1956 Buick Century Ignition and Tune-Up Products

Essential 1956 Buick Century Ignition and Tune-Up Products

PerTronix – 808204 Flame-Thrower Spark Plug Wires 8 cyl 8mm GM HEI Custom Fit Black (Part No.808204)

808204 Flame-Thrower Spark Plug Wires 8 cyl 8mm GM HEI Custom Fit Black

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$72.99
8mm Custom fit MAGx2 wires are available for many popular applications equipped with Flame-Thrower or original GM HEI distributors. Our custom wire sets have factory terminated ends for a superior connection and perfect fit, without cuttting, crimping and

Product Features:
  • PerTronix 808204 Flame-Thrower Spark Plug Wires 8 cyl 8mm GM HEI Custom Fit Black
  • Two current paths for reliability and redundancy. -Primary path: Spiral wound stainless steel alloy.-Secondary path: Carbon impregnated fiberglass center core.
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PerTronix – 808311 Flame-Thrower Spark Plug Wires 8 cyl 8mm GM HEI Custom Fit Blue (Part No.808311)

808311 Flame-Thrower Spark Plug Wires 8 cyl 8mm GM HEI Custom Fit Blue

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$72.99
8mm Custom fit MAGx2 wires are available for many popular applications equipped with Flame-Thrower or original GM HEI distributors. Our custom wire sets have factory terminated ends for a superior connection and perfect fit, without cuttting, crimping and

Product Features:
  • PerTronix 808311 Flame-Thrower Spark Plug Wires 8 cyl 8mm GM HEI Custom Fit Blue
  • Two current paths for reliability and redundancy. -Primary path: Spiral wound stainless steel alloy.-Secondary path: Carbon impregnated fiberglass center core.
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MSD Ignition – Distributor; V8; Late Model GM HEI; External Coil (Part No.8366)

Distributor; V8; Late Model GM HEI; External Coil

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$449.99
GM late-model performance enthusiasts will be happy to see this Pro-Billet distributor. The distributor, PN 8366, is a drop-in. Replacement for GM V8s using the small cap distributor with a dual connector coil found in cars from 1987-1993 and trucks from 1987 to 1995. The entire housing is CNC-machined to exact tolerances for incredible strength (Not to mention cool looks). For improved lubrication there is an extra oil tract machined into the bottom of the housing that delivers oil directly to the cam and distributor gears. Inside, a polished steel shaft receives guidance from a sealed ball bearing and an extra-long sintered bushing adds stability. This 0.500 In. shaft also receives a QPQ coating for increased friction reduction and corrosion resistance. A factory-style ignition module is supplied with the distributor so your factory wiring will plug directly in triggering this module is the responsibility of a high output magnetic pick-up.

Product Features:
  • Drop-in billet replacement for GM dist. w/small cap/external coil
  • Factory style ignition module accepts factory wiring
  • CNC machined billet aluminum housing and billet aluminum base
  • Maintenance-free magnetic pickup and precision reluctor
  • Oversized steel shaft is QPQ coated
  • Guided by sealed ball bearing and an extra long sintered bushing
  • Special oil tract improves lubrication to the dist./cam gear
  • O-ring seals can be installed for oil press. control (Mods only)
  • Supplied w/Late Model Distributor Cap And Rotor
  • Legal to install in all 50 states
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PerTronix – Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet (Part No.D150800)

Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet

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$385.99
Plug n’ Play billet distributors are designed for maximum ignition performance at a price you can afford. Our distributors ship with Ignitor II technology modules. Replace your outdated points, electronic distributor or bulky HEIs with this performance

Product Features:
  • PerTronix D150800 Flame-Thrower Electronic Distributor Billet Buick V8 Plug and Play with Ignitor II Technology Non Vacuum Advance Black Cap
  • Precision CNC machined 6061-T6 billet aluminum housings are lightweight yet offer maximum strength.
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Dorman – Help – Spark Plug Non-Foulers – 14mm Gasket Seat (Part No.42000)

Spark Plug Non-Foulers - 14mm Gasket Seat

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$5.49
This spark plug non fouler is designed for easy installation on specified vehicles to protect spark plugs from fouling and damage. It is engineered for durability and reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this spark plug non fouler is designed for easy installation to protect spark plugs from fouling and damage on specified vehicles
  • Ideal solution – this non-fouler preserves spark plug life and is a reliable replacement for an original non-fouler that has failed due to corrosion
  • Durable construction – made from quality components to ensure reliable performance and a long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Carquest – DISTRIBUTOR CAP (Part No.C258)

DISTRIBUTOR CAP

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$33.05
BWD is an aftermarket leader, providing a premium line of engine management products. BWD manufactures and distributes high technology critical components for late model domestic and import vehicles. BWD is constantly evolving to give customers the competitive edge they need to compete in today’s ever-changing marketplace.

