Land Rover SERIES 2

57 registered in New Zealand · 1952–1988 · 63% from United Kingdom

The Land Rover SERIES 2 is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 57 registered across model years 1952 to 1988. Most are petrol-powered station wagons with a 2.3L 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 2.

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57 On NZ Roads
2.3L Engine

Fuel Types

Land Rover SERIES 2 fuel type breakdown: PETROL 93%, DIESEL 7%.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Land Rover SERIES 2 engine sizes: 2.3L 47%, 2.3L 7%, 2.4L 4%, 3.3L 4%, 2.0L 2%.

Imported From

Land Rover SERIES 2 imported from: United Kingdom 63%, Not Known 23%, New Zealand 12%, Australia 2%.

When They Arrived in NZ

When Land Rover SERIES 2 vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.

Land Rover SERIES 2 NZ arrival timeline: 2003: 1, 2009: 1, 2011: 1, 2018: 1.

Colours

GREEN 30 (53%)
BLUE 11 (19%)
GREY 5 (9%)
CREAM 4 (7%)
BROWN 3 (5%)
WHITE 2 (4%)
BLACK 1 (2%)
YELLOW 1 (2%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Land Rover SERIES 2 regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 11, CHRISTCHURCH: 8, TIMARU: 5, NELSON: 3, TAURANGA: 3.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Land Rover SERIES 2 are there in New Zealand?

There are 57 Land Rover SERIES 2 vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1952 to 1988.

What body type is the Land Rover SERIES 2?

The Land Rover SERIES 2 is primarily classified as a station wagon in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: utility, light van, convertible. The most common fuel type is petrol.

Are Land Rover SERIES 2 cars imported or NZ-new?

63% of Land Rover SERIES 2 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.