Clermont, FL | USA
Description
Good condition "survivor" 1965 Citroen 2cv, famously and lovingly known as the "Deux Chevaux". Super fun little car. Recent import. Runs and drives great. Gets loads of attention. This early model 2cv has the 425cc engine mated to a 4 speed manual gearbox with the "trafficator" centrifugal clutch- Recent maintenance includes Oil change, replacement breathers, valve cover gaskets, valve adjustment, spark plugs, spark plug wires and a new 123 electronic ignition. New 6v battery and cables and a co...
Our Take:
- The Citroën 2CV, often affectionately called the "Deux Chevaux," is somewhat of an icon in automotive history. Originally aimed at providing a cheap, simple car for farmers in post-war France, it became a symbol of minimalist, utilitarian transportation. With its tin-can aesthetics and quirky engineering, it's a car that's both loved and, at times, misunderstood—kind of like that eccentric uncle at family reunions.
- This 1965 model comes with a 425cc engine, which might sound like a lawnmower compared to today's engines, but it was quite the engineering feat back in its day. The 2CV was designed to traverse a plowed field without breaking a basket of eggs. This model's "trafficator" centrifugal clutch is a nod to its continuous innovation in simplicity, almost as if Citroën challenged itself to make cars using fewer parts than a bicycle.
- With only 14,400 miles on the odometer, this particular 2CV is practically a time capsule, considering some of these cars have been driven to the moon and back—metaphorically, of course. The low mileage suggests it hasn't been used to chase down baguettes across the French countryside too often, preserving its charming character for the next generation of enthusiasts.
- This "survivor" car has recently been imported and boasts some tasteful upgrades, such as the 123 electronic ignition which modernizes its reliability without sacrificing its vintage charm. It's a car that's guaranteed to turn heads, not because of roaring horsepower, but for its sheer audacity to exist in a world of increasingly indistinguishable vehicles. If you’re looking to make an entrance, this car won’t disappoint—especially with a honk from its whimsically polite horn.
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