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Ford PREFECT

337 registered in New Zealand · 1938–2007 · 63% from Not Known

The Ford PREFECT is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 337 registered across model years 1938 to 2007. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 1.0L 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 PREFECT.

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337 On NZ Roads
1.0L Engine

Fuel Types

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

PETROL 99% OTHER 1%

Fleet Age Profile

How many Ford PREFECT 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 PREFECT fleet age profile: 1956: 22, 1957: 26, 1959: 28, 1960: 35, 1961: 30.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Ford PREFECT engine sizes: 1.0L 45%, 1.2L 20%, 1.0L 17%, 1.0L 2%, 1.0L 2%.

Imported From

Ford PREFECT imported from: Not Known 63%, United Kingdom 27%, New Zealand 8%, Australia 1%, United States 1%.

Colours

GREEN 86 (26%)
BLUE 85 (25%)
BROWN 33 (10%)
CREAM 28 (8%)
BLACK 27 (8%)
RED 22 (7%)
WHITE 20 (6%)
GREY 18 (5%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Ford PREFECT regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 57, CHRISTCHURCH: 27, HAMILTON: 15, TIMARU: 12, WAIMAKARIRI: 11.

Body Types

SALOON 99%
LIGHT VAN 1%
HATCHBACK 0%
SPORTS CAR 0%

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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 Ford PREFECT are there in New Zealand?

There are 337 Ford PREFECT vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1938 to 2007.

What body type is the Ford PREFECT?

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

Are Ford PREFECT cars imported or NZ-new?

63% of Ford PREFECT 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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