Plymouth BARRACUDA

94 registered in New Zealand · 1964–1974 · 93% from United States

The Plymouth BARRACUDA is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 94 registered across model years 1964 to 1974. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 5.2L 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 BARRACUDA.

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94 On NZ Roads
5.2L Engine

Fuel Types

Plymouth BARRACUDA fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Fleet Age Profile

How many Plymouth BARRACUDA vehicles from each manufacture year are still registered in NZ. Taller bars mean more of that year on the road — better parts availability and more mechanics who know it.

Plymouth BARRACUDA fleet age profile: 1967: 19, 1968: 10, 1970: 17, 1973: 12.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Plymouth BARRACUDA engine sizes: 5.2L 5%, 5.2L 5%, 3.7L 3%, 4.5L 3%, 5.6L 3%.

Imported From

Plymouth BARRACUDA imported from: United States 93%, Not Known 7%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Plymouth BARRACUDA NZ arrival timeline: 2021: 1, 2022: 1, 2023: 2, 2024: 2, 2025: 4.

Colours

RED 18 (19%)
GREEN 16 (17%)
BLUE 16 (17%)
ORANGE 11 (12%)
YELLOW 9 (10%)
BLACK 6 (6%)
BROWN 5 (5%)
PURPLE 4 (4%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Plymouth BARRACUDA regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 25, TAURANGA: 6, INVERCARGILL: 4, HAMILTON: 4, PALMERSTON NORTH: 4.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Plymouth BARRACUDA are there in New Zealand?

There are 94 Plymouth BARRACUDA vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1964 to 1974.

What body type is the Plymouth BARRACUDA?

The Plymouth BARRACUDA 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 Plymouth BARRACUDA cars imported or NZ-new?

93% of Plymouth BARRACUDA 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.