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1949 Citroen Traction Avant

1.9-liter (1,911 cc) inline 4-cylinder | 3-speed manual | Fully restored inside and out | Rust-Free Classic French Cinema Icon

Lot # 8957
Location Los Angeles, CA 90019
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1.9L Inline 4-Cylinder
3-Speed Manual
Black
Red
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1949 Citroen Traction Avant – Restored, Front-Wheel Drive Pioneer, Rust-Free Classic French Cinema Icon

This 1949 Citroen Traction Avant is a fully restored example of one of automotive history’s most revolutionary designs. Celebrated as a pioneer in mass-produced front-wheel drive, unibody construction, and independent front suspension, the Traction Avant altered vehicle engineering forever and remains a highly sought-after icon of classic French design and cinema history. This particular unit features a comprehensive restoration, resulting in a rust-free body, a newly upholstered interior, and a strong-running powertrain ready for touring, exhibition, or collection display.


Highlights
  • Fully restored inside and out
  • Correct, period-accurate aesthetic presentation
  • Documented as rust-free
  • Runs and drives well
Engine & Drivetrain
  • Standard 1.9-liter (1,911 cc) inline 4-cylinder engine
  • 3-speed manual transmission with dashboard-mounted gate shifter
  • Front-wheel drive layout
  • Fitted with a brand-new full exhaust system
Exterior
  • High-gloss black finish following full bodywork restoration
  • Pale yellow painted steel wheels featuring chrome hubcaps
  • Chrome front and rear bumpers with integrated overriders
  • Iconic grille surround with chrome double-chevrons
  • Integrated fender-mounted headlights and marker lights
  • Rear-mounted covered spare tire carrier integrated into the trunk lid
Interior
  • Brand-new red upholstery on front and rear bench seats with contrast white piping
  • Matching red door panels with factory-style window cranks
  • Two-spoke vintage steering wheel with chrome horn ring
  • Art Deco-style cream instrument cluster housing centered analog gauges and controls
Chassis & Suspension
  • Revolutionary monocoque/unibody chassis structure
  • Independent front suspension utilizing torsion bars
  • Trailing axle with torsion bars
  • Four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes
Ownership History
  • Purchased by current owner in 2021
Additional Info
  • Highly suitable as a period-correct movie production vehicle

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