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Studebaker PRESIDENT

23 registered in New Zealand · 1927–1958 · 65% from United States

The Studebaker PRESIDENT is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 23 registered across model years 1927 to 1958. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 4.0L 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 PRESIDENT.

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23 On NZ Roads
4.0L Engine

Fuel Types

Studebaker PRESIDENT fuel type breakdown: PETROL 96%, LPG 4%.

PETROL 96% LPG 4%

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Studebaker PRESIDENT engine sizes: 4.0L 9%, 4.2L 9%, 2.6L 4%, 3.0L 4%, 3.5L 4%.

Imported From

Studebaker PRESIDENT imported from: United States 65%, Not Known 35%.

When They Arrived in NZ

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

Studebaker PRESIDENT NZ arrival timeline: 2014: 1, 2016: 1, 2017: 1, 2022: 1, 2023: 1.

Colours

BLUE 4 (17%)
BLACK 4 (17%)
GREEN 3 (13%)
CREAM 3 (13%)
YELLOW 2 (9%)
SILVER 2 (9%)
WHITE 2 (9%)
RED 1 (4%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Studebaker PRESIDENT regional distribution: TIMARU: 3, HURUNUI: 3, KAPITI COAST: 2, NEW PLYMOUTH: 2, KAIPARA: 2.

Body Types

SALOON 74%
STATION WAGON 13%
SPORTS CAR 9%
CONVERTIBLE 4%

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 Studebaker PRESIDENT are there in New Zealand?

There are 23 Studebaker PRESIDENT vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1927 to 1958.

What body type is the Studebaker PRESIDENT?

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

Are Studebaker PRESIDENT cars imported or NZ-new?

65% of Studebaker PRESIDENT vehicles in New Zealand originated from United States. A mix of NZ-new and imported vehicles make up the fleet. Check the import status and origin country for the specific year you're considering on the individual year pages.

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