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Oldsmobile REGENCY

12 registered in New Zealand · 1937–1989 · 58% from United States

The Oldsmobile REGENCY is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 12 registered across model years 1937 to 1989. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 5.7L 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 REGENCY.

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12 On NZ Roads
5.7L Engine

Fuel Types

Oldsmobile REGENCY fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

PETROL 100%

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Oldsmobile REGENCY engine sizes: 5.7L 33%, 3.8L 17%, 5.0L 8%, 5.7L 8%, 5.8L 8%.

Imported From

Oldsmobile REGENCY imported from: United States 58%, Other 25%, Not Known 8%, New Zealand 8%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Oldsmobile REGENCY NZ arrival timeline: 2000: 1, 2004: 1, 2006: 1, 2013: 1.

Colours

RED 4 (33%)
BLUE 3 (25%)
BROWN 1 (8%)
GREY 1 (8%)
GOLD 1 (8%)
SILVER 1 (8%)
GREEN 1 (8%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Oldsmobile REGENCY regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 3, TAURANGA: 3, WAIMAKARIRI: 1, WHANGAREI: 1, CHRISTCHURCH: 1.

Body Types

SALOON 100%

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 Oldsmobile REGENCY are there in New Zealand?

There are 12 Oldsmobile REGENCY vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1937 to 1989.

What body type is the Oldsmobile REGENCY?

The Oldsmobile REGENCY is primarily classified as a saloon in the NZTA fleet register. The most common fuel type is petrol.

Are Oldsmobile REGENCY cars imported or NZ-new?

58% of Oldsmobile REGENCY vehicles in New Zealand originated from United States. 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.

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