Oldsmobile STARFIRE

16 registered in New Zealand · 1961–1979 · 94% from United States

The Oldsmobile STARFIRE is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 16 registered across model years 1961 to 1979. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 6.5L 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 STARFIRE.

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16 On NZ Roads
6.5L Engine

Fuel Types

Oldsmobile STARFIRE fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Oldsmobile STARFIRE engine sizes: 6.5L 19%, 6.5L 19%, 1.7L 6%, 5.3L 6%, 5.7L 6%.

Imported From

Oldsmobile STARFIRE imported from: United States 94%, Not Known 6%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Oldsmobile STARFIRE NZ arrival timeline: 2017: 2, 2022: 1, 2023: 1, 2024: 1, 2026: 1.

Colours

RED 6 (38%)
BLUE 3 (19%)
BROWN 2 (13%)
WHITE 2 (13%)
GREY 1 (6%)
SILVER 1 (6%)
CREAM 1 (6%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Oldsmobile STARFIRE regional distribution: TIMARU: 3, UPPER HUTT: 2, HAMILTON: 2, CHRISTCHURCH: 2, AUCKLAND: 2.

Body Types

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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 STARFIRE are there in New Zealand?

There are 16 Oldsmobile STARFIRE vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1961 to 1979.

What body type is the Oldsmobile STARFIRE?

The Oldsmobile STARFIRE is primarily classified as a saloon in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: sports car, convertible. The most common fuel type is petrol.

Are Oldsmobile STARFIRE cars imported or NZ-new?

94% of Oldsmobile STARFIRE vehicles in New Zealand originated from United States. 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.