Description
This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Iconic Sale at the NEC Classic Motor Show 2024 - Cars on Saturday the 9th of November, NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT. The 2CV Van was launched in 1950 as the AU. In 1954 the engine was uprated from 375cc to 425cc and the model renamed AZU. It was to remain in production until 1972, with many detail changes over the years and was the last A-Series to keep 'old-style' mechanicals, with 425 engine and chassis-mounted pedal gear. In 1972 the AZU 250 saw the coachwork changed from 'small-ripple to large ripple' and the installation of the 435cc engine, first seen in the Dyane 4 in 1968 and the 2CV4 in 1970. With a few mechanical changes, it became the AZU 250 GA (Grandes Administrations) in 1975, and production ceased in 1978.
On offer here is an interesting 2CV AZU 250 that is excitingly offered without Reserve. Looking like a 1950's support vehicle from the Tour de France, this Citroën was restored by Pete Abbot of Deux Chevaux in Lincs, one of the UK’s most respected 2CV specialists.
The van features 1950s style genuine Citroën ripple bodywork and is not to be confused with fibreglass replicas. Sitting on a galvanised Citroën chassis, it's powered by a later 602cc unit fitted with 123 electronic ignition making it an eager starter and very economical. Disc brakes assist retardation when fully loaded and the van sits on nearly new Michelins. The easily removable large wooden roof rack can carry 8 x 4 sheets and this, combined with the large van rear, makes this a really effective load carrier (within reason!). It's very well presented in the iconic Gris Clair colour scheme with attractive 'Michelin Pneus' graphics.
The 2CV is accompanied by a big box of spares contains belts, starter motor, indicator lenses, LHM fluid, gaiters etc. There is also a good history file with restoration photos, UK V5C etc. Excitingly offered without Reserve, this could make a great light commercial vehicle or just a genuinely fun item to use and enjoy.
