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Description
This is a very late-produced Citroën 2CV. Despite this, there are more similarities than differences with its ancestors from the 1950s. It has a two-cylinder boxer engine of 602cc that produces 29 horsepower. This, even though a direct translation of 2CV means 'two horses' in French. However, in this case, the name derives from the fact that it had the equivalent of two French tax horsepower. The power is more than sufficient for this lightweight car, which, with its soft suspension, leans alarmingly for someone unfamiliar with driving a 2CV. For the initiated, this is a major part of the charm of these vehicles. The suspension also comfortably absorbs the road's imperfections. A 'sleeping policeman', a Swedish term for speed bump, would likely have to stand up for it to noticeably affect this French car. This model is also designed for outdoor enthusiasts who can easily navigate rough roads. There are several ways to open up and experience the sights and scents of nature. For instance, you can roll back the roof all the way to the tailgate's attachment.
This model series is known for its driving pleasure and simplicity. The equipment is minimal. It's outfitted with features like a 12-volt outlet for phone charging and an additional cooling coil on the fuel line to prevent vapor lock since modern gasoline, with its high alcohol content, is so volatile and can easily evaporate at high temperatures.
This model series is known for its driving pleasure and simplicity. The equipment is minimal. It's outfitted with features like a 12-volt outlet for phone charging and an additional cooling coil on the fuel line to prevent vapor lock since modern gasoline, with its high alcohol content, is so volatile and can easily evaporate at high temperatures.
Free history (36)
Technical data
Year
1989/1989
Registration date
1988-09-06
Mileage
9859 km
Kw / hp
21 / 29
Fuel Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manual
Interior finish
Textile
Colour
Red
Condition
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Mechanical condition
The engine starts easily and runs well. Easy to shift. Dual 12-volt outlet.
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Interior condition
The fabric on the front seats is somewhat loose. The interior is fundamentally in good condition, but it would benefit from a detailing.
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Exterior condition
The convertible top is in good condition. The paint has had some touch-ups under the windshield and the lower part of the right rear fender. There are stone chips in the windshield. The rear bumper is somewhat dented.
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General condition
A 2CV in good used condition. Ready-to-drive enthusiast car.
MOT (tech. insp.)
Fordonsstatus: Itrafik 2022-06-10
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1988-09-05 (regbes) (Ombes:20160427)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1988-09-06
Senast godkända besiktning: 2022-06-10
Besiktigad tom: 2024-06-30
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 5
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1988-09-05 (regbes) (Ombes:20160427)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1988-09-06
Senast godkända besiktning: 2022-06-10
Besiktigad tom: 2024-06-30
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 5
Facts about the model
Pierre Boulanger had designed prototypes for a lightweight car just before World War II. The idea was to create the simplest car possible so that poor farmers could afford to get one to transport their goods to the markets and be able to perform service themselves with basic tools. By the standards of the time, the Citroën 2CV was a spacious, comfortable, and very fuel-efficient car with good accessibility and reliability. Everything else was de-prioritized. The engineering level was extremely high, and despite its studied simplicity, the car can be considered very advanced.
The model had a two-cylinder air-cooled boxer engine with front-wheel drive via a four-speed fully synchronized gearbox with an optional centrifugal clutch. The gear stick was of the so-called "umbrella handle" model, and the body could easily be dismantled without tools. An ammeter and a speedometer were the only instruments available, and fuel was measured with a dipstick. The windshield wipers were driven by the speedometer cable. Anything considered unnecessary was not applied to the car. The shock absorbers consisted of durable counterweight dampers instead of regular hydraulic dampers that had to be replaced. Front and rear suspension were connected with a common spring pack per side along the sills. This had the effect that if the front wheel went into a pit, the rear wheel on the same side would spring down and dampen the blow and vice versa when driving up, for example, a curb. It also had a certain anti-roll effect. The suspension was thus reminiscent of the hydraulic system Hydrolastic, even if it was purely mechanical.
The handling characteristics were relatively good even though the car had soft suspension and leaned a lot. The wishbones were long and provided a long suspension travel. According to a persistent rumor, it was a requirement when designing the car that one should be able to drive across a freshly plowed field wearing a top hat.
The model had a two-cylinder air-cooled boxer engine with front-wheel drive via a four-speed fully synchronized gearbox with an optional centrifugal clutch. The gear stick was of the so-called "umbrella handle" model, and the body could easily be dismantled without tools. An ammeter and a speedometer were the only instruments available, and fuel was measured with a dipstick. The windshield wipers were driven by the speedometer cable. Anything considered unnecessary was not applied to the car. The shock absorbers consisted of durable counterweight dampers instead of regular hydraulic dampers that had to be replaced. Front and rear suspension were connected with a common spring pack per side along the sills. This had the effect that if the front wheel went into a pit, the rear wheel on the same side would spring down and dampen the blow and vice versa when driving up, for example, a curb. It also had a certain anti-roll effect. The suspension was thus reminiscent of the hydraulic system Hydrolastic, even if it was purely mechanical.
The handling characteristics were relatively good even though the car had soft suspension and leaned a lot. The wishbones were long and provided a long suspension travel. According to a persistent rumor, it was a requirement when designing the car that one should be able to drive across a freshly plowed field wearing a top hat.
Location and viewing Information
Location: Gävle
For viewing the vehicle, contact the valuator/depot:
Nisse Brandt
+46 707 50 89 99
nisse@bilwebauctions.se
For viewing the vehicle, contact the valuator/depot:
Nisse Brandt
+46 707 50 89 99
nisse@bilwebauctions.se
Pick up
Collection must take place before: 2023-09-28.
NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.
NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.
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