Pontiac TRANSAM

250 registered in New Zealand · 1970–2002 · 86% from United States

The Pontiac TRANSAM is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 250 registered across model years 1970 to 2002. Most are petrol-powered sports cars with a 6.6L 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 TRANSAM.

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250 On NZ Roads
6.6L Engine

Fuel Types

Pontiac TRANSAM fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Fleet Age Profile

How many Pontiac TRANSAM 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.

Pontiac TRANSAM fleet age profile: 1979: 43, 1982: 20, 1983: 10, 1984: 21, 1985: 13.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Pontiac TRANSAM engine sizes: 6.6L 24%, 5.0L 20%, 5.7L 10%, 4.9L 4%, 5.0L 3%.

Imported From

Pontiac TRANSAM imported from: United States 86%, Not Known 9%, Canada 4%, Japan 1%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Pontiac TRANSAM NZ arrival timeline: 2018: 5, 2019: 3, 2022: 2, 2023: 1, 2024: 3.

Colours

BLACK 91 (36%)
WHITE 41 (16%)
RED 39 (16%)
BLUE 26 (10%)
SILVER 18 (7%)
BROWN 9 (4%)
GOLD 9 (4%)
GREY 6 (2%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Pontiac TRANSAM regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 43, CHRISTCHURCH: 25, DUNEDIN: 13, WHANGAREI: 12, NEW PLYMOUTH: 11.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Pontiac TRANSAM are there in New Zealand?

There are 250 Pontiac TRANSAM vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1970 to 2002.

What body type is the Pontiac TRANSAM?

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

Are Pontiac TRANSAM cars imported or NZ-new?

86% of Pontiac TRANSAM 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.