Highlights

Upgraded with various DS Pallas features including 2.2 litre engine
Attractive Gunmetal Metallic grey paint with matching roof
Delightful and superbly comfortable brown leather interior
Nicely aged and ready for immediate use
UK Registered
Yellow headlights

The Appeal

When automotive designer Flaminio Bertoni and aeronautical engineer Andre Lefebvre collaborated at Citroen on the design of the DS little did they know that the timeless appeal and advanced engineering would place the DS firmly in the number 3 position of the greatest cars of all time according to Classic and Sportscar magazine. Put simply the DS was so far ahead of the opposition that initially the French buyers were wary of the car that looked unlike anything on the road. With advanced hydro pneumatic suspension, disc brakes, swivelling headlights and advanced aerodynamic styling it was a startling sight then, and still looks as stunning and individual today.

This example was purchased by the seller in 1990 and he has enjoyed the Citroen with his family for 21 years. It was driven extensively for the first few years of ownership as a daily driver, and later it was used for longer journeys to France. It was used to complete the Three Castles Regularity Trial, based in and around Llandudno, in North Wales on two occasions.

In recent years the Citroen has been driven less often as other cars were vying for attention, and now the Seller has reluctantly decided it’s time to part company as circumstances have changed.

In good useable condition the Citroen is running well with some major work completed and a history of regular maintenance.

History and Paperwork

Built in late 1969 for 1970 model year
Imported into the UK and registered in September 1990
Purchased by the Seller in August 2002
V5c In Seller’s name
Driven as daily driver in 2003-4
Completed Three Castles Regularity Trial twice
Driven to France on several occasions
Invoices showing work completed and regular maintenance
DVLA MoT history back to 2006 @ 59,373 miles
Various old MoTs back to 2007 @ 59,662 miles
Reproduction DS Owner’s manual
Original lever arch file Citroen DS Repair Manual 1966

The Interior

Brown leather seats in nice, undamaged condition
Front seats re-trimmed and exceedingly soft and comfortable
Front seats upgraded with desirable DS headrests and centre armrest
Smart rear seats with armrest with cover
Light grey carpet, overall good but with a few marks around pedal area
All gauges clear and appear to function correctly
One year only ID20 upright black dashboard
No warning lights displayed
DS single spoke steering wheel
Inertia seatbelts fitted to all four seats
White roof lining in good condition with some marks on underside of sunroof
Sunroof non functional, sealed
Tidy boot lined with grey carpet, would benefit from cleaning
Dry boot floor with no corrosion
Overall a nicely aged interior with areas that could be improved or cleaned

The Exterior

Gris Nacre, gunmetal grey metallic paintwork in good condition with minor chips and aged related marks
Small area of bubbling below passenger side headlight and driver’s side rear wing
Bonnet replaced in early 2000’s
New lower door sills
All glass and headlight lenses in great condition
Inner yellow headlights turn correctly with front wheels
Driver’s side front indicator lens cracked
15 inch steel wheels with correct full chrome hubcaps
Lightly worn Hancook Centum tyres on front, one Vredestein and one unidentified on rear
All chrome trim in good condition with light wear
DS badges on C pillars
Fitted with towbar with electrics, plus two clear reversing lights
Cornets with original prism lenses
In general the exterior shows some age, but no immediate attention is required

The Mechanics

Upgraded to the DS21 engine: 2,175 cc 4 cylinder, carburettor fed with 107bhp
In line lead replacement fuel line allows the car to run on unleaded fuel
5 speed gearbox with column change
Steering rack replaced around 2012
New battery fitted 6/21
Suspension Pump replaced 7/19 costing £1,495
Suspension spheres and system work completed in 8/19
New alternator
Clean and corrosion free underside
New exhaust centre section and silencer
Presentable and original engine bay with evidence of new parts and maintenance
Correctly under bonnet mounted spare wheel, jack and tools with original spare wheel cover
Two brand new spare tyres and two extra headlight lens covers also included
A nicely original and most desirable 2.2 litre engine in well preserved engine bay

Summary

If you have never experienced the outstanding DS ride quality then you are missing one of the best automotive experiences. On rough roads the suspension soaks up even the largest of potholes with barely a murmur, and once on a smooth fast road the ride is effortless and superb. The seats are probably amongst the most comfortable ever available so combined with the ride the overall experience is unforgettable.

Whenever a group of classic car enthusiasts discuss the significant cars of the 20th century the Citroen DS will always crop up, and for good reason. They were so ahead of their time, still more comfortable than most modern cars, and just so chic and stylish. Now in a world of dismal SUVs the DS just can’t be beaten for style, looks and head turning ability.

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