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Northland Autos is a Whangārei car dealership and service centre on Porowini Avenue, selling new and used vehicles and servicing all makes and models since 1991. The business is the local dealer for GWM, Haval, Tank and ORA, offering utes, SUVs, hybrids, plug-in hybrids and fully electric vehicles, alongside a range of quality used cars. With finance, trade-ins, a workshop and a parts department in one place, it suits Northland drivers who want to buy and look after a vehicle locally.

Why customers choose Northland Autos

Local GWM dealer – new GWM, Haval, Tank and ORA vehicles, including the Cannon ute range and Haval hybrids.
New and used – a mix of new stock and selected used vehicles across petrol, diesel, hybrid and electric.
Workshop on site – servicing and WOFs for all makes, with factory-trained technicians for several brands.
Finance and trade-ins – finance arranged in-house and trade-ins of any make or model.
Established business – trading in Whangārei since 1991.
Loan cars – available for service customers when booked ahead.

Vehicles and services

New vehicles

As the Whangārei dealer for GWM and its sister brands, Northland Autos sells new GWM Cannon utes, Haval SUVs including the H6 and Jolion hybrids, the Tank 500 four-wheel drive, the ORA electric hatchback and the Cannon Alpha plug-in hybrid. New GWM vehicles come with the manufacturer’s seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty and roadside assistance.

Used vehicles

The used range covers cars, SUVs and utes from a variety of makes, selected for quality. Stock changes regularly, so it is worth checking what is currently in the yard.

Servicing, WOFs and parts

The workshop services and repairs all makes and models and carries out warrant of fitness inspections. Technicians are factory trained for GWM, Haval, Peugeot, Citroën and Foton. There is a parts and accessories department on site, and loan cars are available when booked in advance.

Finance

Northland Autos can arrange vehicle finance, including hire purchase and leasing, subject to normal lending criteria. An online calculator gives an estimate before you apply.

Trade-ins

Trade-ins of any make or model are accepted, and the team will give a no-obligation quote on your current vehicle.

How buying works

Browse and enquire – look at current stock and get in touch about the vehicles you are interested in.
Test drive – book a test drive at the Porowini Avenue yard.
Trade-in and finance – get a trade-in valuation and finance options if needed.
Drive away – and come back to the same team for servicing.

Who it’s for

Northland buyers looking for a new ute, SUV or electric vehicle
Families after a reliable used car
Tradespeople and farmers needing a work ute
Owners of GWM, Haval, Peugeot, Citroën and Foton vehicles needing servicing
Anyone wanting a WOF or service from a local workshop

Buying a car in Whangārei

Buying locally means you can see and drive a vehicle before you commit, and have the same dealer handle servicing and any warranty work afterwards. For Northland drivers, that saves trips to Auckland and keeps the relationship with someone nearby.

Tips for buying a vehicle

Check the warranty – know what is covered by the manufacturer and for how long.
Ask about servicing – find out where the vehicle can be serviced and what it costs.
Compare finance – look at the total cost, not just the weekly payment.
Get a trade-in figure early – it helps set your budget.
Take a proper test drive – include motorway and town driving if you can.

Background

Northland Autos has been selling and servicing vehicles in Whangārei since 1991 and is now the local dealer for GWM, Haval, Tank and ORA. The business runs sales, servicing, WOFs, parts and finance from its Porowini Avenue site.

Hours and pricing

Sales are open Monday to Saturday, with Sundays by appointment, and the service department is open weekdays. Vehicles are individually priced, servicing is quoted by job, and finance terms depend on the lender’s criteria.