1972 | Citroën DS 23 Pallas IE

Registration number: CI-09-30


*Citroën DS 23 Pallas: A Time Capsule from La Belle France
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Every so often, a classic car comes along that needs no explanation. One look and it speaks to you, telling a story of a time when innovation still went hand in hand with elegance.

This 1972 DS 23 Pallas says it all. A pure and original example, finished in a sophisticated Noir exterior with a stunning Rouge Cornaline velour interior.
This Citroën DS still wears its factory paint. Not a restored vehicle, but a remarkably well-preserved survivor, just as it left the showroom. With only 56,000 kilometers since new, this is undoubtedly one of the most original DS models you’ll find today.


*A direct connection to the past
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Citroën specialists use this particular car as the reference point for what an untouched DS should look like. It sets the benchmark. Everything is right: the fit of the body panels, the subtle sheen of the original paint, and the beautifully preserved interior with those unmistakable seats. Even the controls and gauges still carry that fresh, almost new appearance. It truly feels like stepping into 1976, when this DS was only four years old.


*Nico Aaldering on this DS
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Our team at Gallery Aaldering is proud to present this DS, and founder Nico Aaldering shares a personal thought:
“I’ve owned many DS models over the years. But this one moves me. Not because it’s perfect, but because it’s honest. Untouched, original, exactly the way you used to see them on the street. This is the kind of car that excites me. It’s a reference point for anyone who ever wants to restore a DS the right way.”


*Timeless comfort, instantly felt
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Turn the key and everything just clicks into place. The engine fires up smoothly, the gearbox works effortlessly, and the suspension makes you feel like you’re floating on silk. There are no squeaks, no rattles, no signs of fatigue. A low-mileage DS like this speaks volumes from the moment you drive it. It feels tight, quiet, and almost impossibly refined.


*A French masterpiece, well ahead of its time
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When Citroën introduced the DS in 1955, it stopped the automotive world in its tracks. No other brand had ever dared to merge such bold design with groundbreaking technology. Self-leveling hydropneumatic suspension, power-assisted controls, and styling that felt closer to sculpture than to conventional car design.

By 1972, the DS had evolved into a true technical marvel. The 2.3-liter engine in this example offered more power and an even smoother driving experience. The Pallas trim brought additional touches of luxury, enhanced sound insulation, and elevated attention to detail.


*Highlights of this DS 23 Pallas
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- Only 56,000 kilometers since delivery in 1972
- Still in its original factory paint (Noir)
- Interior in stunning Rouge Cornaline velour
- Unrestored and exceptionally original
- Fully documented and recognized among enthusiasts as a reference vehicle
- Drives wonderfully, exactly as a low-mileage DS should


*An opportunity for the true enthusiast
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This is more than just a beautifully maintained DS. This is for the purist who wants to feel, smell, and experience what an original Citroën DS is really like.
We warmly invite you to see and drive this remarkable time capsule for yourself. Interested or located outside the Netherlands? No problem. We handle worldwide export and are happy to assist you personally.