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"Exage03040 @ opposite-lock.com" (exage03040) 07/05/2020 at 20:46 • Filed to: Dots

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Sunday Riding and Driving! :D

Citroen CX

This is local, it’s a Ford Model A I believe.

The new Yamaha Ténéré 700

Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available > Exage03040 @ opposite-lock.com 07/05/2020 at 21:06

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Holy crap, that’s a Citroen CX! Not something I would ever expect to see just driving around. Is that a local? I current;y have a couple of CXs as my wallpaper so I’m a big fan. The only Citroens I’ve seen around here have been 2CVs, and even then only two of them.

Exage03040 @ opposite-lock.com > Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available 07/05/2020 at 21:16

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It was running a BC collectors plate but this is the first I’ve ever seen it around so maybe it was passing through.

I don’t know if you follow Coldwarmotors on YouTube but Scott in Alta has a few Citroen videos of DS and SM (I found one of a diesel CX,  I’m not sure if he has it still) . H e’s a fan.

fintail > Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available 07/05/2020 at 21:32

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Believe it or not, there was a private importer of CX back in the day, somewhere in New England. I believe it was called “CX Motors” or something.

The one in this pic, an older one with disc hubcaps and thinner trim, appears to be a private import.

Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available > Exage03040 @ opposite-lock.com 07/05/2020 at 21:32

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I’ve heard that channel mentioned. I’ll have to look into it. I am a fan too. Such an interesting approach to an aspirational car. 

Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available > fintail 07/05/2020 at 21:39

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I’ll bet very few of those survived with the salt and difficulty of obtaining parts. Didn’t know that.

Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available > fintail 07/05/2020 at 21:39

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I’ll bet very few of those survived with the salt and difficulty of obtaining parts. Didn’t know that.

fintail > Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available 07/05/2020 at 21:47

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I mis-remembered - it was “CX Auto”. Here’s a period promo piece, note the federalized lights:

I suspect a few survived, as these would have been sold to enthusiasts capable of maintenance.

Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available > fintail 07/05/2020 at 21:55

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That federalization is, well, something, but it is still a CX. You may be right, since you would know what you are getting into.

fintail > Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available 07/05/2020 at 21:57

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They weren’t cheap, not competing with a mainstream car.  I haven’t looked, but I bet some are out there, and not insanely expensive.

Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available > fintail 07/05/2020 at 22:00

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It would take a very special kind of person to buy one and they aren’t likely to have treated it poorly. Perhaps a higher survival rate than I thought. Parts would always be scarce though.

fintail > Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available 07/05/2020 at 22:05

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Citroen people are no doubt kind of special t o begin with, they appreciate the unique and probably have the patience to wait a couple weeks to get a normal part.    I can respect it, but old MBs are enough for me lol.

gmporschenut also a fan of hondas > Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available 07/05/2020 at 22:32

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After importing they were quite a premium,

handful were even turned into ambulances. 

RallyDarkstrike - Fan of 2-cyl FIATs, Eastern Bloc & Kei cars > Exage03040 @ opposite-lock.com 07/05/2020 at 22:41

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Guessing you’re in Ontario? Most of the Citroen AutoClub Canada’s member base is in Ontario and Quebec! :)

That CX is gorgeous!

Exage03040 @ opposite-lock.com > RallyDarkstrike - Fan of 2-cyl FIATs, Eastern Bloc & Kei cars 07/05/2020 at 22:57

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BC, was running BC collectors plate too!

Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available > gmporschenut also a fan of hondas 07/05/2020 at 23:07

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I know lots of those were ambulances in Europe but was that a US spec one? It has the Euro lights and bumper so I don’t think any of these were ever ambulances in the US.

Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available > fintail 07/05/2020 at 23:07

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Yes, and I’m not quite sure I have the patience for one. I think I could pull off a 2CV with the large parts network and overall simplicity.

fintail > Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available 07/05/2020 at 23:11

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Yeah, a 2CV would be doable - they are fairly cheap, too. Also existed as official imports (along with DS/ID series cars) until maybe the early-mid 60s.

Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available > fintail 07/05/2020 at 23:15

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I’ve not seen a DS/ID and I don’t believe any of the two 2CVs I’ve seen have been USDM models.

pip bip - choose Corrour > Exage03040 @ opposite-lock.com 07/05/2020 at 23:22

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That CX is a great find 

gmporschenut also a fan of hondas > Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available 07/05/2020 at 23:25

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you are correct. imported 2012. it was with the other vintiage utility vehicle I thought the track used it. 

https://petrolicious.com/articles/owning-this-citroen-cx-based-heuliez-is-a-french-dream-years-in-the-making

fintail > Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available 07/05/2020 at 23:25

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I’ve seen a few DS over the years around here - that’s the PNW.  There’s even a Traction Avant I see in my area every blue moon.  And like you say, I think all 2CV are likely not USDM, as the are so iconic and not too expensive , they are popular private imports.

Jim Spanfeller > Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available 07/06/2020 at 00:23

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The only Citroens I’ve ever seen in person were in museums. I must remedy that one of these days by buying one...

Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available > Jim Spanfeller 07/06/2020 at 00:29

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Same here. A 2CV is very high on my attainable classic list. I’ve seen two Citroens in person, both Deux Chevauxes. One a custom  bodied “brake” with a Traction Avante inspired hood at a car show and the other stock looking from afar with a cool swoopy yellow paint job.

Jim Spanfeller > Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available 07/06/2020 at 00:48

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Okay, you got pictures of that first one, right? RIGHT?

Only problem with 2CVs is that they’re quite a bit pricier than you’d expect. Average values for decent ones seem to be around $15,000. Not the worst price, but definitely not cheap. A DS is what I’d really like, but those are understandably quite pricey. Maybe a CX would be easier to obtain...

Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available > Jim Spanfeller 07/06/2020 at 00:52

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It’s a pain on mobile, but here:

Yes, 2CVs are surprisingly pricey once im ported and refurbished, especially for such a basic car. DS would be great too, or an SM for that matter. I've though about the modern C6 too. There are not many Citroens I dislike. The parts supply would certainly be a problem with a CX.

Jim Spanfeller > Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available 07/06/2020 at 01:03

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That is fantastic... that nose works very well on a 2CV!

RallyDarkstrike - Fan of 2-cyl FIATs, Eastern Bloc & Kei cars > Exage03040 @ opposite-lock.com 07/06/2020 at 07:53

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Nice! I t’s really far from France if that’s the case! :P

Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available > Jim Spanfeller 07/06/2020 at 08:51

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Yes, it does. I love the old full grille Citroen emblem. The rear had a basket full of eggs ;)