To Those That Think the 2CV is Just French Flivver…
Understanding the whole point of the 2CV; its design, construction, and brilliance.
Why There Are Large Panel Gaps on Citroën DS.
Many people who judge the build quality of a car do so by examining the size of the gaps between the body panels. How could Citroën let the DS with such wide-gap workmanship leave the factory?
Three Amazing (and True) Stories About André Garnier.
We’ll all miss André – he was a real visionary for Citroën. These remembrances are from André – told to Ken Nelson when he visited him around year 2000:
DS Brake Button Advantages
How the brake button system on Citroën DS is superior, especially in a panic-stop situation.
DS Steering Geometry & Steering Feel
DS Steering Geometry & Steering Feel.
Why was the DS steering wheel designed that way?
Why was the DS steering wheel is designed that way?
Ken Nelson on Panhards, Citroëns and the Chrysler CCV
Ken Nelson is a Citroënvie member who owns many Citroëns, including a 1963 DS 19 Cabriolet that he has put many miles on and modified structurally to minimize body flex. His career has been to come up with ideas for Detroit automotive companies and his interest stems from his father buying …
Update on Auctioned Early Model DS & ID Parts
Citroënvie member Ken Nelson wrote to say that he bought most of the parts in the Napa Valley auction that we mentioned were for sale on March 11. Ken says he really doesn’t have the room for them and is willing to offer them to others who might need some …