Ford A

361 registered in New Zealand · 1926–2012 · 40% from United States

The Ford A is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 361 registered across model years 1926 to 2012. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 3.3L 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 A.

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361 On NZ Roads
3.3L Engine

Fuel Types

Ford A fuel type breakdown: PETROL 99%, OTHER 1%.

Fleet Age Profile

How many Ford A 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.

Ford A fleet age profile: 1928: 82, 1929: 43, 1930: 178, 1931: 41.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Ford A engine sizes: 3.3L 12%, 3.0L 9%, 2.0L 8%, 2.5L 6%, 2.4L 5%.

Imported From

Ford A imported from: United States 40%, Not Known 40%, New Zealand 10%, Canada 6%, United Kingdom 4%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Ford A NZ arrival timeline: 2017: 2, 2018: 3, 2019: 1, 2023: 1, 2024: 1.

Colours

GREEN 95 (26%)
BLUE 67 (19%)
BLACK 66 (18%)
BROWN 41 (11%)
RED 30 (8%)
GREY 27 (7%)
YELLOW 16 (4%)
CREAM 8 (2%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Ford A regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 60, CHRISTCHURCH: 33, WAIMAKARIRI: 20, TASMAN: 15, SELWYN: 12.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Ford A are there in New Zealand?

There are 361 Ford A vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1926 to 2012.

What body type is the Ford A?

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

Are Ford A cars imported or NZ-new?

40% of Ford A 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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