The 1973 Lotus Elan has 22 ignition parts with verified fitment on this page — 5 part types and 11 brands, covering the 1.6L L4 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 1973 Lotus Elan, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules. Most of the listed parts are Ignition Coil (11 parts), Ignition Breaker Points (4 parts) and Condenser / Capacitor (3 parts). The other 2 part types cover the remaining 4 parts.
The 1973 Lotus Elan came with a single engine, the 1.6L L4, and every part is verified against it.
11 brands supply ignition parts for the 1973 Lotus Elan, led by WELLS (7 parts), STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS (6 parts) and FAMOUS BRAND (1 part), plus 8 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement and Economy.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1973 Lotus Elan. 3 parts have it, including STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T (Ignition Coil) and NGK 48863 (Ignition Coil). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Condenser / Capacitor
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | LU206T | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | T-Series | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | LU206 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS | 5H1011 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with Lucas DistributorStandard Duty | View on Amazon |
This table covers the capacitors used in this electrical or A/C circuit.
3 Condenser / Capacitor parts for the 1973 Lotus Elan come from 2 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS.
The Economy section lists 1 option from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS — the catalog's value-priced group. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU206T is listed in this group.
In the Standard Replacement grade, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS supply 2 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU206.
Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU206T, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU206 and WELLS 5H1011.
Distributor Cap
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | LU420 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS | 5D1040 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with Lucas Distributor | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Distributor caps. Typical signs include a leak at the neck, a cap that will not hold pressure, or a missing tether. Match the pressure rating or thread in the notes — radiator, reservoir and fuel caps are not interchangeable.
2 Distributor Cap parts are listed for the 1973 Lotus Elan, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS.
Listed part numbers: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU420 and WELLS 5D1040.
Ignition Breaker Points
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FAMOUS BRAND | ANA1004 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Contact Setwith Lucas Distributor | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | LU1617P | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS | 4P1083 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with Lucas Distributor | View on Amazon |
| WELLS | 8T1008 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Includes Condenser | View on Amazon |
This table covers the breaker points in a points-type distributor.
4 Ignition Breaker Points parts for the 1973 Lotus Elan come from 3 brands — WELLS, FAMOUS BRAND and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.
The Economy section: 1 option from FAMOUS BRAND. FAMOUS BRAND ANA1004 is listed in this group.
Standard Replacement: 3 parts, from WELLS and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU1617P.
This group includes FAMOUS BRAND ANA1004, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS LU1617P and WELLS 4P1083 and the remaining parts above.
Ignition Coil
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular | UC15T | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | T-Series | View on Amazon |
| FVP | UC15F | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| HOLSTEIN | 2IGC0058 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| SKP | SKUC15T | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Coil Pack | View on Amazon |
| SPECTRA PREMIUM | C622 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Pack | View on Amazon |
| WAI GLOBAL | CUF3 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NGK Popular | 48863 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Connections May be Eyelet or Spade | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Popular | UC15 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS | C15 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| WALKER PRODUCTS | 9201041 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Single Coil | View on Amazon |
| WELLS | 5C1019 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Used on most import products with 12 Volt system with Internal resistorUniversal 12 Volt Coil | 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.
11 Ignition Coil parts for the 1973 Lotus Elan come from 10 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, FVP, HOLSTEIN and 7 other brands. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T.
The Economy section: 6 options from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, FVP, HOLSTEIN and 3 other brands. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T is listed in this group.
Standard Replacement: 5 parts, from NGK, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS and 2 other brands. A representative part number is NGK 48863.
Ignition Conversion Kit
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS | 1A4152 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with Lucas Distributor # 23D4without Vacuum Advance | View on Amazon |
| WELLS | 1A4225 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with Lucas Distributor # 23D4without Vacuum Advance | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Ignition Conversion kits.
WELLS supplies both parts for the 1973 Lotus Elan.
Part numbers include WELLS 1A4152 and WELLS 1A4225.
Buying Ignition Parts for a 1973 Lotus Elan
On this vehicle, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules.
- Confirm you have the 1.6L L4 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 Ignition Breaker Points .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ignition parts fit the 1973 Lotus Elan?
Our catalog currently lists 22 ignition parts for the 1973 Lotus Elan across 5 subcategories and 11 brands, covering the 1.6L L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of ignition problems on a 1973 Lotus Elan?
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 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 1973 Lotus Elan 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 1973 Lotus Elan?
Every part on this page is matched to the 1.6L L4 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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