FOR SALE: 1969 Citroën DS19 Safari

Widely regarded as one of the most groundbreaking cars of all time, the Citroën DS - in sedan form - is also one of the most beautiful. The station wagon (Safari) version may not be as elegant, but its quirkiness and unique style have contributed to rising values.

FAST FACTS

Year and Make/Model: 1969 Citroën DS19 Safari

Engine: Upgraded 4-cylinder petrol (capacity unknown)

Transmission: 5-speed Manual

Mileage: n/a (restored)

Colour: Blue

Location: Pretoria

PRICE: no longer available

When the Citroën DS was first unveiled at the 1955 Paris Motor Show, it stunned visitors (and other car brands) with its futuristic look and tech, including hydropneumatic suspension that gave it unparalleled ride quality. It was also one of the first cars to use mix-material construction (steel, aluminium, glass-reinforced plastic) to lower weight and centre of gravity.

The DS, or Goddess as it is affectionately known, enjoyed a long and successful model life, only being replaced in 1975. By that time more than 1.4 million of these cars had been built.

Far fewer station wagons were built, making them quite rare these days. This particular '69 example was first sold in Zimbabwe, and was only recently acquired from its first custodian.

At some stage during the car's life its original 1.9L engine was replaced with a power unit from a later-model DS (exact capacity unknown). This popular conversion endows the DS with considerably enhanced cruising capability. 

This car is in very good condition and represents a rare opportunity to own a unique and practical classic.

NOTE: The above information was supplied by the seller/dealer currently advertising this vehicle and has not been verified by SentiMETAL/Cars.co.za.