Ford CABRIOLET

27 registered in New Zealand · 1932–1987 · 63% from United States

The Ford CABRIOLET is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 27 registered across model years 1932 to 1987. Most are petrol-powered convertibles with a 3.6L 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 CABRIOLET.

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27 On NZ Roads
3.6L Engine

Fuel Types

Ford CABRIOLET fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Ford CABRIOLET engine sizes: 3.6L 11%, 5.7L 7%, 1.5L 4%, 1.6L 4%, 1.6L 4%.

Imported From

Ford CABRIOLET imported from: United States 63%, Not Known 15%, Japan 7%, Canada 7%, Germany 4%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Ford CABRIOLET NZ arrival timeline: 2017: 1, 2018: 2, 2019: 1, 2021: 4, 2022: 1.

Colours

RED 6 (22%)
BLACK 6 (22%)
GREEN 4 (15%)
WHITE 3 (11%)
BROWN 3 (11%)
BLUE 2 (7%)
ORANGE 1 (4%)
GOLD 1 (4%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Ford CABRIOLET regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 11, WHANGAREI: 2, TAURANGA: 2, WELLINGTON: 1, TASMAN: 1.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Ford CABRIOLET are there in New Zealand?

There are 27 Ford CABRIOLET vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1932 to 1987.

What body type is the Ford CABRIOLET?

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

Are Ford CABRIOLET cars imported or NZ-new?

63% of Ford CABRIOLET 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.