Highlights
- One of only 1,254 Slough-built Big Six cars
- Sought-after pre-1952 ‘Malle Plate’ small boot model
- Extensively restored 10 years ago to a very high standard
- Engine and gearbox rebuilt and now fitted with power steering
- Voluntary MOT valid until June 2027 with no advisories
- South African car on UK plates since 2016 with single keeper
The Appeal
The quality of presentation of this ‘Big Six’ is such that it’s hard to know whether to simply stand and admire it or get in and drive it. And, as Citroën enthusiasts will know, the temptation to do the former is strong, because this car is one of just 1,254 ‘Big Six’ built in Slough, with an array of unique locally fitted details that make them particularly visually compelling. As a 1950 car, it is also one of the sought-after ‘malle plate’ small boot models.
The Big Six was pitched as the Traction Avant’s luxury model, equipped with the powerful 2.9L straight-six and aimed at wealthy families and titans of industry. The Slough cars pushed the plushness yet further with Connolly leather, a veneer dashboard and beautiful Rubery Owen steel wheels. These UK cars also got more reliable 12V electrics. Most were fitted with round Smiths dials, but this car has Jaeger units, often fitted to Slough cars because of supply problems.
This 1950 car is one of just 370 built at Slough that year, according to records, and among a mere handful of all UK Big Six cars that found their way to South Africa. It remained there until 2013, when the seller returned it to the UK and has owned ever since. On arrival, it was extensively restored to an exceptionally high standard and at considerable cost, as the history file shows. The work carefully preserved or renewed the original Slough features, as shown in our photos. The work included an engine and gearbox rebuild, a new crown wheel and pinion, a replacement clutch, a drive shaft, and a brake overhaul. It remains largely standard save for the useful addition of power steering.
This car has been regularly MOT’d since arriving in the UK, reflecting the vendor's approach to maintenance, even though it wasn't legally required. The current test runs to June 2027 with no advisories. This is an exceptional example, in a desirable ‘blue on blue’ colour scheme, that we’re confident will impress discerning marque collectors.
The vendor says:
“Fitted with power steering, electric fan and water pump, it is a joy to drive.”
Key Information
- Mileage: 8,952 miles indicated (sstated as correct by seller)
- Country of registration: South Africa (originally); registered on UK plates since 2016
- Technical inspection status: voluntary MOT valid to 23 June 2027 with no advisories
- Technical specs: 2,867cc straight-six petrol, three-speed manual
- Paperwork: restoration invoices, V5C, handbooks
The Detail
- One of 1,254 Big Six built at the Citroën factory in Slough
- Restored 10 years ago to a high standard in dark blue with matching Connolly leather interior
- Very well kept exterior including bodywork, paintwork and fittings
- Features correct Slough specification steel wheels with chrome hub caps
- The car is fitted with the very desirable Michelin Pilote 185x400 wheel rims, the Rubery Owen wheels will go with the car
- Gorgeous blue leather interior with correct Slough veneer trim and detail fittings
- Featured Jaeger dials and wood-rimmed wheel
- First registered in South Africa, imported to the UK in 2013
- Restoration included extensive mechanical work including engine and gearbox rebuilt
- New crown wheel and pinion, clutch, drive shaft and brake parts replaced
- Fitted with power steering, electric fan, and water pump
- No advisories on MOT
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