The 1975 Lamborghini Espada has 12 ignition parts with verified fitment on this page — 3 part types and 7 brands, covering the 4.0L V12 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 1975 Lamborghini Espada, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules. All 12 listed parts are Spark Plug (9 parts), Ignition Coil (2 parts) and Ignition Conversion Kit (1 part).
Every part on this page is matched to the 4.0L V12 — the only engine offered in the 1975 Lamborghini Espada.
The most listed brands for 1975 Lamborghini Espada ignition parts are CHAMPION (3 parts), ACDELCO (2 parts) and WELLS (2 parts), plus 4 more brands. Quality grades include Copper / Nickel, Iridium and Platinum.
2 parts on this 1975 Lamborghini Espada page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including ACDELCO R42XLS (Spark Plug) and NGK 5534 (Spark Plug). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Ignition Coil
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO | U505 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Professional | View on Amazon |
| WELLS | 5C1026 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Requires External Resistor: YES | 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.
2 Ignition Coil parts are listed for the 1975 Lamborghini Espada, from ACDELCO and WELLS.
This group includes ACDELCO U505 and WELLS 5C1026.
Ignition Conversion Kit
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS | 1A4182 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Marelli Distributor # S85B, C, CA, Dual contact Distributor, Counter clockwise rotation, Dual Distributor applications, Kit Contains 1 module for each Distributor, with 3 lobe contact cam12 Volt | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Ignition Conversion kits.
This group shows a single part: WELLS 1A4182.
Spark Plug
Summary: Notes include pre-set gaps of 0.024", 0.025", 0.032" and 0.035". Replacement brands in this table include CHAMPION, NGK and ACDELCO.
Copper / Nickel
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO Popular | R42XLS | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | ProfessionalConventional | View on Amazon |
| NGK Popular | 5534 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | StandardPre-Set Gap: 0.032" | View on Amazon |
| AUTOLITE | 62 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Copper Resistor Spark Plug | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION | 801 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.025" | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION | 880 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.025" | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION | 801C | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Copper Plus | View on Amazon |
Iridium (lasts up to 4x longer than Copper / Nickel)
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NGK | 4055 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Iridium IXPre-Set Gap: 0.032" | View on Amazon |
| SKP | SP1041 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Tapered Ground Electrode with Platinum Chip | View on Amazon |
Platinum (lasts up to 2x longer than Copper / Nickel)
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BOSCH | 4238 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Gap 0.024 in | 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.
9 Spark Plug parts for the 1975 Lamborghini Espada come from 6 brands — CHAMPION, NGK, ACDELCO and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is ACDELCO R42XLS.
The Copper / Nickel section lists 6 options from CHAMPION, ACDELCO, NGK and 1 other brand — grouped under the catalog's "Copper / Nickel" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. ACDELCO R42XLS is listed in this group.
In the Iridium (lasts up to 4x longer than Copper / Nickel) grade, NGK and SKP supply 2 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Iridium (lasts up to 4x longer than Copper / Nickel)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is NGK 4055.
The Platinum (lasts up to 2x longer than Copper / Nickel) section lists 1 option from BOSCH — grouped under the catalog's "Platinum (lasts up to 2x longer than Copper / Nickel)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. BOSCH 4238 is listed in this group.
Listed part numbers: ACDELCO R42XLS, NGK 5534 and AUTOLITE 62, plus the other parts above.
Buying Ignition Parts for a 1975 Lamborghini Espada
On this vehicle, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules.
- Confirm you have the 4.0L V12 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: Spark Plug and Ignition Coil .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ignition parts fit the 1975 Lamborghini Espada?
Our catalog currently lists 12 ignition parts for the 1975 Lamborghini Espada across 3 subcategories and 7 brands, covering the 4.0L V12 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of ignition problems on a 1975 Lamborghini Espada?
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 1975 Lamborghini Espada?
Notes on this page include pre-set gaps of 0.024", 0.025", 0.032" and 0.035". 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 1975 Lamborghini Espada 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 1975 Lamborghini Espada?
Every part on this page is matched to the 4.0L V12 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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