Highlights

Previously restored and recently recommissioned after several years in storage
French classic vehicle registration
Significant recent mechanical work on fuel, braking and ignition systems
Original carburettor rebuilt by a specialist

The Appeal

The Citroën Traction Avant ranks among the major models in French automotive history, notably due to its monocoque bodywork and front-wheel drive transmission. The 11BL represents one of the best-known versions of this family. This 1951 example features a two-tone metallic grey and black livery, paired with a brown Skaï interior.

The car had previously been restored before being stored for several years in an underground garage. It has recently undergone extensive recommissioning work, particularly to the fuel system, cooling, brakes, ignition and carburettor. It is currently equipped with an 11D engine of 1,900 cc, which the seller indicates may have been rebuilt.

The bodywork presents a condition consistent with the car's age, with slight incipient corrosion on two doors and some marks on the paintwork. The interior has been reupholstered in brown Skaï and the headlining and carpets are reported to be in very good condition. The seller indicates that the car handles well on the road with no particular handling issues, and that the mechanics work very well.

Key Information

Mileage: 80,823 km indicated; the odometer may have completed a full rotation or been replaced, so actual mileage is unknown
Country of registration: France
MOT: Exempt under classic vehicle registration
Engine: 1,900 cc four-cylinder petrol (11D)
Gearbox: Manual three-speed
Documentation: French classic vehicle registration document
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The Details

Previously restored, then stored for several years in an underground garage
Recently recommissioned with replacement fuel tank and pump, water pump, hoses and belt
Braking system completely overhauled
123 electronic ignition installed
Original carburettor rebuilt by a specialist
Lubrication and oil change recently carried out
Front tyres new; rear tyres reported to be in very good condition
Bodywork in condition consistent with its age, with slight incipient corrosion on two doors
Paintwork showing slight patina and a few minor chips
Interior reupholstered in brown Skaï, reported to be in very good condition
Headlining and carpets reported to be in very good condition
LED lighting installed
New long-range headlights, but not yet connected
Engine, gearbox and clutch reported to be in very good condition
Some oil seepage noted by the seller, which he considers typical of this type of vehicle
1,900 cc 11D engine, which the seller indicates may have been rebuilt
No particular handling issues reported during road testing
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BEFORE YOU BUY

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