Description
This lot will be auctioned via Classic Car Auctions, The Christmas Sale 2023 on Saturday the 9th of December, Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN.
Original left-hand drive, home-market car finished in Brun Scarabée with a full Tabac leather interior
Completely restored over a two-year period by DS & SM specialists Atelier Automobile' between 2009 and 2011 under the supervision of Yves Seraphin, Secretary of the Citroën DS Club of France
Upgraded to DS23 Specification with a 5-speed manual gearbox and DS23 engine
Imported to the UK in 2015, with a further £10, 000 spent by its first UK owner, detailing the car to his exacting standards
In current private ownership, a further £4, 000 has recently been invested including £1, 700 spent with marque experts, Citroën Classic in Staines
This work included lower suspension ball joints, brand new alternator, sorting fuel lines and carb settings and replacement rear suspension spheres. New water pump fitted in September 2023. MOT until 24/ 05/ 2024
Accompanied by three folders of history including detailed pics and narrative of the extensive work carried out on the car over the years
DS Citroën Safaris are an automotive masterpiece, offering beauty, functionality, and practicality all in one