Product Features:
  • Each Fuel Vapor Canister is a direct-fit OE replacement that ensures ease of installation
  • High-quality materials withstand extreme conditions
  • Undergoes extensive testing to ensure reliability
  • Capitalizing on decades of research and development, our distributor caps and rotors contain unmatched quality yielding superior performance
  • BWD is a global manufacturer of original equipment ignition products, complete quality control is maintained through the manufacturing process from componentry to finished product
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Carquest – Distributor Cap (Part No.24C1024)

Distributor Cap

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$10.79
High-quality products that meet OE appearance and performance to provide professional technicians and DIYers with a cost-effective solution.

Product Features:
  • High-quality products that meet OE appearance and performance to
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Carquest – Ignition Contact Set and Condenser Kit, Capacitance Rating: 0.18-0.23 (Part No.A2120)

Ignition Contact Set and Condenser Kit, Capacitance Rating: 0.18-0.23

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$27.05
BWD SELECT replacement parts are designed, specified and manufactured with one goal in mind – to make them the very best. We use the finest materials and improve on OE specifications whenever possible. The result is maximum performance and longevity.

Product Features:
  • 100% pure copper windings in primary and secondary bobbins improve durability and provide higher resistance to internal shorts and dielectric breakdown
  • Thermoplastic housing withstands heat stress for enhanced durability
  • Internal core made from grain oriented electrical steel limits loss factor within magnetic circuit to reduce heat and ensure coil endurance
  • External core made from oriented silicon steel ensures durability and longevity
  • Stainless steel spring resists corrosion
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Carquest Premium – Ignition Contact Set (Part No.AKA1002)

Ignition Contact Set

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$21.99
Carquest premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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ACDelco – Ignition Distributor Contact Set (Part No.D1007)

Ignition Distributor Contact Set

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$45.99
ACDelco Professional Ignition Contact Set is a high quality aftermarket replacement component for one or more of the following vehicle systems: cooling, hvac, ignition, starting and charging, body-electrical and lighting, wiper and washer, and/or engine fuel management. This premium aftermarket set is manufactured to meet or exceed your expectations for fit, form, and function.

Product Features:
  • Professional, premium aftermarket replacement
  • Provides the performance and dependability you expect from ACDelco
  • Manufactured to meet expectations for fit, form, and function
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Rotor (Part No.DAC1103)

Distributor Rotor

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$8.99
Carquest premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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MSD Ignition – Rotor; GM HEI (Part No.8410)

Rotor; GM HEI

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$11.99
Replacement rotor for Chevrolet HEI style distributors.

Product Features:
  • For HEI distributors
  • Resist carbon tracking
  • Low resistance brass
  • Max voltage transfer
  • Molded from insulated material
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Carquest Premium – Distributor Rotor (Part No.DAC1099)

Distributor Rotor

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$10.99
Carquest premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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PerTronix – 1183 Ignitor Delco 8 cyl (Part No.1183)

1183 Ignitor Delco 8 cyl

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$154.99
For over thirty years, the Ignitor has proven itself in applications ranging from race cars to tractors. The Ignitor replaces breaker points and troublesome factory electronic ignitions with a dependable, self contained and maintenance free electronic ign

Product Features:
  • PerTronix 1183 Ignitor Delco 8 cyl
  • Delivers twice the voltage to the spark plugs, increasing horsepower, fuel economy, and spark plug life.
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PerTronix – 1181 Ignitor Delco 8 cyl (Part No.1181)

1181 Ignitor Delco 8 cyl

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$117.99
For over thirty years, the Ignitor has proven itself in applications ranging from race cars to tractors. The Ignitor replaces breaker points and troublesome factory electronic ignitions with a dependable, self contained and maintenance free electronic ign

Product Features:
  • PerTronix 1181 Ignitor Delco 8 cyl
  • Delivers twice the voltage to the spark plugs, increasing horsepower, fuel economy, and spark plug life.
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PerTronix – D8010 Flame-Thrower GM HEI Tune Up Buick/Oldsmobile/Pontiac/Corvette Kit Black (Part No.D8010)

