Highlights
- Rare "Greek Mehari" - a Citroën NAMCO Pony
- One of only 30,000 units sold worldwide
- Recently undergone partial restoration
- Only two registered keepers from the new with original purchase paperwork available
- Unusual specification with front disc brakes
The Appeal
The NAMCO Pony was one of the more obscure and fascinating offshoots of Citroën's iconic 2CV platform. Produced under licence by Greek manufacturer NAMCO from 1973 to 1983, these rugged utility vehicles combined the mechanical simplicity of the 2CV with a more robust bodywork derived from the Citroën Acadiane.
This 1977 example has been partially restored while maintaining its authentic character, having spent much of its life with its first owner, a retired sailor, before being acquired by the current owner. With its distinctive appearance, practical design, and the rarity factor of being one of only 30,000 ever produced, this NAMCO Pony offers a truly unique opportunity for collectors of unusual Citroën variants.
This 1977 example has been partially restored while maintaining its authentic character, having spent much of its life with its first owner, a retired sailor, before being acquired by the current owner. With its distinctive appearance, practical design, and the rarity factor of being one of only 30,000 ever produced, this NAMCO Pony offers a truly unique opportunity for collectors of unusual Citroën variants.
History and Paperwork
- Citroën NAMCO Pony, a small economy jeep
- Known as "the Greek Mehari"
- Produced by Greek company NAMCO under Citroën licence from 1973 to 1983
- 30,000 units sold worldwide, we are told
- Uses bodywork from Citroën Acadiane, tougher than Dyane, Fourgonette and 2CV
- Vehicle has been partially restored
- Current owner is the second registered keeper
- Original purchase contracts from the first keeper available
- Purchased in 1977 and used by a retired sailor until 2004
- Remained in a garage from 2004 until last year, when current owner bought it
- 38,000 km indicated
The Condition
- Presents exceedijgly well throughout
- Localised corrosion repaired
- The entire lower bodywork is undersealed for protection
- Interior appears in smart condition
- Original door upholstery has been used, with some minor damage at the bottom
- Recently painted and presents well
- May need a new hood due to a patch in one spot
- Restoration includes bodywork and paint work on bottom with the middle part tarred
- New additions include front and rear lights and genuine seats
- New vintage tyres installed
- Electrical parts repaired, including light switches, fuel gauge and fuses
- The metal frame of the windshield has been replaced due to corrosion
- Wipers don't work
The Mechanics
- 602cc air-cooled flat twin
- Four-speed manual transmission
- Very with front disc brakes
- Engine is reportedly "chirping", but the vendor states it is in excellent mechanical condition
- Has a very durable air-cooled engine like the Citroën 2CV and Mehari
- Only requires spark plug and platinum oils for maintenance
- Motul multi-type oil was used by the vendor
- Replaced parts include driveshaft bellows, brake pads and carburettor restoration
- Full engine and gearbox service completed
- New fuel pump, spark plugs, platinum and condenser installed
- All mechanical and electrical parts are from a Citroën 2CV
- Has a radiator like the 2CV with air from an alternator (not connected)
- Very easy and enjoyable to drive, we are told
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