Seamless Transfers, Zero Cost: South Island Car Delivery on Us!
Pick up at any of our commercial addresses
We offer a convenience and flexibility with our exceptional car pick-up service available at any commercial address in the South Island! We understand that your time is precious, and our commitment is to provide you with swift, hassle-free access to your desired vehicle, right when and where you need it. Choose from a wide range of top-quality used cars. Our dedicated team is always on standby, ready to assist you and ensure your pick-up process is smooth and enjoyable. So, why wait?
* Does not apply to promotional or discounted vehicles.
How it works
Pick your dream car
Check out our online inventory featuring hundreds of high-quality used cars. Filter through options based on your preferences for model, make, year, and more. Once you’ve found your perfect match, you are just a few clicks away from owning your next dream car.
Test Drive, Cover and Same Day Drive-Away
Reach out and have a conversation with our friendly sales team, who are here to guide you through the process and answer any questions you might have. They’re not just there to help you make a decision; they’re also skilled in facilitating the financing of your car, ensuring that everything can be handled securely and conveniently online.
Pick Up Your Car
After finalising your purchase, simply head to the car yard nearest to you at a time that suits your schedule. Within a week from your purchase date, your car will be prepped, polished, and ready for you to take the wheel. We ensure a quick and seamless process, so you can enjoy your new ride without delay.
With these straightforward steps, securing your next used car is easy, convenient, and tailored to fit your busy lifestyle.
AA Preferred Dealer
The AA Appraised sticker is presented on the inside of the vehicle windscreen, providing you with the peace of mind and confidence of driving a used car that has had an AA Appraisal. Valid for 3 months from the date of appraisal or 500km, whichever occurs first.
Plus our cars are thoroughly checked, so you can be sure there’s no finance owing and that they haven’t been stolen or written off.
The Portage Cars Standard
We only Select Quality Vehicles
Every car is handpicked, the highest quality vehicles are purchased by our specialist team of buyers in Japan.
A+ Shipping and Importing Solution
We arrange the transport of each vehicle from the ports in Japan to the designated port here in New Zealand.
Peace of Mind Expertise
We only choose AA compliance centres to handle the Safety checking on each and every vehicle.
Full Grooming, Polish and Shampoo
An independent check is carried out on every vehicle by our own Workshop. This includes panel condition, interior condition, physical appearance and drive quality.
Our Reviews
gaurav harish
I recently purchased a used Mazda Premacy from Portage Cars, and I can confidently say it was one of the best car-buying experiences I’ve had.
From the start, Sagar was incredibly honest and transparent about the vehicle. I had been looking at a few other cars as well, and when I discussed them with him, he gave genuine, unbiased feedback — which actually matched what I had already read in other reviews. That level of honesty made a big difference and helped me make the right decision. Sagar is truly the kind of person everyone needs when they’re trying to decide on an important purchase — calm, knowledgeable, and focused on what’s best for the customer.
I was specifically searching for a reliable 7-seater family car within my budget, and the Mazda Premacy was a perfect fit. On top of that, I received a very fair and competitive trade-in deal, which made the whole experience even better.
Both Logan and Sagar have a sharp eye for detail and truly understand how to engage with customers in a professional yet friendly way. They make sure customers feel comfortable, informed, and confident — and that they leave happy with their purchase.
The entire process was smooth, transparent, and stress-free. I really appreciate the honesty, professionalism, and customer care shown by both of them. I would absolutely look forward to buying another vehicle from Portage Cars in the future and highly recommend them to anyone looking for a quality used car.
Thank you, Sagar and Logan!
Hassan Hussein
I had an outstanding experience with Shane at Portage Cars. From the very beginning, he handled everything with a high level of professionalism and care. His business acumen was top-notch, and his attitude was humble and genuinely dedicated to ensuring I felt confident and supported. He took care of every detail, explained everything thoroughly, and promised me that if I ever needed anything or had concerns, I could bring the car back. I highly recommend Shane to anyone looking for a reliable, trustworthy car-buying experience
AJ
Thanks for the great service provided by Sam. We were looking for a economical runabout after our much loved little Toyota Echo was hit while parked and written off. We had our eyes set on a Nissan Note E Power for which there there were a few in the yard at Portage Sam helped us with picking the one he thought was best suited. A few minor scratches and a small dent were sorted straight away and the paperwork done and dusted without any issues. We have only driven the Note for a few days now but it is a fantastic little car. We hope to have a long reliable run out of it like our last car. We recommend Portage Cars if you are on the lookout for a new ride and great service.
FAQs
We sure do! Here at Portage, we want to help you squeeze every last dollar out of your old car, so we offer trade-in deals that will help fund your new set of wheels. We provide a free, no-obligation trade exchange valuation, which we guarantee for up to 7 days. Our expert valuers are on hand to ensure you get the best price for your old car. Find out more about our car trade-in process.
Portage Cars is well and truly your local! We have car dealerships up and down the country, meaning you’re never too far from a deal. Visit our locations page to find a Portage Cars branch near you.
Portage Cars opening hours are usually 9 am to 5 pm across all our locations. Our larger car dealerships may be open from 8 am to 6 pm. With summer being the busy season, you’ll be pleased to find we are open a little later on those sunny days. You can visit our location pages for more detailed information on our opening hours.
While the individual cars are not specifically AA-approved, Portage Cars is an AA-approved dealer. This means we have been certified by AA to meet their quality standards. Buying a used car from an AA-approved dealership like ourselves will mean that our inspectors have thoroughly checked your car to ensure it’s roadworthy and ready for its new journey.
Our staff are experts at matching drivers with new rides. Before hunting down the perfect car, we’ll start by probing you for extra information on your wants and needs. Everyone should have a car that matches their personality and lifestyle, and with Portage Cars, that’s exactly what you’ll get.