D8010 Flame-Thrower GM HEI Tune Up Buick/Oldsmobile/Pontiac/Corvette Kit Black

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$175.99
Performance Tune-up KitsEverything you need to “wake up” your stock Chevy, Olds, Pontiac, Cadillac or Buick distributor. Kits include street-strip 4-pin module and coil combination, premium rotor and cap, custom Flame-Thrower coil cover, adjustable vacuu

Product Features:
  • PerTronix D8010 Flame-Thrower GM HEI Tune Up Buick/Oldsmobile/Pontiac/Corvette Kit Black
  • Kits include street-strip 4-pin module and coil combination.
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Carquest Premium – Ignition Coil Mounting Bracket (Part No.MBA1001)

Ignition Coil Mounting Bracket

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$11.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.

Product Features:
  • Premium quality materials for longer service life
  • Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications in form, fit and function
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Carquest Premium – Ignition Coil: Meets or Exceeds Original Equipment Specifications, 1 Piece (Part No.EBC1497)

Ignition Coil: Meets or Exceeds Original Equipment Specifications, 1 Piece

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$38.99
Carquest Premium ignition coils meet or exceed original equipment (OE) specifications and are developed by top OE/OES manufacturers to ensure superior performance. All of our Carquest Premium ignition coils are developed by IATF 16949 certified manufacturers for consistent durability and long-lasting performance. These ignition coils use high-quality components and will utilize optimized designs on applications where the OE ignition coil had frequent failures. We require stringent testing standards to ensure proper fit and performance for each application and stand behind our Carquest Premium ignition coils with an industry-leading warranty. Carquest Premium ignition coils are part of our Carquest Vehicle Solutions, which is a full line of engine management and electronics products that help control ignition, fuel delivery and emission systems. Carquest Vehicle Solutions are OE-quality parts designed, engineered and tested by world-class manufacturers to ensure a reliable and long-lasting repair.

Product Features:
  • Computer-Aided Design (CAD), laser scanning and 3D printing – utilizing Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) and Stereolithography (SLA) – in the part design process ensures speed-to-market and a precise fit guaranteed.
  • 100% pure copper precision-wound windings increase coil life and ensure reliability and maximum coil output when needed.
  • Highly conductive aluminum alloy secondary terminal guarantees secondary coil terminals will not oxidize (rust), will provide excellent conductivity, extended coil life and will not cause excessive stress on the primary control circuit.
  • 100% thermo-shock and vibration tested to ensure superior performance in extreme conditions.
  • 100% end-of-line tested to ensure confidence and product reliability, every time.
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Carquest Premium – Ignition Coil: Meets or Exceeds Original Equipment Specifications, 1 Piece (Part No.EBC1492)

Ignition Coil: Meets or Exceeds Original Equipment Specifications, 1 Piece

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$28.99
Carquest Premium ignition coils meet or exceed original equipment (OE) specifications and are developed by top OE/OES manufacturers to ensure superior performance. All of our Carquest Premium ignition coils are developed by IATF 16949 certified manufacturers for consistent durability and long-lasting performance. These ignition coils use high-quality components and will utilize optimized designs on applications where the OE ignition coil had frequent failures. We require stringent testing standards to ensure proper fit and performance for each application and stand behind our Carquest Premium ignition coils with an industry-leading warranty. Carquest Premium ignition coils are part of our Carquest Vehicle Solutions, which is a full line of engine management and electronics products that help control ignition, fuel delivery and emission systems. Carquest Vehicle Solutions are OE-quality parts designed, engineered and tested by world-class manufacturers to ensure a reliable and long-lasting repair.

Product Features:
  • Computer-Aided Design (CAD), laser scanning and 3D printing – utilizing Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) and Stereolithography (SLA) – in the part design process ensures speed-to-market and a precise fit guaranteed.
  • 100% pure copper precision-wound windings increase coil life and ensure reliability and maximum coil output when needed.
  • Highly conductive aluminum alloy secondary terminal guarantees secondary coil terminals will not oxidize (rust), will provide excellent conductivity, extended coil life and will not cause excessive stress on the primary control circuit.
  • 100% thermo-shock and vibration tested to ensure superior performance in extreme conditions.
  • 100% end-of-line tested to ensure confidence and product reliability, every time.
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Carquest Premium – Ignition Coil: Meets or Exceeds OE Specifications, 1 Count (Part No.EBC1414)

