Highlights
- Extremely rare Xantia with the clever Activa suspension setup
- Timing belt replaced 8,000 km ago
- Current Controle Technique valid to September 2027
- Entertaining 150bhp four-door hatchback
The Appeal
Like a cool drink on a summer’s evening, the Xantia had just enough Citroen attitude to make it both easy and interesting to live with. This car cranks up the tech intrigue thanks to its clever Activa active suspension. It was the world’s first active anti-roll system, using hydraulic rams and spheres to keep the car perfectly flat through corners.
The setup gives the attractive Bertone-style Xantia great handling and a really smooth ride for passengers. Along with that, this 1997 example is fitted with the 150bhp 2.0L engine. The cambelt was changed 8,000 km ago in June 2020. The car’s well cared for, with a few cosmetic blemishes visible in photos. The interior is very tidy, highly original and completely unmodified, and it feels comfortable.
With current Controle Technique through September 2027, this economical and practical rarity is ready to go.
Key Details
- Mileage: 197,933 km indicated
- Country of registration: France
- Technical inspection status: valid to 25th June 2027
- Technical specs: 2.0L 150bhp TCT engine, 5-speed manual
- Paperwork: handbooks, 1 set of keys
The Detail
- Silver paintwork shows some signs of age
- Scuffs, edge chips and other marks to the body and bumpers, as shown in photos
- Bodywork is generally well kept, with arches and sills as shown
- Rides on five-spoke 15in factory alloys in good condition
- Michelin tyres fitted—dates to be checked in photos
- Spare wheel correctly mounted under the boot
- Black patterned fabric interior with sports front seats in good order
- Largely unmodified interior, including the original Citroen radio
- Fitted with a wooden gear knob
- Timing belt changed at 190,000 km in June 2020, as shown in photos
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