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Ford V8

455 registered in New Zealand · 1932–1994 · 39% from Not Known

The Ford V8 is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 455 registered across model years 1932 to 1994. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 3.0L 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 V8.

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455 On NZ Roads
3.0L Engine

Fuel Types

Ford V8 fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%, OTHER 0%.

PETROL 100% OTHER 0%

Fleet Age Profile

How many Ford V8 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 V8 fleet age profile: 1938: 66, 1939: 69, 1946: 32, 1947: 29, 1948: 19.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Ford V8 engine sizes: 3.0L 27%, 3.6L 10%, 3.6L 4%, 3.5L 3%, 3.6L 2%.

Imported From

Ford V8 imported from: Not Known 39%, United States 39%, New Zealand 10%, Canada 6%, Australia 4%.

When They Arrived in NZ

When Ford V8 vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.

Ford V8 NZ arrival timeline: 2019: 3, 2020: 2, 2021: 3, 2022: 2, 2024: 1.

Colours

BLACK 86 (19%)
BLUE 85 (19%)
GREEN 83 (18%)
RED 83 (18%)
BROWN 32 (7%)
GREY 26 (6%)
CREAM 14 (3%)
PURPLE 11 (2%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Ford V8 regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 79, CHRISTCHURCH: 38, NAPIER: 19, INVERCARGILL: 17, MARLBOROUGH: 17.

Body Types

SALOON 88%
CONVERTIBLE 6%
SPORTS CAR 4%
STATION WAGON 1%

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1978–2022 11.1 L/100km
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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 V8 are there in New Zealand?

There are 455 Ford V8 vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1932 to 1994.

What body type is the Ford V8?

The Ford V8 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 V8 cars imported or NZ-new?

39% of Ford V8 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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