Puntata vincente
15.500 £

1970 Citroen ID20 LHD DS Pallas upgrades

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. 
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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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Specifiche del veicolo

  • Anno1970
  • MarcaCitroen
  • ModelloID20
  • ColoreGris Nacre
  • Contachilometri61,003 Miglia
  • Cilindrata2175cc
  • Tipo di venditorePrivato
  • CittàChichester
  • ConteaSussex
  • PaeseRegno Unito
  • Fine dell'asta

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