Strong points
- Less than 57,000 km since new
- Roadworthiness test valid until December 2026
- Old restoration in a sought-after colour
- Only four registered owners
- Well maintained car with lots of history
The plus
The DS23 Pallas represented the ultimate culmination of a great idea: to design a car that broke with convention and achieved excellence.
These more recent, luxurious models with the 2.3L engine are excellent modern classics, capable of keeping up with the pace of traffic while offering exceptional comfort over long distances.
Travelling in this beautiful 1973 car, you can also appreciate the finish and exquisite detailing typical of Citroën.
Restored some 20 years ago, it is now offered in a popular metallic bronze colour, with a beige cloth interior.
It is believed to have covered less than 57,000 km since new and appears to be well preserved.
The vendor informs us that the car has only had four registered owners since new and is being sold with a good history.
The MOT is valid until December 2026.
Of note is a small problem with the gearbox starter, which works only partially (oxidised contactor, according to the seller's estimate).
These more recent, luxurious models with the 2.3L engine are excellent modern classics, capable of keeping up with the pace of traffic while offering exceptional comfort over long distances.
Travelling in this beautiful 1973 car, you can also appreciate the finish and exquisite detailing typical of Citroën.
Restored some 20 years ago, it is now offered in a popular metallic bronze colour, with a beige cloth interior.
It is believed to have covered less than 57,000 km since new and appears to be well preserved.
The vendor informs us that the car has only had four registered owners since new and is being sold with a good history.
The MOT is valid until December 2026.
Of note is a small problem with the gearbox starter, which works only partially (oxidised contactor, according to the seller's estimate).
This is a very good example of this much-loved saloon.
History and documents
- First registration in 1973
- Four registered owners according to the vendor
- The car comes with a good history file
- Restored approximately 20 years ago
- MOT valid until 13 December 2026
- 56,659 km, which the seller confirms to be accurate
Condition
- Old restoration well preserved thanks to moderate use since
- Elegant and popular metallic bronze paintwork, with a beautiful finish and few signs of wear
- Due to the age of the restoration, some light signs of wear and use can be expected
- Bodywork in good condition with tight fitting panels and straight lines
- Retains the original features of the Pallas, as seen in the photos
- Steel wheels with chrome hubcaps, in good condition, and a matching spare wheel
- Underbody in good condition, in line with the recent MOT mentioned above
- Very well maintained interior in beige cloth with correct decorative stripes
- Seats in good condition, with functional and well-preserved springs
- Floors in good condition with visible soundproofing, no structural problems reported
- Interior elements correct for a Pallas and in good original condition, with some signs of ageing
- The seller states that everything is in good working order, with no faults in the controls, dials or electrical systems
The Mechanics
- 2,347cc 4-cylinder engine
- 4-speed semi-automatic gearbox
- The seller reports a problem with the gearbox:
- The DS can be started in 2 ways: via the battery or via the gear lever.
The seller says that starting via the gear lever works erratically (he thinks the starter switch is oxidised). - The seller states that the car is drivable from any distance.
- The gearbox works correctly.
- The DS can be started in 2 ways: via the battery or via the gear lever.
- No other operating or driving problems reported.
- The seller states that the car has a good track record.
- He also states that the mileage shown is genuine
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