French vintage cars can’t get more…um French than a
clean Citroen DS, but a wagon version hits new levels of lovely
French-ness. This 1969 Citroen DS 20
Wagon was sold new in its home country before being imported to Netherlands in
1994. The seller acquired it from its second Dutch owner and has since put the
car through an 11-month-long refurbishment process.
This included a repaint in the correct two-tone
exterior colors, new moldings and brightwork, a redone interior, rebuilt
hydraulic spheres and more. The seats were reupholstered in 2006, with the
seller adding a new headliner, carpets and door cards. The dashboard was also paint-matched
with the Gris Typhon body color.
These cars become increasingly uncommon and
therefore more expensive, especially if they are as well taken care of as this
example appears to be. And let’s not forget the ride quality, that mythical
feeling, like gliding on a cloud thanks to the hydropneumatic suspension.
Power comes from a 2.0-liter petrol engine mated
to a four-speed manual with the shifter mounted on the steering column. As long
as you have a proper specialist mechanic near you, this beauty deserves your
attention. This rather gorgeous Citroen DS 20 Wagon (or Break as it was
originally called) is currently auctioned over at Bring A Trailer.
