Citroën and Oltcit — A Romanian Collaboration Leading to the Birth of Axel
In the mid-1970s, the Romanian government launched a new call for tenders to manufacturers in “capitalist” countries. This time, Citroën won.
In the mid-1970s, the Romanian government launched a new call for tenders to manufacturers in “capitalist” countries. This time, Citroën won.
Convinced of its commercial potential, the English subsidiary of Citroën presented to the English public “another idea of the 2CV.
Michael was a huge 2CV fan. He owned 5 of them through the years. His 8-year-old grandson is already enjoying the model that used to sit on Michael’s desk.
The tradition of Citroëns gathering on the Carlisle PA fairgrounds as part of the Carlisle Import & Performance event continued this year.
A couple channeled their “deux chevaux” passion to transform an old TV set they had in their basement.
Hopefully this will encourage more 2CV owners in the USA to drive their precious cars more than just a few miles on a sunny day.
This exceptional barn find includes a wide range of 2CV models, from the early models to the later ones.
Additional models will be launched as part of a plan to be “daring and shocking”.
A look at Jacques Helot’s beautiful illustrations paying tribute to two French automotive legends.
An informative video about the BBC’s use of various Citroëns for outdoor broadcast events such as horse racing.
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