1977 Citroen CX Prestige
Highlights
- A truly magnificent example of the most luxurious CX
- Rare 'toit plat' model with interesting history
- Long wheelbase prestige car with full leather interior
- Complete file of documents
- Remarkably solid, well cared for and in original condition
The Appeal
Citroën caused a sensation with the CX and its space-age design when it debuted in 1974, with its streamlined aerodynamics and unusual styling. In a way, it was a repetition of history, almost two decades after the appearance of the equally spectacular DS, which also made a strong impression at the time.
The transverse-engined, front-wheel-drive CX was a masterpiece, but it was also the subject of some criticism, not least from the French dignitaries sitting in the back. They complained that the tapering roofline meant compromises in terms of rear headroom, resulting in the CX Prestige at the top end of the range. Rather than disrupt the revolutionary aerodynamics by raising the car's roofline, Citroën instead increased the wheelbase so as not to lose the aerodynamic benefits of the sculpted hatchback. Interestingly, the first owner of this very car was a friend of President Giscard d'Estaing, who himself had a CX Prestige - infact, the reason the Prestige exists at all can be attributed to his complaints about the headroom in the standard CX!
This example is a pre-restyling 1977 car with the 118bhp 2.4-litre in-line four-cylinder engine - a DS heritage renowned for its durability. Originally registered in France, it spent a few years in Belgium and is now being offered for sale by a Swiss collector.
This is a beautiful original with an incredible interior and is presented in excellent condition inside and out.
The History and Paperwork
- Manufactured in 1977 and first registered in France
- Beautiful original car with 96,760 km on the clock, as stated by the vendor
- Complete file of documents including original manual and ownership documents
- Historic photographs
- Several invoices documenting recent and previous maintenance and repairs
- 4 owners from new
- Belgian registration papers
- The vendor has a company in Belgium, which is why it has Belgian license plates
- In the ownership of vendor since 2018
- The first owner was a friend of President Giscard d'Estaing, a wealthy industrialist from La Baule
The Condition
- Marked silver paintwork
- Very close to original condition with the exception of cosmetic repairs carried out during the life of the car
- No visible rust or corrosion
- Very good paint finish
- Original chrome, including full-width disc wheel trims in good condition
- Full-length vinyl roof in good condition
- All correct badges, trim and lighting equipment in impressive overall condition
- The underside of the car appears to be in superb condition with no visible evidence of major welding or rust
- Beautiful tan leather interior with "button" design
- Original "rotunda" counters and "pods" for lights and indicators
- Carpets, headlining and door panels in very good condition
- Well presented luggage area with original alloy spare wheel and tools
- Accessory cord-mounted map light
- Front electric windows
- Two very small cracks in the stitching of the leather seats
- Upgraded CD stereo concealed in glove box so as not to distract from the appearance of the original interior
- Superb condition throughout - a beautifully presented car that is sure to turn heads.
The Mechanics
- 2.4-litre in-line four-cylinder engine
- Mileage estimated as genuine
- Four-speed manual transmission
- Engine, mechanical and air-conditioning components have been completely rebuilt, with bills totalling over 7000 euros
- Fully functional hydropneumatic suspension
- Described by the vendor as being in good working order, with excellent road holding and a powerful engine
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1977
- Make Citroen
- Model CX
- Colour Silver
- Odometer 95,760 Kilometres
- Engine size 2400
Listing Details
- Seller type Private
- Town Sion
- Location International
- Country Switzerland
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