Ignition Coil: Meets or Exceeds OE Specifications, 1 Count

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$41.49
Carquest Premium ignition coils meet or exceed original equipment (OE) specifications and are developed by top OE/OES manufacturers to ensure superior performance. All of our Carquest Premium ignition coils are developed by IATF 16949 certified manufacturers for consistent durability and long-lasting performance. These ignition coils use high-quality components and will utilize optimized designs on applications where the OE ignition coil had frequent failures. We require stringent testing standards to ensure proper fit and performance for each application and stand behind our Carquest Premium ignition coils with an industry-leading warranty. Carquest Premium ignition coils are part of our Carquest Vehicle Solutions, which is a full line of engine management and electronics products that help control ignition, fuel delivery and emission systems. Carquest Vehicle Solutions are OE-quality parts designed, engineered and tested by world-class manufacturers to ensure a reliable and long-lasting repair.

Product Features:
  • Built by IATF 16949 certified manufacturers for consistent durability
  • Coil drivers match OE for current limit, electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection and multi-spark
  • Segmented secondary bobbins to distribute high voltage and prevent shorting
  • Extensive design validation testing to ensure long-lasting reliability
  • 100% end-of-line tested to ensure proper performance
  • Carquest Vehicle Solutions Technical Support available from ASE certified technicians: 1-866-687-5413
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ACDelco – Double Platinum Spark Plug: Original Equipment Replacement (Part No.41-908)

Double Platinum Spark Plug: Original Equipment Replacement

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$9.79
ACDelco GM Original Equipment Double Platinum Spark Plugs are designed, engineered, and tested to rigorous standards, and are backed by General Motors. With a copper core and double platinum pads on the center electrode, these plugs are designed to deliver long-lasting performance. ACDelco GM Original Equipment parts are the true OE parts installed during the production or validated by General Motors for GM vehicles. Some ACDelco GM Original Equipment parts may have formerly appeared as GM Genuine Parts (OE) or ACDelco Professional.

Product Features:
  • One-piece, fired-in suppressor seal blends three glass types for a gas-tight seal that helps reduce radio frequency and engine interference, regulate spark plug energy, and protect against compression pressures for long life
  • Double platinum point pad on center and ground electrode offer excellent durability and consistent voltage demands to help reduce wear on ignition system
  • Approved by US Legal 7/31/19
  • Some ACDelco GM Original Equipment parts may have formerly appeared as GM Genuine Parts (OE) or ACDelco Professional
  • ACDelco GM Original Equipment parts are designed, engineered and tested to rigorous standards, and are backed by General Motors
  • GM Engineers design and validate OE parts specifically for your Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, or Cadillac vehicle
  • GM regularly updates production and service part designs to integrate new materials and technologies
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ACDelco – Copper Core Spark Plug (Part No.R43S)

Copper Core Spark Plug

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$4.99
ACDelco Professional Conventional Spark Plugs are designed for reliability and efficient performance, and are a high quality replacement for many vehicles on the road today. Their high-quality copper cores and outstanding suppression characteristics deliver reliable performance. They are also available for Marine applications. These premium aftermarket replacement spark plugs are manufactured to meet your expectations for fit, form, and function.

Product Features:
  • Black Onyx coating helps reduce corrosion
  • Copper core provides great heat transfer and helps maximize plug durability
  • Ribbed suppressor seal extends resistance and helps prevent spark ‘flash over’ and misfires
  • Nickel-chrome alloy sheathing helps prevent corrosion on center electrode
  • Available for use in Marine applications
  • Some ACDelco Gold parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco Professional
  • Premium aftermarket replacement part
  • Manufactured to meet specifications for fit, form, and function for General Motors vehicles as well as most makes and models
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NGK – Iridium IX Spark Plug: Single Iridium Fine Wire, TR55-1IX (Part No.7316)

Iridium IX Spark Plug: Single Iridium Fine Wire, TR55-1IX

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$11.99
NGK Iridium IX spark plugs are specifically designed for the performance enthusiast. Iridium IX provides outstanding acceleration, high fuel efficiency and durability. NGK Iridium IX plugs offer extreme ignitability and exceptional anti-fouling. Tapered cut ground electrode provides improved starting, idling and throttle response. The Iridium fine wire center electrode’s durability is six times harder than platinum. Iridium alloy’s extremely high melting point is perfect for today’s engines. For even greater performance consider upgrading to an NGK Ruthenium HX plug.

