A less frequently seen commercial variant of the much admired Type B14
Richly patinated - as befits a vehicle approaching its hundredth birthday
Remarkably original, complete and well preserved
Excellent potential as a refurbishment project, offered for sale after a period of dry storage
The appeal
The Type B14 was introduced in October 1926 at the Paris Motor Show. An entirely new platform for Citroën, it boasted an ultra-light chassis that was used as the basis for several body styles, including a range of utility vehicles.
Here we have a very original bakery van dating from 1927. It has a rich patina to the paintwork although the wooden rear body remains in very good condition. Having been in storage since 2017, it now requires a mechanical overhaul. For those looking for a vintage Citroën utility vehicle, this is an excellent opportunity.
History and documents
Belonged to the seller's father
Last MOT was in 2013
The van has been sitting unused a dry garage since 2017
Various spares, including tyres, are included
Hand-painted French registration number
Condition
Wooden body of the baker's van in very good condition
The canvas bonnet appears to be in very good condition
Original straight bodywork apparently free of any noticeable corrosion
Slight tarnish on chrome parts
The interior has already undergone some refurbishment work
Some signs of age-related wear on controls and upholstery
Aluminium sill plate added to running boards
The chassis looks very sound, with no apparent problems
Powertrain
Four-cylinder 1,583 cc petrol engine producing 22 bhp
Three-speed gearbox
Front and rear leaf spring suspension
Everything under the bonnet appears to be complete and in good condition.
The seller informs us that it will require some recommissioning work, having not been driven since before entering storage in 2017
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