The 1979 Lotus Eclat has 10 engine parts with verified fitment on this page — 2 part types and 9 brands, covering the 2.0L L4 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 1979 Lotus Eclat, 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. All 10 listed parts are Oil Filter (9 parts) and Cylinder Head Gasket (1 part).
The 1979 Lotus Eclat came with a single engine, the 2.0L L4, and every part is verified against it.
9 brands supply engine parts for the 1979 Lotus Eclat, led by BOSCH (2 parts), ELRING (1 part) and FAMOUS BRAND (1 part), plus 6 more brands. Quality grades include Economy, Standard Replacement and High Performance / Heavy Duty.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1979 Lotus Eclat. 2 parts have it, including MOBIL M1204A (Oil Filter) and WIX 51068 (Oil Filter). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Cylinder Head Gasket
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELRING | 075530 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
This table covers the head gaskets that seal the block 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.
One part is listed for the 1979 Lotus Eclat — ELRING 075530.
Oil Filter
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BOSCH | 72137WS | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Workshop Oil Filter | View on Amazon |
| FAMOUS BRAND | R85068 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| PRO-TEC | PXL51068 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Height: 4.338 InOuter Diameter Top: 3.66 In | View on Amazon |
| VARIOUS MFR | PG5195 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
High Performance / Heavy Duty
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOBIL Popular | M1204A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Extended Performance | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIX Popular | 51068 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Height: 4.338 InOuter Diameter Top: 3.66 In | View on Amazon |
| ACDELCO | PF53 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Gold / Professional or Gold / Professional DurapackSpin-On | View on Amazon |
| BOSCH | 3402 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Premium Oil Filter | View on Amazon |
| HASTINGS / BALDWIN | LF142 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
This table covers the oil filters that screw onto this engine's filter mount. Typical signs include low oil pressure after a service, or a filter that will not spin off because the old gasket stayed on the block. Lube the new gasket and tighten to the spec on the box; a double-gasket install dumps the sump on the first drive.
9 Oil Filter parts for the 1979 Lotus Eclat come from 8 brands — BOSCH, FAMOUS BRAND, PRO-TEC and 5 other brands. The "Popular" part is MOBIL M1204A.
The Economy section lists 4 options from BOSCH, FAMOUS BRAND, PRO-TEC and 1 other brand — the catalog's value-priced group. BOSCH 72137WS is listed in this group.
The High Performance / Heavy Duty section lists 1 option from MOBIL — grouped under the catalog's "High Performance / Heavy Duty" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. MOBIL M1204A is listed in this group.
In the Standard Replacement grade, WIX, ACDELCO, BOSCH and 1 other brand supply 4 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is WIX 51068.
Part numbers include MOBIL M1204A, BOSCH 72137WS and FAMOUS BRAND R85068, among others listed above.
Buying Engine Parts for a 1979 Lotus Eclat
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 2.0L 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 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: Oil Filter and Cylinder Head Gasket .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many engine parts fit the 1979 Lotus Eclat?
Our catalog currently lists 10 engine parts for the 1979 Lotus Eclat across 2 subcategories and 9 brands, covering the 2.0L L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of engine problems on a 1979 Lotus Eclat?
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 1979 Lotus Eclat 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 1979 Lotus Eclat?
Every part on this page is matched to the 2.0L L4 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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