley Continental?
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 1997 Bentley Continental?
Notes on this page include pre-set gaps of 0.031", 0.032", 0.035", 0.036", 0.039", 0.040", 0.044" and 0.045". 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 1997 Bentley Continental 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 1997 Bentley Continental?
Every part on this page is matched to the 6.8L V8 Turbocharged 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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