Wolseley 15/50

14 registered in New Zealand · 1956–1958 · 43% from United Kingdom

The Wolseley 15/50 is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 14 registered across model years 1956 to 1958. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 1.5L 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 15/50.

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14 On NZ Roads
1.5L Engine

Fuel Types

Wolseley 15/50 fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Wolseley 15/50 engine sizes: 1.5L 36%, 1.4L 21%, 1.5L 21%, 1.3L 7%, 1.6L 7%.

Imported From

Wolseley 15/50 imported from: United Kingdom 43%, Not Known 36%, New Zealand 21%.

Colours

GREEN 4 (29%)
BLACK 2 (14%)
GREY 2 (14%)
RED 2 (14%)
PURPLE 1 (7%)
BROWN 1 (7%)
CREAM 1 (7%)
BLUE 1 (7%)

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

Where They Are in NZ

Wolseley 15/50 regional distribution: CHRISTCHURCH: 2, KAPITI COAST: 2, LOWER HUTT: 1, MATAMATA-PIAKO: 1, TIMARU: 1.

Body Types

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 Wolseley 15/50 are there in New Zealand?

There are 14 Wolseley 15/50 vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1956 to 1958.

What body type is the Wolseley 15/50?

The Wolseley 15/50 is primarily classified as a saloon in the NZTA fleet register. The most common fuel type is petrol.

Are Wolseley 15/50 cars imported or NZ-new?

43% of Wolseley 15/50 vehicles in New Zealand originated from United Kingdom. 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.