Highlights
- Owned by the current keeper since 2006 and well cared for
- Rebuilt in 2005, with a new chassis, refurbished parts, and spare components from a donor vehicle
- Runs and drives great, with a selection of maintenance history to show
- Presents a fantastic weekend toy, or light restoration project
The Appeal
Produced between 1967 and 1983, the Dyane set out to compete against the increasingly popular Renault 4 and re-capture the economy family car market. Opting to trust a proven formula once more, Citroen chose to use a great deal of the 2CV’s underpinnings and mechanicals in the Dyane, although much sharper, modern styling was introduced.
In keeping with the Dyane’s target market, trim options and specifications were kept to a modest minimum, save for the much more powerful Dyane 6 variant. Equipped with a 602cc flat-two engine similar to that featured in the Citroen Ami, the 6 is by far the most impressive from the lineup, offering 32hp, and a top speed of 75mph.
This particular example has been cherished by the current keeper since 2006 and benefits from key restoration work in 2005. Now offered in good overall condition for its age with plenty of charm and excellent mechanical health, this 1980 Dyane 6 is ready to be pampered and perhaps restored to its full glory by the next lucky keeper.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered on the 31st of May 1980
- Previously restored in 2005, using another Dyane for components
- Offered with just 3 former recorded keepers, and 17k on the clock since its rebuild
- Cherished by the current keeper since its rebuild, and garage stored
- Features a great selection of history & sundries, including;
- Previous MOT certificates
- Invoices for servicing and repairs
- An original owner’s manual
- A Haynes workshop manual
- The current V5C document
The Interior
- Delightfully simple, and very comfortable
- Features plenty of original Dyane components
- Presented in good overall condition, although a dash of TLC and restoration work would no doubt yield impressive results
The Exterior
- Signature quirky Citroen styling
- Features a well-preserved, striped soft-top roof
- Resprayed in Vert Jade Green
- Equipped with original 15” alloy wheels, with 3 hub caps
- Well presented, with a charming Patina, and the expected signs of age
- Ideal for a seemingly light restoration project
The Mechanics
- Powered by a 602cc flat-two engine
- Rebuilt in 2005, with a new chassis, array of refurbished parts, and components from a second, donor Dyane
- Runs and drives well, with no known faults to report
- The odometer was reset following the rebuild, and now displays 17,459 miles
Summary
The Dyane 6 is easily the more desirable from its lineup, offering a 602cc flat two, iconic Citroen styling cues, and a delightfully simple interior. This particular example has been with its current keeper since its rebuild in 2005 and is now presented in good overall condition, with a charming patina to enjoy.
With a dash of TLC and restoration work to specific areas, such as the boot floor, this would no doubt make a fantastic collection piece.
With a dash of TLC and restoration work to specific areas, such as the boot floor, this would no doubt make a fantastic collection piece.
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