It was the 48th New Zealand Grand Prix and was open to Formula Ford cars.

The event was dominated by Jonny Reid who completed a clean sweep of pole position, fastest lap and race win.

As with the previous years event, the Grand Prix was held over two 20-lap segments.

This was a measure implemented as the Formula Ford fuel tank did not have the capacity to negotiate the full 40 laps.

Veteran Ken Smith was livid with the driving standards during the race and let know his feelings to the offenders.