Product Features:
  • SINGLE IRIDIUM TIP: Fine wire 0.6 millimeter iridium tip center electrode ensures high durability and a consistently stable spark
  • IRIDIUM ALLOY CENTER ELECTRODE: Iridium’s density (6x that of platinum) and extremely high melting point is perfect for modern high efficiency engines
  • TAPERED CUT GROUND ELECTRODE: Reduced quenching design produces outstanding ignitability, improved acceleration, fuel efficiency and durability
  • SOLID COPPER CORE: 98% pure copper core offers superior heat dissipation, conductivity and ultra wide heat ranges
  • TRIVALENT METAL PLATING: Delivers superior anti-corrosion and anti-seizing properties, ensuring ease of installation and removal
  • RECOMMENDED USAGE: Modified or high performance applications, or as an upgrade to OE nickel alloy spark plugs
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Autolite – Platinum Spark Plug: Fires Cleaner, Easier Starts, Quicker Acceleration (Part No.AP606)

Platinum Spark Plug: Fires Cleaner, Easier Starts, Quicker Acceleration

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$4.79
Autolite has over 100 years of engineering experience and has sold over 11 billion plugs. Designed and engineered in the USA, Autolite Platinum spark plugs provide a center wire platinum firing tip which provides reduced gap erosion, fewer misfires, better performance and increased durability. Consider upgrading to Autolite Double Platinum or Iridium XP spark plugs for increased performance.

Product Features:
  • High nickel alloy side electrode maintains precise gap
  • Full platinum tip assures virtually no gap erosion for long life
  • Necked-down center electrode fires quicker, cleaner with less voltage for easier starts, quicker acceleration and improved fuel economy (as compared to standard plugs)
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ACDelco – Ignition Capacitor (Part No.D203)

Ignition Capacitor

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$21.79
ACDelco Professional Ignition Condenser is a high quality aftermarket replacement component for one or more of the following vehicle systems: cooling, hvac, ignition, starting and charging, body-electrical and lighting, wiper and washer, and/or engine fuel management. This premium aftermarket condenser is manufactured to meet or exceed your expectations for fit, form, and function.

Product Features:
  • Professional, premium aftermarket replacement
  • Provides the performance and dependability you expect from ACDelco
  • Manufactured to meet expectations for fit, form, and function
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1956 Buick Century Ignition and Tune-Up Products

You count on your 1956 Buick Century to run right. That means taking care of it with regular maintenance, necessary repairs, and the right parts. Advance Auto Parts can help with all of that thanks to our extensive inventory of trusted Ignition and Tune-Up Products. With 38 Ignition and Tune-Up Products ranging in price from $2.49 to $594.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1956 Buick Century.

Brands matter. If you want to shop a specific Ignition and Tune-Up Products brand, we stock 12 different brands like AC Delco, Autolite, and E3. 1956 Buick Century Ignition and Tune-Up Products start as low as $2.49!

One of the best ways to find top quality OEM or aftermarket Ignition and Tune-Up Products is by asking professionals. Short of that, you can shop with confidence thanks to our 78 extensive product reviews on 1956 Buick Century Ignition and Tune-Up Products. Some of the top-rated Ignition and Tune-Up Products products we carry are Ignition Coil with 4.5 stars and OE Series V-Power Nickel Spark Plug: V-Groove Tip Design, XR4 with 5.0 stars.

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Top-Rated Ignition and Tune-Up Products Brands For Your 1956 Buick Century

Trusted Ignition and Tune-Up Products OEM and aftermarket product brands are what Advance Auto Parts specializes in. The brands we work with are sure to keep that 1956 Buick Century running right for years to come. In our inventory you’ll find brands like AC Delco, Autolite, E3, and even more.

Popular Carquest Ignition and Tune-Up Products

You’ll find popular Carquest brand products across Ignition Coils and Boots. All are waiting to get your 1956 Buick Century back on the road. Some of the top-rated Carquest products in these categories are:
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What are the most purchased Ignition and Tune-Up Products for the 1956 Buick Century?

Out of 38 Ignition and Tune-Up Products for the 1956 Buick Century, the most popular in our inventory are:
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What are the top-rated 1956 Buick Century Ignition and Tune-Up Products?

Top-rated Ignition and Tune-Up Products for your 1956 Buick Century based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Ignition Coil
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“I used this on my 1950 ford tractor.”
Pro Sidewinder Spark Plug Wire Kit
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Pro Sidewinder Spark Plug Wire Kit
“great product just did’nt fit my engine”