The Austin 7, also known as the Baby Austin, was a popular car in New Zealand during the 1920s and 1930s. It had a small but efficient engine, ranging from 747cc to 900cc, and could achieve up to 50 miles per gallon.
The Austin 7 was a versatile car, used for everything from family transportation to racing. It was also affordable, making it accessible to many New Zealanders. Today, the Austin 7 is a beloved classic car in New Zealand, with many enthusiasts still driving and restoring them.
Browse our Austin 7 vehicles
We include in these search results any new and used vehicles for sale across New Zealand including the major centres such as Auckland (Auckland Region), Wellington (Wellington Region), Christchurch (Canterbury Region), Hamilton (Waikato Region), Tauranga (Bay of Plenty Region), Napier-Hastings (Hawke's Bay Region), Dunedin (Otago Region), Palmerston North (Manawatū Region), Nelson (Nelson Region), Queenstown (Otago Region), Rotorua (Bay of Plenty Region) and Whangārei (Northland Region).
Technical Specifications
- Engine: 747 cc side-valve inline-four
- Horsepower: 10-17 hp
- Transmission: 3-speed manual
- Top Speed: 56-65 km/h
- Weight: 380-450 kg
- Wheelbase: 1.78 metres
- Length: 2.74 metres
- Width: 1.22 metres
- Fuel Capacity: 18 litres
- Brakes: Mechanical drum brakes
This is a guide – technical specifications may vary vehicle to vehicle.
Austin 7 variants
Variant | Overview | Tech Specs |
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Austin 7 Ruby | Classic 1930s design, 0.7L engine, 3-speed manual transmission. | Engine: 0.7L Transmission: 3-speed manual |
Austin 7 Pearl | Updated version of the Ruby, 0.8L engine, 4-speed manual transmission. | Engine: 0.8L Transmission: 4-speed manual |
Austin 7 Seven | Basic model, 0.7L engine, 3-speed manual transmission. | Engine: 0.7L Transmission: 3-speed manual |
Austin 7 Mini | Smaller version of the Seven, 0.6L engine, 4-speed manual transmission. | Engine: 0.6L Transmission: 4-speed manual |
Austin 7 Countryman | Estate car version, 0.8L engine, 4-speed manual transmission. | Engine: 0.8L Transmission: 4-speed manual |
Consult official manufacturer websites for the latest data.