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Citroen 11BL Légère Cabriolet Traction Avant (1939)

Citroën 11BL Légère Cabriolet Traction Avant very good condition with appraisal note 1 (1939)
Price
80.000 €
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Constantin von der Recke
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Overview

Manufacturer Citroen
Model 11BL Légère Cabriolet Traction Avant
Year 1939
TransmissionManual
Horsepower58
Milage
45.084 km
Not or only partially comprehensible.
Country VersionN/A
Location DE-70184 Stuttgart
Color Blue-Grey

Vehicle description

For sale is a Citröen 11BL Légère Cabriolet Traction Avant from 1939 in the color Bleu-Grisé with a blue leather interior.

Highlights:

  • TÜV, H license plate and immediately ready to drive
  • The Citröen was professionally restored in 2020/2021; documentation is available
  • Expert opinion from 2022 with a grade of 1
  • Accident and repaint-free
  • Body in original condition with no visible rust spots
  • Interior with mother-in-law's seat
  • The following equipment is available: Soft top, manual windows, electric windshield wipers, seat belts

General information about the vehicle

  • Year of construction: 1939
  • First registration: cannot be traced
  • Location: 70184 Stuttgart, Germany
  • Number of vehicle owners: unknown (owned by the seller since 2019)
  • Restored
  • Accident-free
  • Licensed
  • H license plate
  • TÜV until 05/26
  • Immediately ready to drive

Model history
When the first Citroën Traction Avant, the 7A, was presented in 1934, it was considered a sensation in the automotive world. However, observers at the time would hardly have thought it possible that this progressive model series would remain in the sales program until 1957. Front-wheel drive in series production - called "Traction Avant" in French - was new in this class. The self-supporting, aerodynamic all-steel body with its balanced weight distribution was also unique. The positioning of the gearbox in front of the engine and front axle was also innovative. The good roadholding allowed relatively high cornering speeds and gave the Traction Avant safe driving characteristics, which were appreciated by both the French police and bank robbers - the vehicles were therefore often referred to as "gangster Citroëns".

The facts

Exterior & interior:

  • Exterior color: Bleu-Grisé
  • Interior with blue leather upholstery and fabric soft top
  • No repainting required

Engine and transmission:

  • 1.9-liter four-cylinder engine with 58 hp
  • Manual gearbox
  • Last engine service in May 2024

Mileage:

  • 45,084 km (read off)
  • Mileage can be partially traced
  • No checkbook

Documentation:

  • Vehicle documents, expert opinion (2022, grade 1)

Tires, brakes, body & underbody:

  • Tires: 70-90%
  • Brakes: as good as new
  • Bodywork: very good condition (The chipped paint that can be seen in the pictures will be professionally repaired before the sale)
  • Underbody: good condition - rust-free
  • Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to get further impressions of the vehicle's condition.


Known defects

  • No known defects
  • The visible paint chips will be repaired before sale
  • Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos for further impressions of the vehicle's condition.

Summary

This Citröen 11BL Légère Cabriolet Traction Avant from 1939 presents itself in simply outstanding condition. The vehicle is accident- and repaint-free, has TÜV until 05/26 and already has a classic car registration. With its 1.9-liter four-cylinder engine and elegant, rust-free bodywork, this classic car promises a nostalgic driving experience that brings the fascination of times gone by to life, especially when the soft top is opened. The excellent road holding and well-preserved interior offer an authentic convertible experience for classic car enthusiasts.

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Kickdown check

  • Expert report available
  • Kickdown photographer was on site
  • Video of the vehicle available
  • Main inspection
  • Matching numbers
  • Current service performed
  • Low milage

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