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- A rare Citroën DS 19 Pallas first series, only available between September 1964 and June 1965
- Serial numbers and elegant Palladium Grey colour correct and matching
- Conservative restoration carried out in France before 2010
- Recent suspension maintenance with original components from DS Essen
The Attractions
The DS changed everything. It was a revolutionary car and challenged all the established conventions of the automotive industry, adopting an ingenious hydropneumatic system employed by the suspension, brakes and, in some models, the steering. The styling was futuristic, worthy of a spaceship; there has never been a similar car before or since.
This example is just the car that all Citroën DS enthusiasts dream of; the rare 'frog-eyed' DS 19 Pallas, only available between September 1964 and June 1965. It has very comprehensive equipment, correct serial numbers and matching colours and is particularly attractive in this elegant shade of Palladium Grey.
The seller informed us:
"The car is in excellent condition, having been restored before 2010 in France, where it comes from. At the time of purchase in 2010, the car still had its original French number plate, which is shown on the Italian registration document'.
"The restoration, probably of a conservative nature, concerned the bodywork and mechanics, but the interior is original and has never been redone. The car has correct and matching serial numbers and colours, in an elegant Grigio Palladio; a stainless steel exhaust system was fitted during the restoration."
"In recent years, the car has been regularly serviced: the suspension has recently been repaired and original parts totalling around EUR 800 have been purchased from DS Essen. A full service has been carried out and the car will be serviced and checked again before delivery, including an oil change."
History and Documentation
- Car intended for the French market, registered in January 1965
- Imported into Italy in 2010 with original French number plates
- Has had two owners in Italy since importation
- Current owner since 2021
- Offered with newly renewed overhaul
- We have been informed that this car is registered with the Automotoclub Storico Italiano (ASI)
The Condition
- The bodywork was restored before 2010, and still presents itself extraordinarily well
- The Grigio Palladio paintwork is glossy and shiny and shows only minimal signs of wear
- There are no signs of known corrosion and significant deterioration or other damage
- Stainless steel finishes and chrome in excellent shape, including Pallas-specific details
- The interior is original and we have been informed that it has never been restored; it appears to be in very good condition for its age
The Mechanics
- 1.9-litre engine (1,911 cm³)
- Four-speed manual gearbox
- A stainless steel exhaust system was installed during the restoration
- Recent suspension maintenance with original components from DS Essen
- A complete service has recently been carried out, and another will be carried out before delivery to the next owner
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