1952 | Citroën Traction Avant 15/6 Familiale
1952 Citroen Traction Avant '52
1952 Citroen Traction Avant '52
Description
The 1952 Citroën Traction Avant is one of the most revolutionary models in French automotive history. As the first mass-produced car with front-wheel drive and a monocoque body, it combined innovative engineering with timeless design. This example is offered as a restoration project and represents an excellent basis for enthusiasts looking to revive this icon.
### Technical data
- Make: Citroën
- Model: Traction Avant
- Year: 1952
- Engine: 1,911 cc four-cylinder
- Transmission: Manual 3-speed
- Colour: Black-Bordeaux
- Mileage: 20,045 km (indicated)
- Chassis number: 2205806
- Steering: Left-hand drive
### Condition and remarks
- Bodywork: Rust present, requires restoration
- Paintwork: Poor condition, repaint necessary
- Underside: Welding work required
- Tyres: Old and to be replaced
- Interior: Carpets damaged, heavy signs of use
- Engine bay: Very dirty, superficial rust visible
- Engine: Running but needs adjustment
- Maintenance: Required
- Clutch & gearbox: Functioning well
- Brakes: Functioning well
- Handbrake: Left side defective, repair required
- Electrics: Horn, wipers and dashboard working – lights partially defective (left front side light, indicator and high beam not working)
- Suspension: No excessive play observed
### Highlights
- One of the most influential models in automotive history
- Running engine and working drivetrain
- Solid basis for a full restoration
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Vehicle details
Vehicle data
- Make
- Citroën
- Model series
- Traction Avant
- Model name
- Traction Avant 15/6 Familiale
- Manufacturer code
- 15 CV
- First registration date
- Not provided
- Year of manufacture
- 1952
- Mileage (read)
- 20,048 km
- Chassis number
- Not provided
- Engine number
- Not provided
- Gearbox number
- Not provided
- Matching numbers
- Not provided
- Number of owners
- Not provided
Technical details
- Body style
- Saloon (4-doors)
- Power (kW/hp)
- 57/77
- Cubic capacity (cm³)
- 2867
- Cylinders
- 6
- Doors
- 4
- Steering
- Left (LHD)
- Gearbox
- Manual
- Gears
- Not provided
- Transmission
- Front
- Front brakes
- Not provided
- Rear brakes
- Not provided
- Fuel type
- Petrol
Individual configuration
- Exterior color
- Red
- Manufacturer color name
- -
- Interior color
- Others
- Interior material
- Others
Condition, registration & documentation
- Has Report
- Condition
- Book inspection report
- Registered
- Ready to drive