1985 Citroen CX Series 1 25 GTI Automatic
Highlights
- Only 45,437 miles from new
- Lots of history dating back to 1985
- Recent work including tyres, retrim, inlet manifold and wax injection
- Finished in desirable dark grey metallic
- Original and well kept car presenting at a high level
- Long MOT to August 2025 with minor advisories rectified
- Eligible for Historic Vehicle status from 1st April 2025
The Appeal
Delivering just one ground-breaking saloon would be enough for some car makers. Not so Citroen. When the CX arrived it was just as revolutionary as the DS, mixing a la mode fastback styling with a raft of clever details that set it apart from its conventional rivals. And that’s all before we mention that clever hydropneumatic self-levelling suspension with its magic carpet ride.
A sporting version of Citroen’s relaxing saloon doesn’t seem an obvious idea. But in the French firm’s hand, it worked. The GTI, launched in 1977, added more power to make the CX an effortless long-distance GT.
Survivors are very rare, which makes this late model Series 1 a real treat. Finished in dark grey metallic, one of the best colours for these beautiful cars, it retains the many factory details that make these pre-facelift cars sought after. We particularly love the chrome bumpers and original oval-themed digital dashboard.
The car retains its factory features and is in very good condition indeed. The vendor imported it from the Netherlands last year and confirms the displayed 73,000 kms (45,437 miles) is genuine. The paperwork goes back to 1985 and includes invoices for a raft of recent work. The vendor has clearly invested in bringing all of this car up to the same standard. That includes a full seat and armrest retrim in genuine Citroen grey cloth by Chevronics and a small number of minor mechanical parts. He has even converted the a/c to modern gas.
Underlining the impression that creates, supported by the photos, is a long MOT to August 2025. That could be the car’s last if the buyer chooses - this car is eligible for Historic Vehicle status from 1st April so will be tax, MOT and ULEZ exempt.
The vendor tells us:
It delivers classic CX comfort with brisk acceleration and excellent braking. It is a joy to drive. The CX was Car of the year 1974 for good reason. Our family loved the CX estates in 1980s.”
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 1985 in Netherlands
- DVLA records first registration as 1st January 1985
- This makes the car eligible for Historic Vehicle status from 1st April 2025
- One registered keeper since arriving in the UK
- First UK registered 1st September 2023
- Undersealed from new in 1985 in the Netherlands
- Original service paperwork with the car from the Netherlands
- All work in the UK documented since July 2023 with the car
- Garage stored by current keeper
- Handbook for recently fitted Pioneer Bluetooth stereo
- Set of keys as shown
- MOT to 8th August 2025 with advisory for ball joint, now rectified
- 72,612 kms showing on test and now on 73,125 kms (45,437 miles)
- Vendor confirms that the displayed kilometerage is correct
The Condition
- Very tidy and original late model Series 1 in desirable dark grey metallic
- Retains its sought-after Series 1 features including chrome bumpers and interior
- Paintwork appears to be largely original and very well kept with few signs of age
- Buyers should be realistic about condition based on age, originality and mileage
- Bodywork is very good with well-kept panels, sills, arches and underside
- No structural advisories on last MOT
- Retains its factory GTI features including spoiler, fog lights and badging
- Factory standard car with original 14in GTI alloy wheels in good overall condition
- Alloys show some light marks appearing to be original and unrestored
- Recently fitted with quality Uniroyal tyres since arriving in the UK
- Spare tyre has also been recently replaced
- Undersealed from new with recent wax injection of chassis members since September 2023
- Lots of recent fettling work including rebonding rear screen
- Beautiful interior with recently retrimmed seats and armrest in Citroen fabric by Chevronix
- Fully operational oval digital dashboard as shown with no reported faults
- Original and well-kept switchgear with few signs of use or age
- Headlining, door cards, carpets and cabin fittings all in very good order
- There are some light stains to grey carpet in driver’s footwell, but not unsightly
- New Pioneer Bluetooth radio and speakers recently fitted
- Specification includes rear blinds, rear lap belts and air conditioning
The Mechanics
- 2,499cc 4cyl 130bhp fuel injected engine
- 3spd automatic gearbox
- Vendor reports suspension works correctly and has needed no recent work
- New speedometer cable fitted in August 2024
- Air leak in the inlet manifold corrected in August 2024
- Offside front (OSF) ball joint advisory on MOT has been rectified according to seller
- MOT contains advisory for minor oil leak which is typical of a car of this age
- A/C pump converted from R12 to R134A since purchase by seller
- New battery since September 2023
- The vendor tells us that ‘no work is needed’ to the mechanicals or running gear
- We have no reports of running or driving issues
- Long MOT with advisories rectified and also detailed above
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1985
- Make Citroen
- Model CX
- Colour Grey
- Odometer 73,125 Kilometres
- Engine size 2499
Listing Details
- Seller type Private
- Town Eye
- Location Suffolk
- Country United Kingdom
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