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Chevrolet BEL AIR

134 registered in New Zealand · 1952–1968 · 69% from Not Known

The Chevrolet BEL AIR is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 134 registered across model years 1952 to 1968. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 4.6L 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 BEL AIR.

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134 On NZ Roads
4.6L Engine

Fuel Types

Chevrolet BEL AIR fuel type breakdown: PETROL 99%, OTHER 1%.

PETROL 99% OTHER 1%

Fleet Age Profile

How many Chevrolet BEL AIR 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.

Chevrolet BEL AIR fleet age profile: 1956: 30, 1957: 30, 1958: 20, 1963: 16.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Chevrolet BEL AIR engine sizes: 4.6L 20%, 4.6L 9%, 5.7L 7%, 4.5L 6%, 3.0L 5%.

Imported From

Chevrolet BEL AIR imported from: Not Known 69%, United States 27%, New Zealand 4%.

Colours

BLUE 40 (30%)
RED 31 (23%)
GREEN 14 (10%)
BLACK 13 (10%)
WHITE 12 (9%)
YELLOW 11 (8%)
BROWN 5 (4%)
CREAM 2 (1%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Chevrolet BEL AIR regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 28, CHRISTCHURCH: 11, SOUTHLAND: 7, DUNEDIN: 7, HAMILTON: 5.

Body Types

SALOON 89%
SPORTS CAR 7%
CONVERTIBLE 3%
STATION WAGON 1%

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1978–2022 11.1 L/100km
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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 Chevrolet BEL AIR are there in New Zealand?

There are 134 Chevrolet BEL AIR vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1952 to 1968.

What body type is the Chevrolet BEL AIR?

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

Are Chevrolet BEL AIR cars imported or NZ-new?

69% of Chevrolet BEL AIR vehicles in New Zealand originated from Not Known. 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.

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