The 1957 DKW 3-6 has 6 ignition parts with verified fitment on this page — 2 part types and 5 brands, covering the 896cc L3 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 1957 DKW 3-6, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules. All 6 listed parts are Ignition Coil (4 parts) and Spark Plug (2 parts).
Every part on this page is matched to the 896cc L3 — the only engine offered in the 1957 DKW 3-6.
The most listed brands for 1957 DKW 3-6 ignition parts are STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS (2 parts), FVP (1 part) and WELLS (1 part), plus 2 more brands. Quality grades include Economy, Premium and Standard Replacement.
Each part number listed for the 1957 DKW 3-6 opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Ignition Coil
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FVP | UC14F | 🇺🇸 US | 6 Voltwithout External Resistor | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | UC14T | 🇺🇸 US | T-Series6 Volt | View on Amazon |
Premium
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | UC14 | 🇺🇸 US | Blue Streak6 Volt | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS | 5C1063 | 🇺🇸 US | Fits most cars, trucks, tractors & industrial engs6 Volt (Universal Coil) used with external resistor or where resistance wire is an internal part of wiring harness. | 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.
4 Ignition Coil parts are listed for the 1957 DKW 3-6, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, FVP and WELLS.
In the Economy grade, FVP and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS supply 2 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is FVP UC14F.
The Premium section lists 1 option from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS — a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC14 is listed in this group.
The Standard Replacement section lists 1 option from WELLS — built to original-equipment specification. WELLS 5C1063 is listed in this group.
This group includes FVP UC14F, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC14T and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC14 and the remaining parts above.
Spark Plug
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO | C87 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | ProfessionalConventional | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION | 514 | 🇺🇸 US | Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.025" | 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.
2 Spark Plug parts for the 1957 DKW 3-6 come from 2 brands — ACDELCO and CHAMPION.
This group includes ACDELCO C87 and CHAMPION 514.
Buying Ignition Parts for a 1957 DKW 3-6
On this vehicle, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules.
- Confirm you have the 896cc L3 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: Ignition Coil and Spark Plug .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ignition parts fit the 1957 DKW 3-6?
Our catalog currently lists 6 ignition parts for the 1957 DKW 3-6 across 2 subcategories and 5 brands, covering the 896cc L3 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of ignition problems on a 1957 DKW 3-6?
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 1957 DKW 3-6?
Notes on this page include pre-set gaps of 0.020", 0.025" 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 1957 DKW 3-6 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 1957 DKW 3-6?
Every part on this page is matched to the 896cc L3 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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