1954 DKW Parts — Select Your Model
In 1954, DKW offered 2 models in this catalog, covering 2 engine configurations and 36 replacement parts. Choose your model below to see the engines available that year.
Each model page breaks down into engines and then parts categories, with OEM and aftermarket parts side by side. Fitment follows the engine, not just the badge — which is why the catalog asks for the model and engine before showing part numbers.
All 1954 DKW Models
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Buying Parts for a 1954 DKW: What to Check First
Before ordering anything for a 1954 DKW, pin down the exact configuration: model, then engine. The 1954 range covered here includes 2 models and 2 engine variants, and many of the 36 parts listed fit only one combination. The emissions label under the hood or the VIN's 8th character will settle any doubt about which engine you have.
Once you're on your model's pages, every part shows the brand, manufacturer part number and any position or trim qualifiers from the application data. Cross-reference that number against the part you're replacing — matching numbers is how professionals verify fitment, and it works just as well whether you choose an OEM-grade or aftermarket part.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which 1954 DKW models does this page cover?
All 2 models listed for 1954, covering 2 engine configurations and 36 parts. Select a model above to see its engines and parts categories.
Do all 1954 DKW models use the same parts?
No — and often even the same model doesn't, if it was offered with more than one engine. Fitment is published per year, model and engine, which is exactly how this catalog is organized. Two 1954 DKWs with different engines usually need different filters, belts, brake components and sensors.
How do I know which engine my 1954 DKW has?
Check the emissions/emission-control label on the underside of the hood or the radiator support — it states the engine displacement. The 8th character of the VIN also encodes the engine on most vehicles. Once you know it, every parts list here filters to that exact configuration.
Can I cross-reference an OEM part number for my 1954 DKW?
Yes. Every part includes the manufacturer part number, and the site search accepts part numbers directly. Searching a number shows every configuration it fits — the quickest way to confirm an OEM number's aftermarket equivalent, or to check a number from a repair estimate.
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