Land Rover SERIES III

11 registered in New Zealand · 1971–1982 · 82% from United Kingdom

The Land Rover SERIES III is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 11 registered across model years 1971 to 1982. 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 III.

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11 On NZ Roads
2.3L Engine

Fuel Types

Land Rover SERIES III fuel type breakdown: PETROL 82%, DIESEL 18%.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Land Rover SERIES III engine sizes: 2.3L 64%, 2.5L 18%, 2.9L 9%, 3.5L 9%.

Imported From

Land Rover SERIES III imported from: United Kingdom 82%, Not Known 18%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Land Rover SERIES III NZ arrival timeline: 2017: 1, 2018: 1, 2021: 1, 2023: 1.

Colours

BLUE 3 (27%)
GREEN 2 (18%)
CREAM 2 (18%)
SILVER 1 (9%)
GREY 1 (9%)
BROWN 1 (9%)
WHITE 1 (9%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Land Rover SERIES III regional distribution: CHRISTCHURCH: 4, QUEENSTOWN-LAKES: 1, DUNEDIN: 1, UPPER HUTT: 1, TASMAN: 1.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 11 Land Rover SERIES III vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1971 to 1982.

What body type is the Land Rover SERIES III?

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

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

82% of Land Rover SERIES III 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.