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Citroen B11 Sport — 1954

A very fine, well-restored, and elegant car that can also be used in today's traffic. This particular example has been well taken care of after the restoration.

Nisse Brandt
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"A Citroën in great condition, with a good body and a pleasant original interior."

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UPPSALA
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Nisse Brandt
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"A Citroën in great condition, with a good body and a pleasant original interior."

Description

This Citroën was purchased new in 1954 by a master painter in Jämtland and owned by him until it was deregistered in September 1964. The current owner acquired the car in June 2012 after several years of desiring to own such a Citroën. Since it had fallen out of the registry, an origin check was carried out and approved in July 2012. Subsequently, a complete renovation and rust repair of the chassis were undertaken, along with the replacement and refurbishment of brake components, steering joints, lighting details, and gearbox shift mechanism. The engine has not undergone any major overhaul but runs smoothly. The car also received new fiberglass rear fenders as the original ones could not be salvaged, as well as new front and rear bumpers. A delightful detail equipped on this car is the auxiliary light bar that was available as an accessory. The original interior underwent some refurbishment and retains a lovely patina. All of these tasks were carried out over a period of 7 years. The car's original color was black, but it has been professionally repainted in a tasteful two-tone color scheme. The Citroën underwent registration inspection in 2019 and has since been mainly used for outings and visits to various car gatherings in and around Uppsala.

Technical data

  • Year
    1954/1954 
  • Registration date
    2019-06-03 
  • Mileage
    39743 km 
  • Kw / hp
    42 / 57 
  • Fuel Type
    Petrol 
  • Transmission
    Manual 
  • Interior finish
    Vinyl 
  • Colour
    Red / Black 

Condition

  • Mechanical condition:

    The engine and drivetrain perform well. Although the engine has not undergone a major overhaul, it runs smoothly and reliably.

  • Interior condition:

    The interior has received thorough attention. It features a beautiful original upholstery and headliner with a nicely aged patina. New rubber floor mats have been installed, enhancing the overall look and comfort.

  • Exterior condition:

    The car has undergone a high-quality two-tone paint job, which is in great and glossy condition. The original color was entirely black. The body has straight and clean lines. The rear fenders, made of fiberglass, have been prepared well, appearing smooth and flawless without the typical unevenness often found on such panels.

  • General condition:

    A Citroën in very good and appealing condition, ready to be used.

MOT (tech. insp.)

Fordonsstatus: Itrafik 2019-06-03
Ursprungsbesiktning: 2019-06-03 (regbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 2019-06-03
Senast godkända besiktning: 2019-06-03
Besiktningsbefriad: Ja
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 1

Facts about the model

The Citroën B11, also known as the Traction Avant, offers beautifully sweeping lines from the 1930s, combined with good road handling, fine suspension comfort, and front-wheel drive. The design was considered ahead of its time, and the model was produced from 1934 to 1957. The formal model name of Citroën was not B11 but Traction Avant, which translates to "front-wheel drive" in French. In Sweden, the Traction Avant is often referred to as "Gangstercittran," a nickname derived from its appearance in several movies where it was used by villains to escape the police.

The B11 was the most common model variant of the Traction Avant. As is often the case with French cars, the number "11" represents the tax horsepower rating. The letter "B" signifies "Berline," which denotes a sedan or closed car.

Location and viewing Information

Location: Uppsala

For viewing the vehicle, contact the valuator/depot:

Nisse Brandt
+46 707 50 89 99
nisse@bilwebauctions.se

Pick up

Collection must take place before: 2023-08-17.

NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.

Auction information

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