When Citroen pulled out of the US market, that wasn’t the end of the company’s presence in the U.S. Cars like this 1987 AX CX Pallas were imported and federalized according to rigorous safety and emissions requirements. While the company… more»
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French Connection: 1957 Devin Renault Special
Devins are sought after kit cars for a variety of their reasons, including heritage and rarity, but also because they were well-built kits back in the day. They utilized a variety of floor pans and engines, with some even… more»
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Vive la Différence: 1972 Citroën SM
Citroëns, much like escargot and foie gras, are an acquired taste. This is particularly true with the early 70’s SM model. Their styling was like nothing else; and with mechanicals such as front wheel drive, a high-pressure central hydraulic… more»
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Foregone Conclusion: 1981 Renault 4 F6
“It’s like those French have a different word for everything”, to quote a famous Steve Martin comedy bit. This Renault 4 F6 van, or fourgonnette, is listed on eBay with an unmet opening bid of $3,399 and it’s located in Maurertown,… more»
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Convertible Conversion: 1956 Facel Vega FV2
The Facel Vega FV2 was built between November 1955 and March 1956. With such a short production run from a small manufacturer build numbers are always going to be low. In fact, this FV2 is one of only 30… more»
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French Barn Find: 1950s Mochet CM-125 Luxe
Put on your French microcar thinking caps and chime in at the end in the comments section on this one. This is, I believe, an early-1950s Mochet CM-125 Luxe. The seller has it posted on Craigslist in Plattsburgh, New… more»
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French Vacation: 1958 Citroen 2CV
Recently I wrote an article on a Citroen 2CV, and now another one has appeared on our desks here at Barn Finds. The seller has listed this car as an AX model, but I believe that this is a… more»
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European Bargain: 1970 Citroen 2CV
The first production Citroen 2CV was delivered in 1949, and the car quickly became the butt of joke by comedians, politicians and motoring journalists. The joke turned out to be on them as during its life-time Citroen built and… more»
Reader Ad: 1959 Simca Aronde
While not as radical as a Citroen, the Simca Aronde is still a unique and intriguing little French car. We didn’t get many of them here in the States and the few that we did seem to have all… more»
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Oklahoma Francophile: 1978 Peugeot 504 Diesel
I know that there are a lot of diesel pickups in Tulsa, Oklahoma but I wonder how many diesel-powered French cars there are in Tulsa? This 1978 Peugeot 504 diesel sedan is located there so there’s at least one…. more»
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Geneva Show Car: 1993 Bugatti EB 110
Bugattis have a colorful history in almost any iteration, and the elaborate EB 110 was produced at a time when the company’s ownership was flirting with financial ruin. Despite this, the EB 110 remains one of the most sought-after… more»
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En Francais: 1962 Renault Caravelle Project Package
Ask almost anyone to name a rear engine sporting car from the late fifties-early sixties time period and you’ll probably hear Karmann-Ghia. Say Renault Caravelle and you’ll likely get a blank stare. That may be what’s going on with… more»
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Lawn Art Project: 1959 Panhard Dyna Z
Here’s one you don’t see everyday: a Panhard Dyna Z from the late 1950s, a fascinating French creation that offered unusual styling, room for six, and utilized aluminum to cut down on weight. The catfish-like nose gives the impression… more»
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Give Me A Break: 1975 Citroën Ami 8 Break
I never thought that I’d own a French car but I do. They’re an acquired taste for sure, at least for those of us who weren’t born and raised in France. This 1975 Citroën Ami 8 Break is a… more»
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1 of 54! 1984 Renault GTA Alpine V6 GT
Wearing classic ’80s monochrome white, this 1984 Renault GTA Alpine V6 GT may represent the ultimate specimen on the planet, a claim easier to quantify than most considering only 54 were built. This 17,500 mile time capsule in Miami,… more»
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Taste of Monte Carlo? 1960 Panhard PL17
One of the reasons that I love this job is the sheer diversity of the offerings that come our way. Situated in Marion, Ohio, and listed here on eBay with a starting bid of $2,000 and only a day… more»
