1952 Citroën Traction Avant Light 15

Highlights

• In current ownership since 2016
• Garage-kept
• MOT exempt as a historic vehicle
• Updated with fuel injection and electric power steering

The Appeal

The Citroën Traction Avant Light 15 is one of the most distinctive and technically interesting post-war European classics, prized for its front-wheel-drive layout, refined road manners and unmistakable styling. That combination makes it an appealing choice for buyers seeking period character with genuine touring ability.

This 1952-registered example has been with the current owner since 2016 and has reportedly been kept in a garage. The car has been updated for easier regular use with fuel injection in place of the carburettor, an alternator replacing the dynamo, electric power steering, a thermostat and an indicator control stalk. The vendor states that the exterior looks in very good order, though a damaged panel is can be seen in image 208, while inside, there are red leather seats, working instruments and a small tear to the driver’s seat. Mechanically, we’re informed that the engine starts easily, and the car is accompanied by a collection of maintenance invoices. The vendor adds that it has been a pleasure to drive on countryside runs and praises its steering in particular.

Key Information

• Mileage: 31,203 miles indicated
• Country of registration: UK
• Technical inspection status: MOT exempt
• Technical specs: 1.9-litre (1,911 cc) OHV inline-four engine producing roughly 57 horsepower, paired with a three-speed manual transaxle operated via a dashboard-mounted gear lever driving the front wheels
• Paperwork: V5C, MOT certificates, instruction book, invoices and photographs present

The Detail

• Dark blue paintwork with contrasting cream wheels and chrome trim
• Dark red interior with wood inlays
• Sunroof fitted
• Bought by the current owner in 2016
• Kept in a garage, we are told
• Fuel injection installed in place of the carburettor
• Alternator installed in place of the dynamo
• Electric power steering installed
• Temperature thermostat installed
• Indicator control stalk installed
• Red leather seats fitted
• Small tear noted to the driver’s seat
• Damaged panel visible in image number 208
• All instruments are reported to be working
• Vendor states the engine starts with ease

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