1922 Citroën B2
Highlights
- Fully restored by the current owner in 2007, with full documentation of the restoration process
- Highly visible at motor shows and events
- Over 100 years old, and presented in very good condition
The Appeal
The Citroën Type B2 was the second car in the innovative French marque's product range - and therefore only the second car actually mass produced in Europe. Adapting the Type A, the new car was more powerful and refined, offering 10 fiscal horsepower and around twenty body styles.
Among the most interesting models from this pioneering era were commercial vehicles - and among the most common was the baker's van, also known as the Boulangère, which became a fixture on the streets of pre-war Paris and beyond. These vans earned an incredible reputation for endurance and offered a simple alternative to the bakers' carts that still plied the streets of Europe.
This particular example was restored by the current owner in 2007 - involving around 1,150 hours of work. The result is a vehicle that not only starts at the turn of a key, but also looks great, with the upholstery, paintwork and joinery all in good condition.
As part of a very prestigious collection, we're sure this baker's van will attract plenty of attention.
The History and Paperwork
- Built in 1922
- Restored in 2007 by the current owner
- Featured in a television report in 2015
- Currently clocking up 5,817 kilometres on a five-figure odometer
The Condition
- Fully restored in 2007, and still in good condition
- The paintwork is well presented with minimal wear
- All badges are present and correct
- The joinery is in good condition
- The rear bay is in excellent condition
- The canvas cover is in good condition with no tears
- Inside, the van is also well maintained
- The cab is clean and well presented, with a magnificent period dashboard
- The seats and doors have been reupholstered in elegant dark brown leather
The Mechanics
- 1,452cc in-line four-cylinder engine
- 3-speed manual transmission
- The engine bay is in good condition
- We are told that the van starts easily
- The seller informs us that there is some play in the steering requiring adjustment
- We have no reports of other mechanical problems
BEFORE BUYING
This sale is subject to Car & Classic's terms and conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer you also agree to the following:
✓ The seller is registered as a private seller, which means that consumer rights arising from European consumer protection legislation do not apply. However, you are still covered by Car & Classic's terms and conditions.
✓ We ask that a non-refundable fee is paid if you are the lucky winner of the auction or if your bid is accepted. Please refer to our FAQs and terms and conditions for specific fees.
✓ This vehicle is "sold as is", on an "as is, where is" basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are for illustrative purposes only and it is customary to carry out a full vehicle inspection prior to purchase for your own peace of mind.
✓ VAT is included in the buyer's deposit. VAT may or may not be included in the final offer or tender price, as specified in the advert.
✓ We want the transaction to go as smoothly as you do, which is why UK-registered cars and motorbikes offered for sale on Car & Classic are HPI checked to ensure they have no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and are not financially pledged, allowing you to bid with confidence.
✓ We also check whether vehicles are registered as written off as part of a total loss at the time the advert is placed on Car & Classic and provide write-off category labels (Cat C/D/S/N) to help you. However, the presence or absence of a label does not guarantee the status of the vehicle and it is always worth carrying out a full vehicle history check before making an offer on it.
✓ Buyers are responsible for the collection or delivery of the vehicle. Importing vehicles may incur additional customs duties and import taxes. If you wish, we can recommend a third party transport company who can assist you. For more details and to speak to the team, email [email protected].
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