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ARTESIA - Maison de Ventes à Châtellerault

1 - CITROËN TRACTION AVANT 11 BL
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Estimate €15,000 - €20,000
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Description
CITROËN TRACTION AVANT 11 BL Bordeaux colour with a slight metallic sheen; light grey fabric interior Date of first registration: 1 January 1949. Chassis number: 523821 Uncertified odometer reading: 95,313 km Vehicle registration document: French Attractive appearance, true to its original description. 4 tyres in good condition. The paintwork has a lovely patina despite some minor chips on the bonnet. In fine condition, perfect for reliving a bygone era. Launched in 1934, the Citroën Traction Avant was one of the most innovative cars of its time. Designed under the direction of André Lefèbvre, it introduced a particularly modern design combining front-wheel drive, a monocoque body, independent front suspension and hydraulic braking. The 11 Légère version, introduced in 1934, was fitted with a 1,911 cm³ four-cylinder engine producing around 46 ch. More compact and lighter than the 11 Normale, it stood out for its elegant proportions and low-slung profile, which became emblematic of French car manufacturing. Presented in an elegant shade of red, this Traction Avant 11 Légère boasts the characteristic silhouette of the early generations of the Traction. Its four-door body, flowing lines and particularly innovative architecture make it an essential model in France’s automotive heritage today. An iconic car that epitomises Citroën’s technical audacity in the 1930s, the Traction Avant remains one of the most significant models in French motoring history, both for its innovations and for its influence on subsequent generations. A red four-door saloon, presented in keeping with the original spirit. A historic, elegant car, representative of the early years of the Traction Avant.
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About the sale PRESTIGE – 20TH-CENTURY ART & DESIGN – CHÂTEAU DE VAYRES
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Auction time 10/17/2026 at 2:00 PM
Lot description modified on 10/15/2026 at 11:38 AM
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