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Riley ELF

191 registered in New Zealand · 1963–1970 · 87% from Not Known

The Riley ELF is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 191 registered across model years 1963 to 1970. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 1.0L 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 ELF.

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191 On NZ Roads
1.0L Engine

Fuel Types

Riley ELF fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

PETROL 100%

Fleet Age Profile

How many Riley ELF 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.

Riley ELF fleet age profile: 1966: 31, 1967: 34, 1968: 34, 1969: 37, 1970: 12.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Riley ELF engine sizes: 1.0L 92%, 1.3L 2%, 0.8L 1%, 1.0L 1%, 1.0L 1%.

Imported From

Riley ELF imported from: Not Known 87%, United Kingdom 10%, New Zealand 2%.

Colours

GREEN 45 (24%)
BLUE 44 (23%)
WHITE 32 (17%)
RED 25 (13%)
CREAM 20 (10%)
YELLOW 18 (9%)
GREY 4 (2%)
BLACK 1 (1%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Riley ELF regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 24, CHRISTCHURCH: 20, DUNEDIN: 9, TAURANGA: 9, NEW PLYMOUTH: 8.

Body Types

SALOON 98%
STATION WAGON 1%
HATCHBACK 1%
SPORTS CAR 1%

Similar Cars

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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 Riley ELF are there in New Zealand?

There are 191 Riley ELF vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1963 to 1970.

What body type is the Riley ELF?

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

Are Riley ELF cars imported or NZ-new?

87% of Riley ELF vehicles in New Zealand originated from Not Known. 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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