Highlights
- Engine reportedly rebuilt in November 2023 by a specialist workshop
- Paintwork professionally refinished in its original blue
- Two former keepers
- Complies with original specifications, with no alterations
- Registered in France and remained in the country for its entire life
The appeal
The Citroën SM embodies one of the most ambitious big grand tourers of the 1970s. It blends Citroën’s cutting-edge hydropneumatic technology with a V6 engine designed by Maserati. With its striking aerodynamic silhouette, its steering with servo-assisted recall, and an exceptional ride quality, the SM was a genuine technological tour de force. Adopted in particular as a French presidential car, it remains one of the most sought-after models among collectors today.
This 1972 example, presented in an elegant blue-and-beige leather combination, has remained in France for its entire life. It spent around 25 years in the hands of a single owner, who kept it sheltered and used it very sparingly. The seller states that the engine was completely rebuilt in November 2023, the hydraulic system has been overhauled, and the bodywork has been professionally resprayed in its original colour. Fitted with new Michelin tyres and with a valid MOT/inspection until July 2027, this SM, in line with its original configuration, is an excellent opportunity for fans of this remarkable Franco-Italian grand tourer.
Key information
- Mileage : 3,298 km shown; the odometer is believed to have completed a full revolution, so the reading isn’t considered reliable
- Country of registration : France
- Inspection : valid until 5 July 2027
- Technical specification : 2.7-litre Maserati V6 driving the front wheels via a five-speed manual gearbox
- History file : maintenance history described by the seller as well documented
Details
- Engine rebuilt in November 2023 by Atelier Amédée, in Espira-de-l’Agly, according to the seller
- The work is said to have included replacing cylinder heads, liners and cylinders, valves, camshafts, the timing chain, the water pump and the alternator
- The cylinders are said to have been re-bored and the carburettors refurbished as part of the engine rebuild
- The seller states that the rebuilt engine has covered around 2,000 km since the end of the work
- New hydraulic spheres and replacement of the entire set of hydraulic hoses, according to the seller
- Stainless-steel exhaust
- The seller reports no oil leaks
- Bodywork described as professionally resprayed in its original blue
- Original beige leather interior with wear consistent with its age
- Floor mats described as in good condition
- Original radio with cassette player, described as working
- New Michelin tyres
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