Details
This 1972 Citroen DS 21 shows 49,263 miles on the five-digit odometer but the true mileage is unknown. It is powered by a 2.1L inline-four cylinder engine that sends power to the front wheels via a four-speed semi-automatic transaxle. This French car is finished in white with red cloth upholstery. It is equipped with a hydro-pneumatic suspension system, power steering, front disc brakes, and A/C. The car is located in Brownsville, Texas.
This example of a DS 21 is well documented in the third-party photos and inspection. The car’s exterior still shows well after fifty years. The inspection does note some surface rust in areas such as around the brake lights. Minor scratches are present but consistent with the age of the vehicle. The next owner will want to put new tires on the vehicle and replace the seals on the windows and body. The red interior has moderate wear with a few tears in the seats. The A/C is inoperable, and the door cards are not securely fit to the doors. In addition, the car will need the installation of a headliner. Mechanically, the car still offers the same experience as intended by the factory. The hydro-pneumatic system is said to be in fine working condition. Included in the sale is the original owner’s manual.
This Citroen is being sold through a CLASSIC.COM Pro and is located in Brownsville, TX.
About the model
The Citroën DS21 was introduced in 1965. The DS21 was a larger engined version of the DS19 and featured a higher level of interior trim. The DS21 was offered as a sedan and station wagon, while convertible versions were offered by coachbuilders. These open-top cars are some of the most desirable Citroën DS examples. The DS21 was fitted with a carbureted 2.1L inline-four engine, but in 1969, a fuel-injected unit was introduced (Designated by the letters 'ie'). The Citroën DS21 was in production until 1972.
Features and Specs
49,263 miles shown (total mileage is unknown)
2,175cc I4
Front-wheel drive
4-Speed Semi-Automatic Transaxle
Hydropneumatic Suspension
Power steering
Power front disc brakes
A/C
Known Modifications
None
Service History
None
Ownership History
Vehicle was registered to the current owner in 2019
Known issues
Exterior paint shows minor scratches consistent with mileage
Surface rust underneath the car and in small spots on the body
Aging body and window seals
Front lower valance has dents
New tires needed
Tears on the upholstery. Moderate wear
A/C is not functioning properly
Door cards are not mounted securely
Headliner is missing
The steering wheel is deteriorating
Due Diligence
Third-party photos 9/18/2023
Third-party inspection
Included in the sale
Owner’s manual
