Description
Even though Citroen’s Visa was unveiled in 1978, its development started as early as 1965 via Robert Opron’s studies on replacing the 2CV. Its technology incorporated several innovations acquired from Citroen’s partnerships with Fiat and later Peugeot that were tested in several prototypes including G-mini, EN101, Prototype Y and Projet VD. Citroen’s design practices of the era were evident in the single piece front bumper radiator grille and PRN Satellite driver controls. The engines fitted ranged from the air cooled 652cc twin cylinder Boxer to water cooled in line 4-cylinder units of larger capacity. In 1981 Heuliez was recruited to revise the exterior offering smoother lines via omission of the cumbersome single bumper, a series of plastic trim fittings and an array of colour options. In 1984 a 2nd revision did come with an unfavorable by enthusiasts dropping of the PRN Lunele controls for a bulkier dashboard. Production ended 4 years later with subsequent revivals by plants in Romania and China.
The Visa offered was produced in 1983 featuring the Heuliez facelift, the air-cooled Boxer twin cylinder V06 644 higher compression engine and Colorado Beige colour over brown interior. In 2022 it was acquired with only 41521 km by marque specialists to be cosmetically restored to its former state. It now presents in exceptional condition ready to be displayed at any event or simply enjoyed.
Specifications
Year: 1983
Make: Automobiles Citroen
Model: VISA II Club
Body type: 5-door hatchback
Chassis number: VF7VDVF0004VF6753
Engine number: V06 644* the details below
Engine type: 652 cc, Boxer, 2-cyl., ECO short overlap camshaft, air cooled, Solex 26/ 35CSIC/ 238 carburetted, 9. 5 to 1 compression ratio, 34 bhp at 5250 rpm 48 Nm at 3500 rpm output
Transmission type: 4-speed, manual
Layout: longitudinal front engine, front wheel drive
Ignition: computerized electronic
Color: Beige Colorado
Mileage: 41914 km
Registration: Greek
Club II features:
- full car length plastic side strips
- black plastic window surrounds
- steel wheels
