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Chevrolet MASTER

167 registered in New Zealand · 1933–1952 · 41% from United States

The Chevrolet MASTER is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 167 registered across model years 1933 to 1952. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 3.5L 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 MASTER.

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167 On NZ Roads
3.5L Engine

Fuel Types

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

PETROL 99% OTHER 1%

Fleet Age Profile

How many Chevrolet MASTER 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 MASTER fleet age profile: 1934: 22, 1937: 33, 1938: 36, 1939: 63.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Chevrolet MASTER engine sizes: 3.5L 11%, 1.8L 4%, 3.0L 3%, 3.3L 3%, 3.4L 3%.

Imported From

Chevrolet MASTER imported from: United States 41%, Canada 32%, Not Known 20%, New Zealand 7%, Australia 1%.

Colours

GREEN 44 (26%)
RED 37 (22%)
BLUE 28 (17%)
BLACK 24 (14%)
WHITE 7 (4%)
PURPLE 6 (4%)
BROWN 5 (3%)
GREY 4 (2%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Chevrolet MASTER regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 24, CHRISTCHURCH: 11, TIMARU: 10, DUNEDIN: 9, WAIMAKARIRI: 7.

Body Types

SALOON 94%
STATION WAGON 2%
SPORTS CAR 2%
UTILITY 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 MASTER are there in New Zealand?

There are 167 Chevrolet MASTER vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1933 to 1952.

What body type is the Chevrolet MASTER?

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

Are Chevrolet MASTER cars imported or NZ-new?

41% of Chevrolet MASTER 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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