2 CV Celebrates its 75th Birthday

Published on 25 September, 2023

Overview

Citroën celebrates the 75th anniversary of the iconic 2 CV, a groundbreaking car born from the "TPV" project in 1936, designed in Paris and tested in Eure-et-Loir. It was unveiled at the 1948 Paris Motor Show and eventually produced over 5 million units. Despite its modest 9 bhp engine, the 2 CV won hearts with its unique design, versatility, and affordability, leading to long waiting lists in the 1950s. It became a global phenomenon, earning nicknames like "Deuche" and "Ugly Duckling." Today, its spirit lives on in Citroën's Ami, carrying forward the legacy of creating versatile, economical, and accessible cars.

Sinead McCann

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