Previously used in agriculture, now fully restored
Unique ownership history
Matching serial numbers
The Appeal
The Citroën 2CV is one of the most important cars in European history. Introduced at the end of the Second World War, the "Deudeuche" was a mechanically simple but highly innovative car, often credited with putting Europe back on the road. The free-running suspension was designed to help the car in agricultural environments, the general idea being to enable the car to cross a ploughed field comfortably.
This example was built in 1956 - a very early example, if truth be told - and was used as Citroën's designers intended on a farm for much of its life, before being placed in barn storage. In recent years it has been rediscovered, restored and now serves as a fabulous and much-loved testament to post-war classics.
History and Documents
Built in 1956 and owned by a single proprietor
Previously used in agriculture and has undergone a major overhaul
One of the first examples of this model
Discovered in a barn and subsequently restored
The restoration was complete and the car is now in excellent condition
The Condition
Magnificent appearance after restoration
Repainted by a Citroën garage
Front wings replaced by non-welded wings
Bonnet in corrugated sheet metal
Front grille slightly out of alignment
Window frames repainted
Seats upholstered in tartan fabric
Rear floor replaced
Fuel tank access hatch missing
Corrosion removed and/or corrected
Windscreen wiper mechanism in need of minor attention
The Mechanics
425cc H2 engine, capable of delivering 12bhp
4-speed manual transmission
Refurbished original engine and gearbox
New brakes, bearings and suspension professionally installed
The car is now in good working order, with no faults to report
We are told that the car starts, shifts, drives and brakes as expected
BEFORE BUYING
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