Ford T

226 registered in New Zealand · 1910–2020 · 38% from Not Known

The Ford T is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 226 registered across model years 1910 to 2020. Most are petrol-powered convertibles with a 2.0L 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 T.

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226 On NZ Roads
2.0L Engine

Fuel Types

Ford T fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%, OTHER 0%.

Fleet Age Profile

How many Ford T 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 T fleet age profile: 1913: 13, 1923: 71, 1924: 14, 1926: 44, 1927: 17.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Ford T engine sizes: 2.0L 8%, 2.2L 5%, 2.9L 4%, 3.0L 4%, 2.5L 3%.

Imported From

Ford T imported from: Not Known 38%, United States 36%, New Zealand 13%, Canada 9%, United Kingdom 3%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Ford T NZ arrival timeline: 2017: 1, 2018: 1, 2019: 1, 2020: 1, 2023: 1.

Colours

BLACK 90 (40%)
RED 39 (17%)
GREEN 36 (16%)
BLUE 29 (13%)
YELLOW 8 (4%)
PURPLE 8 (4%)
GREY 6 (3%)
ORANGE 3 (1%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Ford T regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 30, CHRISTCHURCH: 25, WAIMAKARIRI: 9, TAURANGA: 8, DUNEDIN: 7.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Ford T are there in New Zealand?

There are 226 Ford T vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1910 to 2020.

What body type is the Ford T?

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

Are Ford T cars imported or NZ-new?

38% of Ford T 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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