The 1955 Facel Vega FV has 3 engine parts with verified fitment on this page — 2 part types and 2 brands, covering both the 4.5L V8 and the 4.8L V8. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
The engine on the 1955 Facel Vega FV covers the internals and hard parts that build compression and keep oil where it belongs — gaskets, bearings, camshafts, lifters, seals and timing components. All 3 listed parts are Crankshaft Seal (2 parts) and O-Ring (1 part).
The 1955 Facel Vega FV was sold with both the 4.5L V8 and the 4.8L V8. All 3 parts on this page fit every engine.
2 brands supply engine parts for the 1955 Facel Vega FV, led by VICTOR REINZ (2 parts) and FEL-PRO (1 part).
Each part number listed for the 1955 Facel Vega FV opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Crankshaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEL-PRO Fits: all 1955 FV engines | BS40245 | 🇺🇸 US | Rubber | View on Amazon |
| VICTOR REINZ Fits: all 1955 FV engines | 191014701 | 🇺🇸 US | SetRubber | 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.
2 Crankshaft Seal parts for the 1955 Facel Vega FV come from 2 brands — FEL-PRO and VICTOR REINZ. Every part fits both the 4.5L V8 and the 4.8L V8.
This group includes FEL-PRO BS40245 and VICTOR REINZ 191014701.
O-Ring
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VICTOR REINZ Fits: all 1955 FV engines | 411041400 | 🇺🇸 US | 1In I.D. X 1-5/16 IN O.D. | View on Amazon |
This table covers the O-rings that seal this joint. Typical signs include a seep at a fitting or a housing that weeps after a service. Lube the new O-ring with the fluid it will see, and do not roll it into the groove.
This group shows a single part: VICTOR REINZ 411041400.
Buying Engine Parts for a 1955 Facel Vega FV
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.
- You do not need to pick an engine: every engine part on this page fits both the 4.5L V8 and the 4.8L V8.
- 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: Crankshaft Seal and O-Ring .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many engine parts fit the 1955 Facel Vega FV?
Our catalog currently lists 3 engine parts for the 1955 Facel Vega FV across 2 subcategories and 2 brands, covering both the 4.5L V8 and the 4.8L V8. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do engine parts differ between 1955 Facel Vega FV engines?
No. On this page every engine part fits both the 4.5L V8 and the 4.8L V8. You do not need to pick an engine to choose the right row — use the notes for position and trim.
What are the signs of engine problems on a 1955 Facel Vega FV?
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 1955 Facel Vega FV 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 1955 Facel Vega FV?
Every part on this page already fits both the 4.5L V8 and the 4.8L V8. 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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