1993 Citroën BX 17 D Turbo
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Highlights
- Final year hatchback
- Only one owner until 2020
- Impressive period condition throughout
- 1769cc XUDYTE Turbodiesel I4 powerplant with 5-speed manual transmission
- Excellent history file charting much of the car’s life
The Appeal
When it was introduced in 1982, the Citroën BX was a trailblazer. These cars may not be the most common sight on the road, but don’t let that fool you - the eager public bought up over two million of these advanced, angular cars over their two body styles with ardour. With its signature self-levelling suspension, disc brakes and plastic body panels, the car was innovative, angular and surprisingly performance-focused straight out of the gate.
This excellent example has only had one previous owner, who kept the car for some twenty-seven years until his passing. This owner has cossetted the car remarkably well - so it’s now named in his honour. George, the Citroën BX, may well be one of the best examples of this car on the market.
The History and Paperwork
- Built in March 1993
- Only one careful owner until 2020
- This owner purchased the car from Luton Citroen Centre in August 1993
- Garaged its entire life, running an average of 4,000 miles per year
- This owner sadly passed away in 2019
- The current owner purchased the car from his wife in 2020
- This was aided by Renowned Citroën specialists Chevronics of Hitchin
- The car is highly original including the paint., trims, spoiler, and interior
- The car currently indicates 108,465 genuine miles from new
- Its extensive history backs this
- The car has a current MOT until May 2024
- Original dealer number plates and a huge box of spares included
- The paperwork file contains:
- Up to date V5
- Original sales brochure
- Citroën wallet containing the owner’s manual and service book
- Some invoices dating back to 2001
- A selection of previous MOT’s
The Interior
- Impeccable interior that looks almost factory-fresh
- Timewarp condition exemplified even further with a copy of ‘NOW 1993’ (lovely touch!)
- Sharply presented, angular dashboard with original period instruments
- No known electrical faults
- Electric front windows and heated rear window
- Original dealer-fit cassette radio
- Original BX 16v inspired steering wheel
- Sumptuous mistral velour upholstery with no stains or discolouration
- Undamaged door cards
- Deep pile carpeting with no fading
- Spacious boot with parcel shelf and blinds
- Dealer-fit spare wheel anti-theft device
- Working electric tilt/slide sunroof
- Fully functioning remote central locking with 1 plip and 3 keys
The Exterior
- Impeccable angular styling by Marcello Gandini
- Very original Venetian red paintwork
- Some light ‘orange peel’ to the door tops
- However, this is ultimately a remarkably clean example
- Very straight body with good panel gaps
- Some minor chips and dings commensurate with age
- Excellent bumpers and side trims
- TZD decals in excellent condition
- Crystal clear headlamps
- Citroën headlamp protectors (driver side has repaired crack)
- Original window glass with evidence of stone chips on windshield
- Great door handles, mirrors and badges
- Solid sills with no visible corrosion
- 14” steel wheels with original, almost unmarked TZD spec wheel trims
- The tyres have ample tread:
- 2 x Michelins on the front (2021) and 2 x Avon on the rear (2017)
- Underneath we find an impressively solid structure and subframes
The Mechanics
- Exquisite, original-looking engine compartment
- Durable 1796 cc turbo diesel engine
- Factory specification of 90 bhp
- 5-speed manual transmission
- Hydropneumatic self-levelling suspension with no leaks
- All 5 spheres were replaced in 2021
- 2 rear suspension cylinders replaced in 2021
- Front struts replaced with reconditioned units in 2022
- Full service completed in January 2023
- Very effective disc brakes all round with ABS
- The car has a current MOT until May 2024
- Large box of spare parts included in the sale
- We’ve no reports of any mechanical issues throughout
- The car has no leaks, knocks, bangs or smoke from the engine bay
Summary
With its distinctly sentimental history, impressive bill of health and remarkable condition, this time-warp car must surely be one of the best examples of a turbodiesel BX in the country.
Clean, beautifully presented and loaded with quintessentially 90s character, this is an immensely smart, well-kept hatchback.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1993
- Make Citroen
- Model BX
- Colour Red
- Odometer 108,496 Miles
- Engine size 1796
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Alness
- Location Scotland
- Country United Kingdom
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bids
- kenneth•••• £8,600 02/10/23
- ramvan1•••• £8,400 01/10/23
- kenneth•••• £8,200 01/10/23
- ramvan1•••• £8,000 01/10/23
- kenneth•••• £7,800 01/10/23
- Jaguar1•••• £7,500 30/09/23
- kenneth•••• £7,250 30/09/23
- Jaguar1•••• £6,500 30/09/23
- kenneth•••• £6,250 30/09/23
- Jaguar1•••• £4,500 28/09/23
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