This is the latest Citroen 2CV Truckette, completely reubilt by Citroen Import Services and ready to go home to its new lucky owner. This Truckette is going to be used all year round and we’ve added some great convenience features to make this ride smooth and enjoyable.
This Citroen 2CV Truckette received:
Here is the finished shot of the black on black Citroen 2CV we were working for. Our client, Mike Duffy, uses his Citroen 2CV to attract customers to his Blue Generation line of polo shirts and twill oxford shirts. Mike first met the 2CV in the 1980′s while traveling in France and found the vehicle very interesting. As Mike likes to say, ‘It’s a classy but at the same time, funky car. We couldn’t agree with you more Mike!
Here is Mike’s black Citroen 2CV ready to take on the crowds at a trades how!
One of our world famous Citroen 2CV rebuilds done in the fantastic dolly color scheme! Like always, we included a new galvanized frame, floor pans, a rebuilt 602cc engine, all new brakes, shocks, new clutch, exhaust system and so much more. A special feature on this 2CV is the Chrome robi trim we added for fenders.
Cruisin in this Dolly will be music to the new owner’s ears as we also installed a new radio and CD player!
This is TRULY the next best thing to owning a brand new Citroen car.
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The Citroen mechanics at Eurocar Imports are working on another Citroen rebuild, this time in Celeste Blue. We’re giving her a polished look with upgraded chrome bumpers and a nice luggage rack. We are also adding a radio/cd player. When she’s done, we are shipping her back to Arizona where it’s much warmer and she can once again enjoy cruising around.
Here are some photos of the restoration in progress. We will be sure to add the finished photos soon!
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Another one of our famous rebuilds is in effect and this time we are working on a rare Citroen 2CV Truckette.
The Truckette was originally designed to be a commercial version of Citroen’s immensely popular 2CV. During the late Fifties and throughout the Sixties and Seventies, the Truckette was the vehicle of choice of most butchers, bakers and candlestick makers throughout France. The Truckette also caught on with small families as the Truckette could be fitted with an extra rear seat and side windows.
Today, business owners love the Truckette for many of the same reasons it was revered in the 50’s and 60’s; small enough to be a comfortable daily driver with enough room to transport goods and equipment with ease. Because they have such a unique look and are rarely seen on the road, the Truckettes make great promotional vehicles. We can outfit any Citroen model with your business colors to act as a moving billboard on the road and get seen by hundreds daily!
Once we have finished with this rebuild, she’s going off to California!
See our entire photo album of these ‘before’ photos of the Truckette in our Flickr photo stream. Then check back often to see the completed version!
This gray on gray Charleston came to Eurocar for some mechanical work, but as often is the case, the car will be upgraded with a new galvanized frame/floor pans/box section. When we’re done, we will be finishing off this 2CV with a classic yellow/black Charleston color combination!
This article was originally posted in the Wall Street Journal online. We recently restored a yellow/black Citroen 2CV for our client in Montclair….have to find out if this is his!
Photo by Jonathan Welsh
The Citroen 2CV, or Deux Chevaux, is an icon of the French auto industry but they don’t turn up often in the U.S. This one was parked yesterday in a Montclair, N.J. shopping area. The car’s name comes from the horsepower rating of the engines in early models. With time the 2CV got more muscle under the hood but was never long on power.
It was designed just before World War II but the bulk of production took place from the late 1940s through the late 1980s. Citroen designed the car in part to help the rural French make the transition to cars from horse-drawn wagons. It was simple, rugged, easy on fuel and easy to work on. It was also stylish in an unmistakably French fashion that still holds up well.
Like the Ford Model T in America, the Volkswagen Beetle in Germany, and Austin Mini in Britain, the 2CV helped bring motorized transport to the masses and became a national emblem.
Today they make fun urban and suburban runabouts and can be found in good shape for less than $10,000. Still, I wouldn’t call them entry-level collectibles. Even though they were made for a long time 2CVs were never a big hit in the U.S. and it has been decades since Citroens were last sold here. Certain parts can be hard to find, especially for earlier models. But there are clubs that can help, and for intrepid owners who don’t mind turning the occasional wrench the 2CV can be a rewarding driving experience.
If you want a 2CV or any Citroen, your first step should be to find a good Citroen mechanic who can check out any prospective purchase now and help keep it on the road later.
We really couldn’t help but share more photos of the Celeste Blue Citroen 2CV that we recently rebuilt for our customer who wanted to surprise his son with it on his wedding day. This was definitely a fun and exciting project to work on, knowing that his son was going to be surprised with the car on his wedding day. It was waiting outside of the church when the Bride and Groom walked out!!
Below is a short photo album.
This is the Citroen 2CV that we re-built for our customer who wanted to surprise his son with it on his wedding day. Below is the letter we received from the client!
Hi Noel:
Trip from NJ to CT was quite an adventure. It was so hot we had to disconnect one the vent hose, to prevent the heat coming inside the cabin… but apart that, the car ran like a charm.
The wedding was quite a success. We asked all the attendees to surround the 2CV and then we called the bride and the groom outside the restaurant. Everybody was clapping hands, while all of a sudden people moved away to let the 2CV appear.
The groom had tears in his eyes when he discovered the 2CV. I handed over to him the book you gave me and the keys.
No doubt he likes it !
See attached some of the pictures guests took. We also hired a professional photographer. His pictures should be available anytime soon. Will send them to you later this week.
Thanks again for the terrific work you accomplished with very short notice.
Best regards,
Lynn & Jean Vianes
At Eurocar Imports, we restore and rebuild Citroen cars including the icon Citroen 2CV. No project is too big or little for our expert Citroen mechanics. If you love nostalgic feeling of cruising around in a true classic, you’ve got to get behind the wheel of a Citroen. Visit our Citroen auto body shop in NJ or give us a call at 732-279-6453 to talk about how you can be cruising around in the Citroen of your dreams!
This beautiful Celeste blue Citroen 2CV is wedding present for my customer’s son!!! We are in the process of rebuilding here now. She came to us in maroon and black, and per the customer, she will be finalized in blue.
It will be arranged to be at the church as a surprise for when the bride and groom come out. Can’t wait to see their faces!
Keep watching for updates on this one.