Porsche 912

21 registered in New Zealand · 1966–1976 · 81% from Germany

The Porsche 912 is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 21 registered across model years 1966 to 1976. Most are petrol-powered sports cars with a 1.6L 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 912.

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21 On NZ Roads
1.6L Engine

Fuel Types

Porsche 912 fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Porsche 912 engine sizes: 1.6L 43%, 1.6L 19%, 1.6L 10%, 1.6L 5%, 1.8L 5%.

Imported From

Porsche 912 imported from: Germany 81%, Not Known 19%.

When They Arrived in NZ

When Porsche 912 vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.

Porsche 912 NZ arrival timeline: 2018: 1, 2020: 1, 2022: 1, 2023: 1, 2025: 1.

Colours

RED 9 (43%)
ORANGE 4 (19%)
BLUE 2 (10%)
GREY 2 (10%)
WHITE 2 (10%)
SILVER 1 (5%)
YELLOW 1 (5%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Porsche 912 regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 9, CHRISTCHURCH: 4, QUEENSTOWN-LAKES: 2, WHANGANUI: 1, WAIPA: 1.

Body Types

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Porsche 912 are there in New Zealand?

There are 21 Porsche 912 vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1966 to 1976.

What body type is the Porsche 912?

The Porsche 912 is primarily classified as a sports car in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: saloon. The most common fuel type is petrol.

Are Porsche 912 cars imported or NZ-new?

81% of Porsche 912 vehicles in New Zealand originated from Germany. 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.