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Chevrolet CORVAIR

28 registered in New Zealand · 1960–1968 · 82% from United States

The Chevrolet CORVAIR is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 28 registered across model years 1960 to 1968. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 2.7L 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 CORVAIR.

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28 On NZ Roads
2.7L Engine

Fuel Types

Chevrolet CORVAIR fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

PETROL 100%

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Chevrolet CORVAIR engine sizes: 2.7L 18%, 2.7L 14%, 2.7L 11%, 2.0L 7%, 3.5L 7%.

Imported From

Chevrolet CORVAIR imported from: United States 82%, Not Known 14%, Canada 4%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Chevrolet CORVAIR NZ arrival timeline: 2018: 1, 2019: 3, 2020: 1, 2021: 1, 2023: 1.

Colours

RED 12 (43%)
BLUE 6 (21%)
WHITE 6 (21%)
GREEN 2 (7%)
ORANGE 1 (4%)
YELLOW 1 (4%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Chevrolet CORVAIR regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 11, CHRISTCHURCH: 3, WAIPA: 2, NELSON: 2, TIMARU: 2.

Body Types

SALOON 46%
CONVERTIBLE 39%
SPORTS CAR 14%

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 Chevrolet CORVAIR are there in New Zealand?

There are 28 Chevrolet CORVAIR vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1960 to 1968.

What body type is the Chevrolet CORVAIR?

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

Are Chevrolet CORVAIR cars imported or NZ-new?

82% of Chevrolet CORVAIR 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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