Ford ZEPHYR

1,259 registered in New Zealand · 1951–1979 · 66% from Not Known

The Ford ZEPHYR is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 1,259 registered across model years 1951 to 1979. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 2.6L 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 ZEPHYR.

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1,259 On NZ Roads
2.6L Engine

Fuel Types

Ford ZEPHYR fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%, DIESEL 0%.

Fleet Age Profile

How many Ford ZEPHYR 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 ZEPHYR fleet age profile: 1965: 236, 1966: 48, 1969: 27, 1970: 29, 1971: 29.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Ford ZEPHYR engine sizes: 2.6L 52%, 2.3L 7%, 3.0L 4%, 2.3L 3%, 2.3L 2%.

Imported From

Ford ZEPHYR imported from: Not Known 66%, United Kingdom 21%, New Zealand 12%, Australia 0%, Other 0%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Ford ZEPHYR NZ arrival timeline: 2005: 1, 2008: 1, 2013: 1, 2015: 1, 2023: 1.

Colours

BLUE 311 (25%)
GREEN 222 (18%)
RED 179 (14%)
WHITE 171 (14%)
GREY 94 (7%)
BLACK 75 (6%)
BROWN 70 (6%)
YELLOW 38 (3%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Ford ZEPHYR regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 136, CHRISTCHURCH: 75, TIMARU: 56, INVERCARGILL: 52, WAIMAKARIRI: 50.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Ford ZEPHYR are there in New Zealand?

There are 1,259 Ford ZEPHYR vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1951 to 1979.

What body type is the Ford ZEPHYR?

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

Are Ford ZEPHYR cars imported or NZ-new?

66% of Ford ZEPHYR 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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