1975 Citroen DS23 Fuel Injection

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Highlights

Elegant and highly original DS Pallas with 2.3 litres of fuel injection
Roadworthiness certificate valid until November 2024
Recent maintenance and suspension upgrade
One of the last cars built before the end of production
A highly original, unmodified classic

A plus

Throughout its long life, the DS has only improved. The latest cars, like this one, have been given more power and more luxury to complement the subtleties of Opron's design. This handsome, late-series metallic-gold grand tourer is perhaps the latest version of the saloon, a top-of-the-range Pallas with the 140bhp 2.3-litre fuel-injected engine.

It's in truly incredible condition, as if frozen in time - look inside and out and you'll come across a car as it would have left the factory 50 years ago. Recent servicing and work on the suspension and cooling system mean that it is in excellent mechanical condition. This point is underlined by the MOT, which runs until November 2024. A very handsome and honest example of one of these magnificent cars.

History and documents

First registration on 1 January 1975
Production of DS ended in April of this year
2,340 worth of work in May 2022 detailed below at 35,832 kms
Now showing 36,080 kms
Technical inspection until 23 November 2024 with few remarks
135,916 kms displayed at technical inspection
Some old invoices included

Service work in May 2022:

Engine checked and restarted
Battery replaced
Water pump and thermostat replaced
Replacement of the four spark plugs
New engine mounts
Change engine oil and filter
Coolant flushed and replaced
Replace fuel filter
Check suspension
Engine seals replaced

Condition

Factory Pallas in metallic gold with highly original condition
The paintwork presents well with a neat finish
There is some localized paint touch-up work such as on the front passenger fender
Retains its exterior features
Factory Pallas and badges Very well preserved tan and white interior in very good condition
A few signs of wear on the interior, and those that are there are very slight
Vinyl and tan velour seats in very good condition with only light wear
Interior accessories in very good condition with few obvious alterations
Appears to be fitted with an original or period radio

The Mechanics

2,347 cc, 140 bhp, 4-cylinder, fuel-injected engine
4-speed automatic gearbox with column shifter
Recent mechanical overhaul summarised above
Current MOT
No operating or driving problems reported.

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