Ford RANCHERO

10 registered in New Zealand · 1958–1979 · 100% from United States

The Ford RANCHERO is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 10 registered across model years 1958 to 1979. Most are petrol-powered utilitys with a 5.8L 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 RANCHERO.

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10 On NZ Roads
5.8L Engine

Fuel Types

Ford RANCHERO fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Ford RANCHERO engine sizes: 5.8L 20%, 3.9L 10%, 4.1L 10%, 4.3L 10%, 5.7L 10%.

Imported From

Ford RANCHERO imported from: United States 100%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Ford RANCHERO NZ arrival timeline: 2007: 2, 2008: 1, 2015: 1, 2017: 1, 2018: 2.

Colours

BLACK 5 (50%)
WHITE 2 (20%)
BROWN 1 (10%)
ORANGE 1 (10%)
RED 1 (10%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Ford RANCHERO regional distribution: LOWER HUTT: 2, MASTERTON: 1, CENTRAL OTAGO: 1, HOROWHENUA: 1, AUCKLAND: 1.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Ford RANCHERO are there in New Zealand?

There are 10 Ford RANCHERO vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1958 to 1979.

What body type is the Ford RANCHERO?

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

Are Ford RANCHERO cars imported or NZ-new?

100% of Ford RANCHERO vehicles in New Zealand originated from United States. The majority arrived as used imports, which is typical for this model. Check the import status and origin country for the specific year you're considering on the individual year pages.