The 1972 Citroën SM represents the culmination of a forward-thinking automotive ambition, marrying French hydropneumatic luxury with a high-performance Italian powerplant. Born from Citroën’s acquisition of Maserati, this grand tourer stands out thanks to its sophisticated Maserati 2.7-litre V6 engine, delivering power perfectly suited to long-distance driving.
 
Its aerodynamic, teardrop-shaped bodywork, with a distinctive front end covered by a screen, incorporates headlamps with automatic self-levelling that swivel with the steering wheel. Behind the wheel, the SM delivers an incomparable driving experience thanks to its famed hydropneumatic suspension and DIRAVI power steering with servo-assisted, self-centring recall.
 
Today, the SM is celebrated by collectors as a technological and styling icon that boldly redefined the boundaries of 1970s automotive design.
 
Presented in an elegant blue paint scheme paired with a black interior, this car has a particularly striking silhouette. This SM has an interesting provenance and comes with its Belgian registration certificate; the matching numbers are reported. The seller describes the vehicle as being in very good overall condition, stating that it has covered around 5,000 km over the past ten years and that it has always been stored under cover in a garage.
 
For anyone looking for a presentable, ready-to-enjoy Citroën SM, this is an opportunity that deserves serious consideration.
 

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