Land Rover SERIES 1
104 registered in New Zealand · 1948–1986 · 63% from United Kingdom
The Land Rover SERIES 1 is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 104 registered across model years 1948 to 1986. Most are petrol-powered utilitys 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 SERIES 1.
Fuel Types
Land Rover SERIES 1 fuel type breakdown: PETROL 97%, DIESEL 3%.
Fleet Age Profile
How many Land Rover SERIES 1 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.
Land Rover SERIES 1 fleet age profile: 1952: 14, 1953: 17, 1956: 11, 1957: 12, 1958: 15.
Drivetrain
Engine Size
Land Rover SERIES 1 engine sizes: 2.0L 17%, 2.0L 15%, 1.5L 12%, 1.6L 9%, 1.6L 5%.
Imported From
Land Rover SERIES 1 imported from: United Kingdom 63%, Not Known 18%, New Zealand 16%, South Africa 1%, Australia 1%.
When They Arrived in NZ
When Land Rover SERIES 1 vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.
Land Rover SERIES 1 NZ arrival timeline: 2016: 1, 2017: 1, 2019: 1, 2023: 2, 2025: 1.
Colours
Colours shown are approximate representations of NZTA basic colour categories, not exact manufacturer paint codes.
Where They Are in NZ
Land Rover SERIES 1 regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 15, CHRISTCHURCH: 10, QUEENSTOWN-LAKES: 6, TAURANGA: 6, DUNEDIN: 5.
Body Types
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many Land Rover SERIES 1 are there in New Zealand?
There are 104 Land Rover SERIES 1 vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1948 to 1986.
What body type is the Land Rover SERIES 1?
The Land Rover SERIES 1 is primarily classified as a utility in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: station wagon, convertible, light van. The most common fuel type is petrol.
Are Land Rover SERIES 1 cars imported or NZ-new?
63% of Land Rover SERIES 1 vehicles in New Zealand originated from United Kingdom. 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.
