Finding Citroen SMs that reside in the small space between basketcase and high-dollar restoration is a challenge. Given the cost associated with properly restoring one of these exotic machines, you don’t often find sellers willing to get one to… more»
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Feb 14, 2019 • For Sale • 53 Comments
French Loaf: 1970 Citröen DS ID21F
If this style of car looks familiar to you, you’ve been paying attention in the vintage-automobile scene. That’s correct, it is indeed a Citroën DS platform station wagon (or Estate, or Shooting Brake, whatever you call it in your… more»
Feb 3, 2019 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Failed to Start: 1967 Citroën DS21
One of the challenges with owning an oddball vehicle is the limited support network for repairing said vehicle when a repair is required above your own skill level. I’ve run into this with my vintage Toyota HiAce project, as… more»
Dec 25, 2018 • For Sale • 40 Comments
French Connection: 1972 Citroen SM Coupe
Citroen is a French manufacturer whose offerings have always been bold, daring, and controversial. The SM Coupe was no exception to this rule, and in spite of strong sales in the USA, the car disappeared from the American market… more»
Oct 28, 2018 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Bread Van, Anyone? 1963 Citroën Acadiane
One of the highlights of owning a van project like my 1981 Toyota HiAce is how functional it is even when I’m not using it. I can store all sorts of crap in the back while it’s just sitting… more»
Oct 22, 2018 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Restore or Parts Car?: 1965 Citroën DS19
When your neighbor on one side of you brought home a new Mustang and the neighbor on the other side bought a new Riviera, there was no question who the college professor was when you pulled into your driveway… more»
Oct 5, 2018 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Looks Can Be Deceiving: 1961 Citroën DS19
The Citroën DS has polarizing looks—some of us find it beautiful, others of us find it strange or even repulsive—but I think we can all agree that we’ve seen prettier examples than this ’61 DS19. But! While it may… more»
Oct 3, 2018 • For Sale • 41 Comments
S Class Opposite: 1987 Citroën AX CX Pallas
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»
Sep 23, 2018 • For Sale • 12 Comments
“No, It Doesn’t Float!” 1971 Citroen Mehari
When I stumbled upon this 1971 Citroen Mehari, advertised here on Craigslist, my initial reaction was What the heck is that? Devoted Barnfinds readers may remember a write-up Scotty Gilbertson did on one of these trucks a little over a year ago, however,… more»
Sep 23, 2018 • For Sale • 21 Comments
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»
Sep 11, 2018 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Self-Leveling Survivor: 1987 Citroen CX GTi Turbo 2
It’s impossible to mistake a Citroen for any other car and as the seller of this ’87 CX states, “If you’re here [viewing this ad], you probably know what this car is…” Posted for sale here on Craigslist in… more»
Jul 29, 2018 • For Sale • 18 Comments
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»
Jul 6, 2018 • Classifieds • 45 Comments
Reader Ad: Argentinian 1977 Citroen 3CV
Does anyone know why Citroen called their 2CV a 3CV in Argentina? What Makes It Special? This is a Citroen 3CV produced in Argentina, roughly 6,600 were made. This Citroen has the ability to switch between a hard top… more»
Jun 12, 2018 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Powered by Maserati: 1974 Citroen SM
While the classic Citroen DS is not an uncommon find on craigslist – usually in basketcase form – the Maserati-powered SM pops up less frequently. These were impressive GT cars in their day, combining the innovative Citroen suspension with… more»
May 22, 2018 • Uncategorized • 20 Comments
Huge Stash Of Citroens!
We’ve seen some strange car hoards, but this could be the weirdest one yet! Barn Finds reader David N sent us a tip about this “collection” of Citroens in the Netherlands. It appears that the owner specializes in restoring… more»
May 21, 2018 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Forlorn Estate: Citroen DS Break
Citroen’s DS cars are fascinating vehicles, overly-complex but also engineering marvels. Their values traverse a wide range, with some pristine examples selling for six-figure prices at auction in recent years. This estate-bodied example was taken in trade for services… more»
