Highlights

Highly sought-after Charleston edition in its iconic red-and-black livery.
In the same family since 2008.
Always stored indoors throughout the current ownership period.
Original beige interior with upholstery described as in good condition.

A real passion pick

The Citroën 2CV6 Charleston is surely the most famous of the special runs of the legendary 2CV. Launched in 1980 at first as a limited series, it proved so popular that it was quickly folded into the permanent range. Its two-tone paint inspired by the 1930s, chrome headlamps and distinctive upholstery give it a unique personality—while still keeping the qualities that made the 2CV famous: an air-cooled flat twin-cylinder engine of 602 cm³, an all-fabric hood and a suspension setup offering an inimitable on-the-road comfort.

This 1986 example wears the combination of Delage red and black—the most iconic Charleston colour scheme. Having remained in the same family since 2008, the vendor says it has been regularly used and carefully maintained. They note that the bodywork looks good for its age and that the paintwork is in a satisfactory condition. A few points are nonetheless flagged, including a slight amount of play in the steering and alignment to be corrected. Overall, this 2CV Charleston is a great opportunity to acquire one of the most desirable versions of the model.

Key information

Mileage: 87,785 km shown on the odometer (odometer replaced or has completed a full revolution; therefore the true mileage cannot be guaranteed).
Country of registration: France (normal registration document).
Technical inspection: valid until March 2027.
Technical specs: 602 cm³ air-cooled flat-twin petrol engine (29 bhp), four-speed manual gearbox.
Documents: French registration document, technical inspection and a recent maintenance invoice.

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Details

Kept in the same family since 2008 and used regularly.
Always stored indoors throughout the current ownership period.
Bodywork described as in good condition thanks to regular maintenance.
Some signs of wear visible around the door handle on the driver’s side.
Paint described as having a good overall appearance.
Original beige upholstery described as in good condition.
Play in the steering and alignment to be corrected.
The vendor states that the Charleston is relatively rare in its region.
Invoice from JMD Auto dated April 2025 at 87,082 km, stating work carried out on the front end and steering, in particular replacement of the front swivel-bushes (silentblocks), the left front track-rod end (steering joint) and the left front gearbox/drive gaiter.

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