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Holden PREMIER

996 registered in New Zealand · 1962–1980 · 82% from Not Known

The Holden PREMIER is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 996 registered across model years 1962 to 1980. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 4.1L 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 PREMIER.

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996 On NZ Roads
4.1L Engine

Fuel Types

Holden PREMIER fuel type breakdown: PETROL 99%, LPG 0%, DIESEL 0%, OTHER 0%.

PETROL 99% LPG 0% DIESEL 0% OTHER 0%

Fleet Age Profile

How many Holden PREMIER 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.

Holden PREMIER fleet age profile: 1976: 28, 1977: 86, 1978: 79, 1979: 74, 1980: 31.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Holden PREMIER engine sizes: 4.1L 13%, 5.0L 8%, 4.1L 7%, 3.0L 7%, 5.0L 6%.

Imported From

Holden PREMIER imported from: Not Known 82%, Australia 15%, New Zealand 4%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Holden PREMIER NZ arrival timeline: 2016: 2, 2018: 1, 2019: 2, 2022: 1, 2024: 1.

Colours

BLUE 233 (23%)
GREEN 228 (23%)
GOLD 129 (13%)
BROWN 94 (9%)
RED 76 (8%)
BLACK 46 (5%)
SILVER 39 (4%)
WHITE 36 (4%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Holden PREMIER regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 132, CHRISTCHURCH: 63, INVERCARGILL: 48, SOUTHLAND: 42, GORE: 32.

Body Types

SALOON 88%
STATION WAGON 12%
LIGHT VAN 0%
SPORTS CAR 0%

Similar Cars

1 Holden logo
Holden Commodore 49,259
1978–2022 11.1 L/100km
2 Ford logo
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 Holden PREMIER are there in New Zealand?

There are 996 Holden PREMIER vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1962 to 1980.

What body type is the Holden PREMIER?

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

Are Holden PREMIER cars imported or NZ-new?

82% of Holden PREMIER vehicles in New Zealand originated from Not Known. 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.

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