1988 Citroën 2CV6 Dolly

Highlights

  • Extensive mechanical work completed
  • Bright paintwork in great condition
  • Very tidy interior

The Appeal

Despite its enduring status as the definitive French car, in its twilight years the 2CV actually sold better outside France, in places like Germany and the UK. And when you see a brightly painted ‘Dolly’ bumbling its way along the street, it’s easy to see why it held such an international appeal for so long. You can’t help but smile in its presence. 
This particular 2CV is presented in superb condition inside and out, with very good paintwork and a well presented interior. The car looks to be in excellent condition underneath, having been carefully stored in a garage throughout the vendor’s ownership. 
It benefits from having had extensive mechanical work carried out in recent years, including overhauled brakes, clutch, kingpins and many more parts. This all adds up to make a car which is ready to be enjoyed, bringing a smile to passers by.

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The History and Paperwork

  • First registered 31st October 1988
  • MOT valid until 7th September 2023
  • V5C on vendor’s name
  • Historic MOT certificates on file
  • Invoices for parts and servicing
  • Spare keys included
  • Haynes manual
  • Purchased by the current owner in 2015 from a Citroën garage
  • Reportedly always garaged since

The Interior

  • Overall, this 2CV’s interior is very clean and tidy 
  • Diamond-stitched velour covers the seats and remains in good condition
  • The front seats show a little use, with the covers being slightly loose
  • Stout rubber matting covers the floors and appears to be newly installed
  • Simple instrument cluster comprising speedometer, fuel gauge and odometer
  • Dashboard mounted gearstick and handbrake lever
  • Convenient storage shelf in front of the front passengers
  • An air flap below the windscreen can be opened for ventilation 
  • The roof rolls back for open-air motoring
  • Front passengers are provided with three-point seatbelts
  • Lap bents for the rear passengers
  • The door cards are in very good condition, but some of the door seals could do with being refitted
  •  To the rear, the boot is spacious and very tidy
  • The vendor tells us that the boot lock could benefit from being adjusted
  • A full size spare wheel is provided and in excellent condition 

The Exterior 

  • Bold red and white paintwork, available as an option on the Dolly model
  • The paint is in generally very good condition throughout 
  • There are a few marks, blemishes and cracks, notably on the scuttle below the air vent, and that the corners of some of the side windows
  • The exterior trim looks good, with just a couple of. the door seals needing some attention
  • Wiper blades recently replaced
  • The car features charming fold-up side windows, with new catches fitted
  • Red fabric roof in great condition
  • The lamp lenses appear clear and bright
  • Underneath, the car looks remarkably clean and tidy
  • The steel wheels are superb, with excellent paint and smart chromed hubcaps
  • They wear a set of five new Michelin X tyres
  • The car has had a fog light fitted

The Mechanics 

  • 602cc two-cylinder engine 
  • The engine bay looks tidy
  • The running gear appears to be very well presented
  • The vendor informs that the following work has been carried out:
  • Front suspension kingpins stripped and replaced 
  • Driveshaft inner and outer boots stripped and replaced 
  • Front brake pads and handbrake pads replaced
  • Ignition lock/switch assembly stripped and replaced 
  • New clutch fitted 
  • Exhaust welded 
  • Repairs to wiring in engine bay 
  • New battery 
  • Replaced exhaust cross box
  • The car is said to start easily first time 
  • Changes gear smoothly
  • The kingpins have reportedly been greased annually

Summary

In all, this is a charming 2CV, presented in very good condition throughout. It has clearly been well cared for in recent years and looks like it would be a delight to own and drive.

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Vehicle specification
  • Year 1988
  • Make Citroen
  • Model 2CV6 Dolly
  • Colour Red/White
  • Odometer 68,436 Miles
  • Engine size 602
Auction Details
  • Seller Type Private
  • Town Tynemouth
  • Location Tyne and Wear
  • Country United Kingdom
Bidding history
25 bids
  • Da•••• £5,100 08/02/23
  • gr•••• £5,000 08/02/23
  • ra•••• £4,800 08/02/23
  • vi•••• £4,500 08/02/23
  • ra•••• £4,000 07/02/23
  • Da•••• £3,900 06/02/23
  • ra•••• £3,800 06/02/23
  • lb•••• £3,600 06/02/23
  • Sa•••• £3,500 05/02/23
  • Sa•••• £3,300 05/02/23
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