AGUTTES
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1985 – Citroën BX 16 RS
See original version (French)
65
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1985 – Citroën BX 16 RS
See original version (French)
Estimate €5,000 - €7,000
Voluntary lot
Description
1985 – Citroën BX 16 RS
Chassis no. VF7XBXE0001XE0019
French vehicle registration document
Preserved and restored at the Peugeot Citroën DS Adventure Museum for over 20 years!
Launched in October 1982, the BX 16 RS was the highest-performance model in the range at the time. Its 1,580 cm³ XU5 engine with twin-barrel carburettor produced 90 ch and powered a car weighing less than 950 kg, a power-to-weight ratio that enabled it to rival several contemporary 1.8-litre saloons.
It came as standard with a 5-speed gearbox, a rev counter, tinted windows and a higher level of equipment than the BX 14. Before the arrival of the Sport, GT and GTi models, the 16 RS represented the dynamic top-of-the-range model in the BX Phase 1 range. Its production was limited to the model’s early years, which explains its current rarity.
Our example boasts a history that is absolutely unique for a car in this range! It began its life at the offices of the newspaper *Ouest France*, before being fully restored by former workers at Citroën’s Rennes factory. In 1998, it joined the Peugeot Citroën Aventure Museum, from which it was sold at an Aguttes auction in 2021!
In impeccable condition, it then found its way into the garage of an enthusiast looking for a popular and innovative car capable of covering long distances. It was then entrusted to the Citroën Conservatoire to carry out the work needed to get it back on the road (costing over €4,000 at the time). Several thousand kilometres were covered without incident, taking it out into the countryside or to brand-themed gatherings. Original and, above all, rare in this condition, its success has never wavered! Last June, further refurbishment work was carried out at Citroën to replace the hydraulic pumps and carry out various maintenance tasks to ensure it runs smoothly.
Still complete with its service books, manuals, spare keys and original documentation, this BX, in magnificent condition, is sure to delight even the most discerning collectors!
See original version (French)
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About the sale
Autoworld 2026 | Auction & Motion
Auction location
Auction time
10/10/2026 at 3:00 PM
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