French Peacekeeping 2CV
It would appear that given the recent terrorism events in France some 2CV owners have taken to beefing up their vehicles for counter measures. Witness this European Volunteer Guard (EVG) …
DS20 Familiale and SM to be auctioned on Nov. 24
Auctionata of Germany will have a number of classics on the block on Nov 24 in Berlin. Notably there are 2 Citroëns that if sold for anywhere near their opening …
1974 DS20 “Ralleye” and Rare Traction Cabrio at Upcoming Artcurial Auction in Paris
Citroën’s DS rally cars won the Monte Carlo rally in 1959 again in 1966, and the Finnish 1000 Lakes Rally in 1962 with Pauli Toivonen. This 1974 DS 20 on …
SM Based Prototype Maserati Quattroporte II up for sale
This extremely rare (Chassis No. AM 123 004) is up for sale on Classic Cars for Sale in the UK. [Price quoted on request]. It is the original prototype and …
DS Makes Big Presence at 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show
Robert Farrell, Citroënvie member from Illinois, recently attended the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show and sent us the following photos with a few observations; The emphasis at the show from the …
George Dyke Discusses the Marvels of Citroën’s SM
The National Post in Canada has a section devoted to driving. (Driving.ca) Clayton Seams, a producer for National Post, who has been fascinated with the Citroën SM since he first …
Sculpture Commemorates DS 60th Birthday as a Design Icon
The DS was launched in Le Grand Palais Paris motor show in October 1955. Now, to commemorate its 60th birthday, Swiss artist Benoit de Clercq has created an 30 cm …
Citroën restyles the DS4 – with Seoul
In an attempt to invigorate DS4 sales among people not being able to differentiate Citroën’s C4 from it’s upscale DS line, the company introduced the DS4 and DS Crossback this week …
In the Belly of the Beast!
by George Dyke….. In May of this year Citroënvie member Larry Lewis purchased a 1949 Traction Avant 11BL that had been sitting in a barn near Tilbury, Ontario. We went …
Méhari Moderne – Citroën M Cactus Concept
Citroën has unveiled photos and more details about their new spin on the Méhari that is to be presented on September 15 at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Developed around the …
Sports & Exotic Car Compares Early and Late DS Models
Citroënvie member Greg Long is in the limelight again, this time in the October 2015 issue of Hemmings Sports & Exotic Car. Their cover story is a look back at …
MSN Autos picks the DS as #5 of the most stylish cars of all time.
MSN Autos has stated on August 25 that the Citroën DS is #5 of 50 of the most stylish cars of all time. What beat the DS? #4 – 1962 …
Planning to Attend ICCCR – August 11-14, 2016 in the Netherlands?
The next International Citroën Car Club Rally (ICCCR) will be held August 11 – 14, 2016 in the Netherlands, near Arnhem. The organizers have produced a a professional video promoting …
Rare Rosengart Supertraction for sale in Belgium
If you would like a distinctive Traction cabriolet, you might want to make an offer on this 1939 Supertraction LR539 by Rosengart: https://m.kapaza.be/nl/citroen/supertraction-rosengart-lr539-van-1939-98719134.htm In the late 1930’s the Rosengart factory …
How the DS Saved the French President’s Life
De Gaulle had made many enemies during his long and tumultuous political career.
Update on the “Crocolion” 2CV
Back in November 2014 Frank Locker bought a most unusual 2CV; a one of a kind twin engine Citroën rally car built in France by the late great Jack Hannon. …
1973 Citroën SM sells for $99K at Pebble Beach
Finally, – SM values are finally on the rise! This 1973 5-speed sold for $90K + 10% buyers premium at the Gooding & Company Auction at Pebble Beach. And that’s …
Return of the Méhari?
Doubtfully looking like the image above, a comeback for the Méhari, albeit modernized, will be shown on September 15 at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Citroën will present a concept car …
World’s Largest Citroën Colour Database Established
BASF, one of the leading colouring and paint manufacturer companies with their well-known “Glasurit” paint brand, has been involved in a more than three-year project in collaboration with CITROËN Heritage …
Rave Citroën DS Review from Vancouver
The Citroën DS got more favourable exposure from Canada yesterday when driving.ca published an article featuring Gary Cullen in Vancouver and his 1968 DS21. Author Brendan McAleer was suitably impressed, …
It’s Been 25 Years Since 2CV Production Ceased
The last Citroën 2CV, known as the “Tin Snail” for its distinctive shape and lackluster power, rolled off the production line at the company’s plant in Mangualde, Portugal at four …
Is there more than one authentic Citroën 15-Six convertible?
by Per Ahlstrom… A Traction Avant 15–Six convertible was recently sold at the Osenat auction in Paris on March 15, 2015 and fetched €612440 ($841,599.00 CAD, $662,702.00 USD), which …
The End of Hydropneumatics for Citroën
On June 4, 2015, Reuters France issued a release stating that the decision has been taken by PSA Peugeot Citroën to abandon hydropneumatic suspension: Peugeot scraps DS-era hydraulics in cost-cutting …
C4 Cactus Driven in Detroit
Steven Ewing of Autoblog tracked down a C4 Cactus in Detriot recently and he and associate editor Brandon Turkus managed to spend a day with it. Their impressions were very …