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1987 Citroen 2CV6 Special

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Restored In 2010, Including Engine Rebuild And New Interior | A Charming, Late-Production Example

  • Mileage~6,433 on the clock
  • TransmissionManual
  • Engine602cc
  • LocationWarwick

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Introduction

Paul Wright
Professional Consigner

A quirky French fancy that is probably one of the most distinctively-shaped vehicles ever produced.

The Citroën 2CV was first introduced in 1948 at Paris Mondial de l'Automobile, and then manufactured for 42 years straight. It's appearance in lists of cars you must drive before you die is completely justified - and it's a worthy contender to be near the top. Its post-war roots and specifications were incrementally enhanced over its 42-year manufacturing run, but it never strayed far from its original identity.

With an unmistakable character, ride, and unique but always entertaining driving style, the 2CV has firmly planted itself into the history of the automobile.

If you've never experienced a Citroën 2CV6, with its upgraded 602cc air-cooled two-cylinder engine, you don’t know what you're missing: an iconic car designed to give the masses simple, affordable motoring. It does everything it says on the tin - or should that be tin snail, as they were commonly known?

This listing was written from information supplied by Paul fter meeting Bryan the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.

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Meet the owner

“I have said to my wife for many years that the Citroën 2CV6 is a car we should own one day.”

Bryan has always had the desire to own a Citroën 2CV6, and has often said to his wife that one day it will happen. That time came just over 12 months ago when the itch got too much, and he finally scratched it. After some searching, he spotted this 1987 2CV6 Special for sale at a classic car specialist. Wasting no time, he went to view it, and a deal was done; he was now the proud owner of the French classic.

Although his ownership is relatively short for a car he’d thought about for many years, the reality is that since owning the 2CV6, he hasn't had the time he thought he would to enjoy it, and it's spent most of the time sitting in the garage. Now, with the space needed, it's time to let someone else have the pleasure of this iconic Citroën.

Bryan would be happy to answer any questions about this car in the comments below.

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EXTERIOR VIDEO
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Exterior

Quirky styling earned it the nickname "tin snail".

Wheels and Tyres

Fitted with the original off-white steel wheels, which have been repainted - possibly around 16 years ago during the restoration. These are in good condition and come complete with the stainless steel hub caps.

The Michelin white wall tyres are a matching set, which have a good amount of tread remaining.

Please take the time to review the photos and videos for a detailed view of the exterior, wheels and tyres, so you can make your own assessment of their condition. Tyres are a key safety item, and you should consider replacing any that are cracked, perished, unevenly worn or over 10 years old.

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Bodywork

The paperwork states that the car underwent a restoration around 16 years ago, in 2010, by a 2CV6 specialist company called Flat Twins. The bodywork presents well: there are some small areas of blistering in a couple of places, but all the panels appear to align well.

We’ve highlighted our observations in more detail through our high-resolution images and videos, so please take the time to review all media files to assess the car’s condition for yourself.

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Paint

Finished in what's thought to be the original blue colour, the body was taken back to bare metal during the restoration. The paintwork presents well: it looks even and maintains a good shine. There are some small blemishes here and there, as this was carried out a number of years ago.

The images are taken from a range of angles to show the car as you would see it in person, so please take the time to fully assess the high-resolution photos and videos before forming your own opinion of the paintwork.

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Glass and Trim

The windows are in good condition, with only light age-related marks, and the seals also appear to be in good order.

The vinyl roof is in good condition with no damage. It fits well and is easy to remove - by simply unclipping the front and rolling it back, you can experience a fully open-top driving experience.

Please view the photos and video below to review the condition of the glass and trim for yourself.

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INTERIOR VIDEO
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Interior

Very comfortable seats - trimmed in quirky blue patterned fabric - create a nice environment inside the 2CV6.

Seats and Carpets

The seats have been re-trimmed in a quirky blue-patterned fabric, with the seat foam replaced in the front and rear. This pattern suits the 2CV6 perfectly!

The front seats are in excellent condition, with no damage spotted, and the same can be said for the rear seats. All four door panels are also in good order, with no damage noted.

The carpet sections have been replaced with a blue-edged black carpet, and these are in excellent condition in both the front and rear. Inside the boot, the spare wheel is present, along with a car cover and a handy grease gun for regular maintenance.

