This page lists 6 ignition parts for the 1955 Facel Vega FV, across 3 part types, covering both the 4.5L V8 and the 4.8L V8. Every part shows its brand, manufacturer part number and fitment notes.
The ignition system on the 1955 Facel Vega FV delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules. All 6 listed parts are Distributor Mounting Gasket (2 parts), Spark Plug (2 parts) and Spark Plug Tube Seal (2 parts).
The 1955 Facel Vega FV was sold with both the 4.5L V8 and the 4.8L V8. All 6 parts on this page fit every engine.
The most listed brands for 1955 Facel Vega FV ignition parts are VICTOR REINZ (2 parts), FEL-PRO (1 part) and ACDELCO (1 part), plus 2 more brands.
Each part number listed for the 1955 Facel Vega FV opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Distributor Mounting Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEL-PRO Fits: all 1955 FV engines | 6464 | 🇺🇸 US | Distributor mounting gasket and Distributor shaft seal included | View on Amazon |
| VICTOR REINZ Fits: all 1955 FV engines | 711387200 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gaskets that seal the Distributor Mounting. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for.
2 Distributor Mounting Gasket 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.
Part numbers include FEL-PRO 6464 and VICTOR REINZ 711387200.
Spark Plug
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO Fits: all 1955 FV engines | R43S | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | ProfessionalConventional | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION Fits: all 1955 FV engines | 58 | 🇺🇸 US | Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.035" | 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 1955 Facel Vega FV come from 2 brands — ACDELCO and CHAMPION. Every part fits both the 4.5L V8 and the 4.8L V8.
This group includes ACDELCO R43S and CHAMPION 58.
Spark Plug Tube Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAHLE / CLEVITE Fits: all 1955 FV engines | 2066C | 🇺🇸 US | Molded Rubber | View on Amazon |
| VICTOR REINZ Fits: all 1955 FV engines | 181017101 | 🇺🇸 US | Valve Cover | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the Spark Plug Tube. 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 Spark Plug Tube Seal parts are listed for the 1955 Facel Vega FV, from MAHLE / CLEVITE and VICTOR REINZ. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1955 FV.
Listed part numbers: MAHLE / CLEVITE 2066C and VICTOR REINZ 181017101.
Buying Ignition Parts for a 1955 Facel Vega FV
On this vehicle, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules.
- You do not need to pick an engine: every ignition 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 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: Distributor Mounting Gasket and Spark Plug .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ignition parts fit the 1955 Facel Vega FV?
Our catalog currently lists 6 ignition parts for the 1955 Facel Vega FV across 3 subcategories and 5 brands, covering both the 4.5L V8 and the 4.8L V8. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do ignition parts differ between 1955 Facel Vega FV engines?
No. On this page every ignition 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 ignition problems on a 1955 Facel Vega FV?
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 1955 Facel Vega FV?
Notes on this page include a 0.035" pre-set gap. 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 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 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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