CITROËN MEHARI Lot n° 9

CITIZEN MEHARI Ayca Brand : CITROEN Model: Méhari Date of release: 1971 Mileage on the odometer: 62000 km The model -It all began in 1963 in Abidjan, with the appearance of the Citroën "Baby Brousse", which is in fact a clever mix of 2CV, Dyane, Ami 6 and Type H. The idea was to create an economical and easy to make "Jeep". After an initial prototype by a French restorer based in Côte d'Ivoire, the "Baby Brousse" will be launched in Abidjan in 1963 and 30,000 units will be produced. -Citroën grasped the idea and perfected the initial concept. Launched in 1968, the Méhari is a UFO in the range and creates this new segment. Its powertrain is taken from the Dyane 6, with its platform and 602 cc flat-twin engine that is both economical and robust. -Its bodywork is made of ABS plastic, which gives it a great advantage: it does not rust. It can be spray washed, making it one of the best outdoor cars. -The Méhari is a car for leisure, the outdoors and family rides. By folding down the rear seat (optional), it converts into a two-seater for utility use. The four-seater model costs about 5 to 10% more. The -The copy we offer for sale dates from 1971. -It is a car that has not been driven for 3 years, so it needs a good overhaul. -It was used by its owner to drive around his private property. -This Méhari is not equipped with external seals, rear seats. It is indeed homologated in 2 seats. -It has 62,000 km. -The specialist noted that the exhaust is in very good condition, the chassis is muddy, evidence of its use in the ground but the structure is in good condition. -It is therefore a vehicle that has been duly used and needs a cosmetic refreshment to be able to live outside again, in the open air. Sold non-wheeled, without CT. Collection car registration. The current owner is the second owner of the car. -For more information and for the complete