Buick REGAL

18 registered in New Zealand · 1973–1994 · 67% from United States

The Buick REGAL is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 18 registered across model years 1973 to 1994. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 3.8L 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 REGAL.

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18 On NZ Roads
3.8L Engine

Fuel Types

Buick REGAL fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Buick REGAL engine sizes: 3.8L 44%, 5.0L 11%, 5.7L 11%, 3.0L 6%, 3.1L 6%.

Imported From

Buick REGAL imported from: United States 67%, Not Known 33%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Buick REGAL NZ arrival timeline: 2008: 1, 2010: 1, 2012: 1, 2016: 1, 2021: 1.

Colours

SILVER 5 (28%)
BLACK 4 (22%)
BLUE 2 (11%)
BROWN 2 (11%)
GREEN 1 (6%)
WHITE 1 (6%)
ORANGE 1 (6%)
YELLOW 1 (6%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Buick REGAL regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 7, MARLBOROUGH: 2, HAMILTON: 2, KAIPARA: 1, HASTINGS: 1.

Body Types

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1960–2020 11.5 L/100km
3 Toyota logo
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4 Toyota logo
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Buick REGAL are there in New Zealand?

There are 18 Buick REGAL vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1973 to 1994.

What body type is the Buick REGAL?

The Buick REGAL is primarily classified as a saloon in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: station wagon, sports car. The most common fuel type is petrol.

Are Buick REGAL cars imported or NZ-new?

67% of Buick REGAL vehicles in New Zealand originated from United States. A mix of NZ-new and imported vehicles make up the fleet. Check the import status and origin country for the specific year you're considering on the individual year pages.