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Ford CONSUL

140 registered in New Zealand · 1950–1973 · 66% from Not Known

The Ford CONSUL is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 140 registered across model years 1950 to 1973. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 1.7L 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 CONSUL.

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140 On NZ Roads
1.7L Engine

Fuel Types

Ford CONSUL fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

PETROL 100%

Fleet Age Profile

How many Ford CONSUL 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 CONSUL fleet age profile: 1952: 13, 1953: 11, 1955: 13, 1961: 21, 1962: 26.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Ford CONSUL engine sizes: 1.7L 17%, 1.3L 14%, 1.5L 14%, 1.5L 6%, 1.6L 6%.

Imported From

Ford CONSUL imported from: Not Known 66%, United Kingdom 23%, New Zealand 11%.

Colours

GREEN 38 (27%)
BLUE 25 (18%)
RED 18 (13%)
WHITE 13 (9%)
GREY 10 (7%)
BLACK 10 (7%)
CREAM 9 (6%)
BROWN 9 (6%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Ford CONSUL regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 16, CHRISTCHURCH: 11, SELWYN: 8, TAURANGA: 7, WHANGAREI: 7.

Body Types

SALOON 93%
CONVERTIBLE 4%
SPORTS CAR 3%
STATION WAGON 1%

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1960–2020 11.5 L/100km
3 Toyota logo
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1980–2026 7.3 L/100km
4 Toyota logo
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5 Honda logo
Honda Accord 20,130
1978–2020 7.9 L/100km

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Ford CONSUL are there in New Zealand?

There are 140 Ford CONSUL vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1950 to 1973.

What body type is the Ford CONSUL?

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

Are Ford CONSUL cars imported or NZ-new?

66% of Ford CONSUL vehicles in New Zealand originated from Not Known. 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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