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Pontiac CHIEFTAIN

19 registered in New Zealand · 1949–1958 · 100% from United States

The Pontiac CHIEFTAIN is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 19 registered across model years 1949 to 1958. 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 CHIEFTAIN.

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19 On NZ Roads
5.7L Engine

Fuel Types

Pontiac CHIEFTAIN fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

PETROL 100%

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Pontiac CHIEFTAIN engine sizes: 5.7L 11%, 3.9L 5%, 4.1L 5%, 4.4L 5%, 4.4L 5%.

Imported From

Pontiac CHIEFTAIN imported from: United States 100%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Pontiac CHIEFTAIN NZ arrival timeline: 2020: 1, 2022: 4, 2023: 1, 2024: 1, 2025: 1.

Colours

RED 3 (16%)
GREY 2 (11%)
WHITE 2 (11%)
BLACK 2 (11%)
GREEN 2 (11%)
BLUE 2 (11%)
BROWN 2 (11%)
CREAM 1 (5%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Pontiac CHIEFTAIN regional distribution: HAMILTON: 4, WESTERN BAY OF PLENTY: 2, CHRISTCHURCH: 2, MARLBOROUGH: 1, MANAWATU: 1.

Body Types

SALOON 79%
CONVERTIBLE 11%
STATION WAGON 5%
SPORTS CAR 5%

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 Pontiac CHIEFTAIN are there in New Zealand?

There are 19 Pontiac CHIEFTAIN vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1949 to 1958.

What body type is the Pontiac CHIEFTAIN?

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

Are Pontiac CHIEFTAIN cars imported or NZ-new?

100% of Pontiac CHIEFTAIN 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.

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