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Chevrolet COUPE

252 registered in New Zealand · 1927–1984 · 46% from United States

The Chevrolet COUPE is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 252 registered across model years 1927 to 1984. 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 COUPE.

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252 On NZ Roads
5.7L Engine

Fuel Types

Chevrolet COUPE fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

PETROL 100%

Fleet Age Profile

How many Chevrolet COUPE 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 COUPE fleet age profile: 1934: 19, 1936: 15, 1937: 33, 1938: 83, 1939: 53.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Chevrolet COUPE engine sizes: 5.7L 8%, 3.5L 5%, 5.7L 5%, 2.9L 4%, 3.3L 3%.

Imported From

Chevrolet COUPE imported from: United States 46%, Not Known 39%, New Zealand 8%, Canada 6%, South Africa 0%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Chevrolet COUPE NZ arrival timeline: 2019: 2, 2020: 2, 2021: 1, 2024: 1, 2025: 1.

Colours

RED 56 (22%)
BLUE 44 (17%)
BLACK 43 (17%)
GREEN 43 (17%)
BROWN 16 (6%)
GREY 13 (5%)
YELLOW 8 (3%)
PURPLE 7 (3%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Chevrolet COUPE regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 49, CHRISTCHURCH: 12, INVERCARGILL: 10, TAURANGA: 10, WAIMAKARIRI: 8.

Body Types

SALOON 72%
SPORTS CAR 24%
CONVERTIBLE 3%
HATCHBACK 1%

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 COUPE are there in New Zealand?

There are 252 Chevrolet COUPE vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1927 to 1984.

What body type is the Chevrolet COUPE?

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

Are Chevrolet COUPE cars imported or NZ-new?

46% of Chevrolet COUPE 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.

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