The 1957 Facel Vega FVS has 11 engine parts with verified fitment on this page — 7 part types and 3 brands, covering the 5.4L V8 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 1957 Facel Vega FVS, 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. 7 parts of the 11 listed are Valve Cover Gasket (4 parts), Crankshaft Seal (2 parts) and Cylinder Head Gasket Set (1 part). The other 4 part types cover the remaining 4 parts.
Every part on this page is matched to the 5.4L V8 — the only engine offered in the 1957 Facel Vega FVS.
The most listed brands for 1957 Facel Vega FVS engine parts are MAHLE / CLEVITE (6 parts), VICTOR REINZ (4 parts) and FEL-PRO (1 part).
Each part number listed for the 1957 Facel Vega FVS opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Crankshaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEL-PRO | BS40245 | 🇺🇸 US | Rubber | View on Amazon |
| VICTOR REINZ | 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 are listed for the 1957 Facel Vega FVS, from FEL-PRO and VICTOR REINZ.
This group includes FEL-PRO BS40245 and VICTOR REINZ 191014701.
Cylinder Head Gasket Set
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAHLE / CLEVITE | HS3436VC | 🇺🇸 US | Includes Valve Stem Seals | View on Amazon |
This table covers multi-piece gasket sets for a cylinder-head job. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration.
This group shows a single part: MAHLE / CLEVITE HS3436VC.
Intake Manifold Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAHLE / CLEVITE | MS15122 | 🇺🇸 US | Beaded Steel | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gaskets between the intake manifold and the cylinder head. 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.
This group shows a single part: MAHLE / CLEVITE MS15122.
O-Ring
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VICTOR REINZ | 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.
One part is listed for the 1957 Facel Vega FVS — VICTOR REINZ 411041400.
Timing Cover Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAHLE / CLEVITE | JV845 | 🇺🇸 US | Set | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gaskets that seal the Timing Cover. 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.
One part is listed for the 1957 Facel Vega FVS — MAHLE / CLEVITE JV845.
Valve Cover Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAHLE / CLEVITE | VS38305 | 🇺🇸 US | Cork-RubberSet | View on Amazon |
| MAHLE / CLEVITE | VS38305RT | 🇺🇸 US | SetMolded Rubber | View on Amazon |
| MAHLE / CLEVITE | VS38305R | 🇺🇸 US | SetMolded Rubber | View on Amazon |
| VICTOR REINZ | 151051301 | 🇺🇸 US | Set | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gaskets that seal the valve cover to the cylinder head. 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.
4 Valve Cover Gasket parts are listed for the 1957 Facel Vega FVS, from MAHLE / CLEVITE and VICTOR REINZ.
Part numbers include MAHLE / CLEVITE VS38305, MAHLE / CLEVITE VS38305RT and MAHLE / CLEVITE VS38305R, among others listed above.
Valve Stem Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VICTOR REINZ | 121007501 | 🇺🇸 US | SetContains 8 Pieces | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals on each valve stem that control oil into the guides. 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.
One part is listed for the 1957 Facel Vega FVS — VICTOR REINZ 121007501.
Buying Engine Parts for a 1957 Facel Vega FVS
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.
- Confirm you have the 5.4L V8 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 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: Valve Cover Gasket and Crankshaft Seal .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many engine parts fit the 1957 Facel Vega FVS?
Our catalog currently lists 11 engine parts for the 1957 Facel Vega FVS across 7 subcategories and 3 brands, covering the 5.4L V8 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of engine problems on a 1957 Facel Vega FVS?
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 1957 Facel Vega FVS 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 Facel Vega FVS?
Every part on this page is matched to the 5.4L V8 engine. 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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