USA Photo Locations for the Xsara Picasso
Many of the photos for the European-market 2006 Xsara Picasso brochures were shot in Southern California.
Many of the photos for the European-market 2006 Xsara Picasso brochures were shot in Southern California.
I replaced or renewed almost everything on the car from rebuilding the entire engine, brake system, interior, fixing rust spots and correcting the electrical system.
Restored by 2cvgarage Sander Aalderink and shipped to USA in 2021. Pennsylvania antique title and registration. Left-hand drive; 602cc; front discs. Driven ~900 miles since restoration. Coming due for tappet adjustment following engine rebuild. Selling due to health issues, with the goal of lightening my load in life. $19,000 USD.
The SM demonstrated how much performance and refinement could be achieved in a front-wheel-drive layout.
A very original, second owner, DS23 with the desirable manual 5-speed gearbox, and functional air-conditioning. 124,745 kilometers. The car is in excellent condition inside and out. It has been maintained by an ex-Citroën staff mechanic. The only thing not working is the radio and that is just because of a …
In 2024 my wife, our loyal hound Jim and I moved to France from California. We made the decision to take our lovely 2CV “Genie” with us.
I deepened my respect for a vehicle that is clearly an engineering marvel. I am beginning to see what Brian must have known.
It may not become a show car, but the many stories about the car and the people it has affected are just starting to emerge.
Throughout the 1950’s and 1960’s, studies of car accidents were finding that a leading cause for fatalities was if the occupant was ejected from the vehicle during the crash.
I am going back to France and after 40 years must sell.
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