Ford SHELBY
79 registered in New Zealand · 1966–2020 · 89% from United States
The Ford SHELBY is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 79 registered across model years 1966 to 2020. It averages 14 L/100km in fuel consumption . Most are petrol-powered sports cars with a 5.4L 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 SHELBY.
Fuel Types
Ford SHELBY fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.
Drivetrain
Engine Size
Ford SHELBY engine sizes: 5.4L 41%, 4.6L 13%, 5.8L 13%, 5.0L 6%, 7.0L 5%.
Imported From
Ford SHELBY imported from: United States 89%, Not Known 6%, Other 1%, Canada 1%, New Zealand 1%.
When They Arrived in NZ
When Ford SHELBY vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.
Ford SHELBY NZ arrival timeline: 2017: 1, 2020: 1, 2021: 3, 2022: 1, 2023: 1.
Estimated Running Costs
Select a model year to estimate fuel costs for that specific Ford SHELBY.
Colours
Colours shown are approximate representations of NZTA basic colour categories, not exact manufacturer paint codes.
Where They Are in NZ
Ford SHELBY regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 16, CHRISTCHURCH: 8, MATAMATA-PIAKO: 4, DUNEDIN: 4, LOWER HUTT: 3.
Body Types
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many Ford SHELBY are there in New Zealand?
There are 79 Ford SHELBY vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1966 to 2020.
How much does it cost to run a Ford SHELBY?
Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Ford SHELBY averages 14 L/100km. At current fuel prices ($3.41/L), that works out to roughly $110 per week or $5,729 per year in fuel, assuming 12,000 km of annual driving. Actual costs vary by model year, driving conditions, and fuel type.
What body type is the Ford SHELBY?
The Ford SHELBY is primarily classified as a sports car in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: saloon, convertible, hatchback. The most common fuel type is petrol.
Are Ford SHELBY cars imported or NZ-new?
89% of Ford SHELBY 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.