Description
For sale: 1922 Citroën 5CV Cabriolet - Belgian registration Beautiful 1922 Citroën 5CV in very good condition. This is the rarer cabriolet version, equipped with side windows allowing the car to be closed completely when the soft top is closed. This is one of the very first cabriolets built on this chassis, recognisable by its large boot lid. The car has been fully restored from the chassis by the previous owner, then finished by myself in maximum respect of the original (chassis, engine, body woodwork, interior, soft top, radiator, etc.). The Citroën is registered in Belgium and has a roadworthiness certificate valid until 2027. The car has been put up for sale due to a lack of space; it is regularly used for club outings and local vintage car shows (around 500 km a year) and has always been serviced every year. In spring 2025, the engine had another oil change and all the grease nipples were checked. It still starts on the first crank (better when cold) and the original starter motor is still present and functional. On purchase, full explanations of maintenance, adjustments and use in traffic will be provided.
Recent maintenance and renovations:
-4 tyres replaced (the rear ones slightly more worn) -Electrical system completely redone with original braided cables and extra fuse box for safety -New dashboard with original ammeter and contactor -Engine recently checked with new copper head gasket (NOS) -Cooling hoses replacedCooling hoses replaced -New spark plugs (2000 km) and new platinum screws (500 km) + a spare set supplied -Ignition advance adjusted to original Citroën data -Dynamo and regulator checked and functional (after long immobilisation, sometimes to be started manually) -New wheel bearings on all 4 wheels -New wooden floor and floor mats Additional benefits:
Chrome radiator in good condition -Additional fan for better cooling (thermosiphon) -Vintage 'angle gear' accessory with Delco ignition replacing the original RB magneto (more precise adjustment, better operation) -Latest-model Solex carburettor replacing the bronze carburettor, Original copper-plated manual windscreen wiper -Original dashboard lighting -Original KLG CK1 spark plugs supplied in reserve in their accessory holder in the engine compartment -Radiator thermometer (accessory) -Original instruction manual supplied -Included Citroën dating certificate Points to note (still to be dealt with) :
-Paint chip next to the fuel filler cap and cracks on the front wing (see photos) -Small tears on the sides of the soft top (see photos) -Original decorative trim on the bodywork missing Optional: possibility of acquiring a large batch of spare parts in addition, to be discussed: -3 engines -2 gearboxes -Fuel tank -Cylinders -Braking system support Asking price: 12. 500 for the car, taking into account the small costs still required to make it perfect, but it is ready to drive as is. Price negotiable to a certain extent on site in front of the car.
For more information, please contact me by email.
Visible at Houtem in Belgium near Furnes 2 kilometres from Hondschote (59122) Citroën 5HP 5CV Trèfle
