1948 Citroën 2CV Type A Sedan

375cc OHV Flat Twin
Dual Solex 22 ZACI Carburetors
9bhp at 3,500rpm
4-Speed Manual Transmission
Front Leading and Rear Trailing Arm Suspension
4-Wheel Drum Brakes

*Fun beach or weekend car
*Iconic French cult car

The 2CV

Ranking alongside the Volkswagen Beetle, Mini, and Land Rover as one of the classic mass-produced cars of the post-war era, Citroën's quirky 2CV debuted in 1949. Intended to provide basic transport in a period of post-war austerity, the 2CV outlived its humble beginnings, going on to attain cult status as the favored car of the environmentally-concerned motorist. Although the original 375cc air-cooled flat-twin engine grew, eventually, to 602cc in 1961, the 2CV's performance remained modest at around 70mph flat-out, not that terminal velocity concerned the majority of its devotees, for whom the roomy interior, full-length sunroof and frugal fuel consumption were of far greater importance. Early 2CVs are now becoming increasingly sought after, with few original cars surviving the rigors of extreme mileage and maintenance on a shoestring budget. They have a purity and charm that gradually disappeared on later variants.

The Motorcar Offered

This very early 2CV represents what most connoisseurs consider the purest and most attractive variant of this long running model. Light and pure in shape, the early cars are best recognized by their fluted hoods. The very early models like this one have the full length sunroof that goes all the way to the engine compartment.

Delivered new to Italy this 2CV still displays its hand lettered Italian tags. Finished in the characteristic grey livery with a possibly original interior that is charming in its austere simplicity, the car starts easily and drove the way it should with surprisingly peppy performance – thanks to its very low weight.

Early examples are rarely found in the US and are the most desired by collectors. Like so many cars the first examples truly are the best.

Without reserve