Tim Schofield
Head of UK Business Development, Motoring
LOT 203 *N
c.1959 Citroën 2CV AZ Saloon Registration no. Not UK registered Chassis no. AZ BS 28477 Engine no. 02609500
Sold for £6,900 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 203*,N
c.1959 Citroën 2CV AZ Saloon
Goodwood Revival: Collectors' Motor Cars and Automobilia|19 September 2026, 13:00 BST|Chichester, Goodwood
c.1959 Citroën 2CV AZ Saloon
Registration no. Not UK registered
Chassis no. AZ BS 28477
Engine no. 02609500
Registration no. Not UK registered
Chassis no. AZ BS 28477
Engine no. 02609500
Ranking alongside the Volkswagen Beetle, Mini, and Land Rover as one of the classic mass-produced cars of the post-war era, Citroën's quirky 2CV debuted in 1948 and would remain in production for an unprecedented 42 years. Intended to provide basic transport in a period of post-war austerity, the 2CV outlived its humble beginnings, going on to attain cult status as the favoured car of the environmentally-concerned motorist.
Although the original 375cc air-cooled flat-twin engine would grow, eventually, to 602cc, the 2CV's performance remained modest at around 70mph flat-out, not that that concerned the majority of its devotees for whom the roomy interior, full-length sunroof and frugal fuel consumption were of far greater importance. By the time production ceased in 1990 around 4 million 2CVs of all types had been made, making it the most successful Citroën ever.
Offered here is an example of the AZ (425cc) version. Finished in light grey with blue seats, the car has been restored, and photographs of it stripped are on file. The car was purchased for the Collection in 1999 and shipped to Japan where it has been on static display/storage ever since. Recommissioning will be required before further use. Accompanying paperwork consists of an old French registration document (1999) and shipping documents relating to its importation into Japan.
Please note that this vehicle is from outside the UK. Our customs agents, CARS UK, will manage all post sale customs administration. A fee of £350+VAT will be charged on the buyer's invoice to administer both import or export customs movements. If the buyer also chooses to ship with CARS UK, this will be quoted separately. If this vehicle is to remain in the UK, it will be subject to Import VAT at the reduced rate of 5% on the hammer price. This vehicle will not be available for immediate collection after the sale and will only be released on completion of customs clearance formalities. If you have any questions regarding customs clearance, please contact the Bonhams Car Department.
Although the original 375cc air-cooled flat-twin engine would grow, eventually, to 602cc, the 2CV's performance remained modest at around 70mph flat-out, not that that concerned the majority of its devotees for whom the roomy interior, full-length sunroof and frugal fuel consumption were of far greater importance. By the time production ceased in 1990 around 4 million 2CVs of all types had been made, making it the most successful Citroën ever.
Offered here is an example of the AZ (425cc) version. Finished in light grey with blue seats, the car has been restored, and photographs of it stripped are on file. The car was purchased for the Collection in 1999 and shipped to Japan where it has been on static display/storage ever since. Recommissioning will be required before further use. Accompanying paperwork consists of an old French registration document (1999) and shipping documents relating to its importation into Japan.
Please note that this vehicle is from outside the UK. Our customs agents, CARS UK, will manage all post sale customs administration. A fee of £350+VAT will be charged on the buyer's invoice to administer both import or export customs movements. If the buyer also chooses to ship with CARS UK, this will be quoted separately. If this vehicle is to remain in the UK, it will be subject to Import VAT at the reduced rate of 5% on the hammer price. This vehicle will not be available for immediate collection after the sale and will only be released on completion of customs clearance formalities. If you have any questions regarding customs clearance, please contact the Bonhams Car Department.
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| * | Import low rate |
| VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium. | |
| N | NOVA declaration |
| If purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (CARS) to undertake the NOVA on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £350 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice. |
