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Buick SKYLARK

84 registered in New Zealand · 1954–1977 · 87% from United States

The Buick SKYLARK is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 84 registered across model years 1954 to 1977. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 5.7L 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 SKYLARK.

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84 On NZ Roads
5.7L Engine

Fuel Types

Buick SKYLARK fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

PETROL 100%

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Buick SKYLARK engine sizes: 5.7L 14%, 5.7L 13%, 5.0L 10%, 3.5L 8%, 4.9L 6%.

Imported From

Buick SKYLARK imported from: United States 87%, Not Known 11%, New Zealand 1%, Japan 1%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Buick SKYLARK NZ arrival timeline: 2020: 3, 2021: 2, 2022: 3, 2024: 1, 2025: 1.

Colours

RED 22 (26%)
BLUE 19 (23%)
WHITE 16 (19%)
GREEN 10 (12%)
GOLD 4 (5%)
BLACK 4 (5%)
YELLOW 3 (4%)
SILVER 2 (2%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Buick SKYLARK regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 25, TASMAN: 5, WHANGAREI: 5, WESTERN BAY OF PLENTY: 4, WAIPA: 4.

Body Types

SALOON 54%
CONVERTIBLE 27%
SPORTS CAR 17%
STATION WAGON 2%

Similar Cars

1 Holden logo
Holden Commodore 49,259
1978–2022 11.1 L/100km
2 Ford logo
Ford Falcon 33,206
1960–2020 11.5 L/100km
3 Toyota logo
Toyota Camry 30,957
1980–2026 7.3 L/100km
4 Toyota logo
Toyota Corolla 24,532
1956–2023 5.8 L/100km
5 Honda logo
Honda Accord 20,130
1978–2020 7.9 L/100km

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Buick SKYLARK are there in New Zealand?

There are 84 Buick SKYLARK vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1954 to 1977.

What body type is the Buick SKYLARK?

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

Are Buick SKYLARK cars imported or NZ-new?

87% of Buick SKYLARK vehicles in New Zealand originated from United States. 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.

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