2CV Assembly Line Recreated in the Film L’etabli
The 2CV assembly line for the film had to appear realistic but with a visual poetry that perhaps wasn’t there at the time.
The 2CV assembly line for the film had to appear realistic but with a visual poetry that perhaps wasn’t there at the time.
Along with those we already reported being offered by Artcurial and RM/Sothebys, the total number for sale are 18 — including 5 DS cabriolets.
Between Artcurial and RM/Sothebys — 15 Citroëns will be auctioned including 4 DS Cabriolet models by Henri Chapron.
We can’t help but notice the similarity in design of VW’s GEN.TRAVEL concept, especially the vertical windshield offset back in a manner almost identical to the Oli.
As we pause to fondly reflect on her reign, here are two photos of her taken during her visit to Paris in 1972.
This collection of high quality remastered footage from the dawn of film shows the Belle Époque-era of Paris from 1896-1900.
Parc André Citroën in Paris is located on the site where the Quai de Javel Citroën factory once stood.
There is a campaign underway to restore the only surviving one, built in 1959.
Citroën announced that it would be putting its Ami Buggy concept into production last week, with the 50 cars being made only going on sale in France.
Since the highlight of their Paris trip was a ride in a 2CV, Mike set out on a quest to buy one to help Ann remember their times in Paris.
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