Austin 7

341 registered in New Zealand · 1924–1961 · 73% from United Kingdom

The Austin 7 is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 341 registered across model years 1924 to 1961. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 0.7L engine.

Below you'll find a complete breakdown of fuel types, body styles, drivetrain options, regional distribution, and estimated running costs. Select a specific model year to see detailed specs, buyer insights, and variant-level data for that generation of the 7.

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341 On NZ Roads
0.7L Engine

Fuel Types

Austin 7 fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Fleet Age Profile

How many Austin 7 vehicles from each manufacture year are still registered in NZ. Taller bars mean more of that year on the road — better parts availability and more mechanics who know it.

Austin 7 fleet age profile: 1934: 19, 1935: 27, 1936: 39, 1937: 56, 1938: 26.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Austin 7 engine sizes: 0.7L 33%, 0.8L 27%, 0.7L 14%, 0.7L 3%, 0.8L 2%.

Imported From

Austin 7 imported from: United Kingdom 73%, Not Known 18%, New Zealand 9%, Other 0%.

When They Arrived in NZ

When Austin 7 vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.

Austin 7 NZ arrival timeline: 2006: 1, 2008: 1, 2010: 1, 2013: 1, 2017: 1.

Colours

RED 94 (28%)
GREEN 83 (24%)
BLUE 70 (21%)
SILVER 20 (6%)
BLACK 17 (5%)
BROWN 15 (4%)
YELLOW 12 (4%)
CREAM 11 (3%)

Colours shown are approximate representations of NZTA basic colour categories, not exact manufacturer paint codes.

Where They Are in NZ

Austin 7 regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 80, CHRISTCHURCH: 50, TASMAN: 17, WAIMAKARIRI: 14, DUNEDIN: 13.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Austin 7 are there in New Zealand?

There are 341 Austin 7 vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1924 to 1961.

What body type is the Austin 7?

The Austin 7 is primarily classified as a saloon in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: convertible, sports car, utility. The most common fuel type is petrol.

Are Austin 7 cars imported or NZ-new?

73% of Austin 7 vehicles in New Zealand originated from United Kingdom. The majority arrived as used imports, which is typical for this model. Check the import status and origin country for the specific year you're considering on the individual year pages.