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Dashboard

Minimalism was the order of the day for the 2CV6: the dashboard, albeit basic, presents as you would expect. The instrument cluster works as it should and shows ~6,433 miles.

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Steering Wheel / Gear Stick

The original two-spoke steering wheel is in good condition, with only light signs of age, and the dash-mounted gear knob (another quirky design feature of the Citroën) is in the same condition.

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'ON THE ROAD' VIDEO
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Mechanics

Simple yet effective, the 602cc engine is all part of this French classic's iconic charm.

Engine and Gearbox

With a little choke, the 602cc engine fires to life and, after a couple of throttle blips, quickly settles into a smooth idle. Bryan reports no issues.

A new fuel pump has been fitted, and Bryan also has a new air filter and some new pieces of hot air ducting which go to the air filter housing. A letter in the paperwork says the engine was rebuilt during the restoration.

If you’ve never driven one before, the gears can seem a little odd - being mounted in the dashboard - but within a few minutes of driving, you soon get a grasp of the pattern, and they are easy to select.

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Suspension and Brakes

The Citroën appears to sit nice and level; we only drove the car around a small square, as it is SORN, but Bryan tells us it handles as it should and stops in a straight line.

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The Drive

Driving a Citroën 2CV6 Special is pure mechanical theatre: moving through the dash-mounted umbrella gearshift extracts every bit of its modest 29 horsepower, while the famously supple suspension swallows bumps and leans hard into corners with surprising grip. Open up the canvas roof, lift up the side windows, and it is pure unhurried joy.

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Electrics and Other

Simple electrics make life easy, and what is there is said to work correctly.

Bryan has been told that the wipers can be realigned by altering the linkage so they sit flat on the opposite side, increasing visibility.

A Sony CD Bluetooth head unit has been fitted and is working correctly.

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History and Paperwork

The history file gives you a brief look into the history of this 2CV6 Special.

The most recent invoices are made out to Bryan and show regular maintenance, including: a new fuel pump, a wheel bearing, greasing of the kingpins, and general set-up. There are other invoices from previous keepers for various work carried out, and a letter stating the name of the company that restored it.

This is a well-presented, usable example which is sure to bring many smiles for many miles. It can’t fail to do that: it is a Citroën 2CV6 after all!

We’ve carried out our usual seller checks, including photo ID and V5 verification, as well as a history check on the vehicle. This is a professional HPI check that will highlight if the car has previously been stolen, recorded as being involved in an accident or has any outstanding finance. Please note that this does not include a mileage history check.

We’ve summarised our own view of the car based on information provided by the seller; however, as you can see, we go to great lengths to photograph and video each car in high-resolution detail so you can make your own assessment from the comfort of your home. So please sit back, have a cuppa and take your time reviewing everything in this listing.

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If there’s anything you’re unsure about, no matter how small, please ask the owner in the comments section before placing your bids, as bids cannot be retracted and form a binding contract if you win the car, just like at a traditional auction house.

Service History
Date Type Mileage
30.03.2026 Service 6,384
23.07.2025 MOT 6,184
09.05.2025 New tyres 6,108
11.03.2025 New battery 6,074
25.08.2023 MOT 5,770
13.09.2022 MOT 5,698
13.09.2021 MOT 5,696
25.08.2020 MOT 5,610
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Key Details
  • Model 2CV6 Special
  • Transmission Manual
  • Reg. Date 11.02.1987
  • CC 602cc
  • Mileage ~6,433 on the clock
  • Colour Blue
  • Interior Colour Blue
  • Interior Trim Fabric
  • Chassis # VF7AZKA00KA247488
  • Engine # 0906016699
  • Restored Yes
  • MOT Exp: 22.07.2026
  • MOT Exempt From 2027
  • Road Tax Exempt From 2027
  • HPi Clear Yes
  • Former Keepers 8
  • Tyre Brand Michelin white walls
  • LHD or RHD RHD
  • Visited Yes
  • Sale Type Private
  • Owned 1 year
  • Key Feature Nice usable quirky classic
  • Vehicle Registration C21 PMS
  • Auction ID 4136
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