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How much does a car cost in NZ these days?
Car prices differ depending on make and model, and whether the car is new or second hand.
The Automobile Association of New Zealand (AA) provides new car prices based on the manufacturers’ or importers’ recommended retail prices. The AA also provides information on second hand cars, insurance and New Zealand driver licenses.
The following list is provided as an overview of the cost (as at October 2005) of a new automatic car in New Zealand:
| BMW Z40 | $186,900 |
| Ford Focus 2.0 | $31,690 |
| Holden Vectra CD Hatch | $38,795 |
| Honda Civic VT-X Hatch | $27,200 |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.7 V8 | $78,900 |
| Mazda 6 Wagon GSX | $44,145 |
| Mini Cooper S | $48,900 |
| Mitsubishi Lancer VRX Wagon | $31,990 |
| Nissan Primera Ti Sedan CVT | $40,300 |
| Peugeot 206 Sport | $29,990 |
| Subaru Outback 2.5 | $46,990 |
| Toyota RAV 4 3-door | $39,050 |
| Volkswagen Beetle 2.0 | $39,990 |
There are numerous New Zealand websites that sell second-hand cars from one member of the public to another. One of the more popular websites is TradeMe.
It is also possible to import cars into New Zealand, although there are legal requirements that have to be met when this is done. These differ depending on whether you are importing a new or used motor vehicle. Land Transport New Zealand’s website has detailed fact sheets which will guide you through the process of importing a motor vehicle.
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