Land Rover SERIES 3

43 registered in New Zealand · 1965–1989 · 72% from United Kingdom

The Land Rover SERIES 3 is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 43 registered across model years 1965 to 1989. 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 3.

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43 On NZ Roads
2.3L Engine

Fuel Types

Land Rover SERIES 3 fuel type breakdown: PETROL 84%, DIESEL 16%.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Land Rover SERIES 3 engine sizes: 2.3L 42%, 3.5L 9%, 2.3L 5%, 2.4L 5%, 2.8L 5%.

Imported From

Land Rover SERIES 3 imported from: United Kingdom 72%, Not Known 14%, New Zealand 9%, Australia 2%, South Africa 2%.

Colours

GREEN 17 (40%)
CREAM 7 (16%)
BLUE 7 (16%)
WHITE 4 (9%)
BLACK 3 (7%)
YELLOW 2 (5%)
RED 2 (5%)
BROWN 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 3 regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 7, CHRISTCHURCH: 6, WAIMAKARIRI: 3, TAUPO: 2, LOWER HUTT: 2.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Land Rover SERIES 3 are there in New Zealand?

There are 43 Land Rover SERIES 3 vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1965 to 1989.

What body type is the Land Rover SERIES 3?

The Land Rover SERIES 3 is primarily classified as a station wagon in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: utility, convertible, saloon. The most common fuel type is petrol.

Are Land Rover SERIES 3 cars imported or NZ-new?

72% of Land Rover SERIES 3 vehicles in New Zealand originated from United Kingdom. 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.