1970 Citroën D Spécial

Registration No: WRP 29H
Chassis No: 3914620
MOT: Exempt

• Described as a very genuine car that has three boxes of paperwork supplied supporting a cherished life
• Recently subject to paintwork correction and general recommissioning
• Imported to the UK in 1986 and remained here since

Intended as a more affordable and less complicated version of the revered DS, the ID19 was launched in 1956 and initially lacked its sibling's hydraulically-operated clutch and gearchange, and unique powered steering and braking systems. However, the ID range was subsequently developed in parallel and, from 1970, it was replaced by a range of three models all with powered steering and brakes – the 1985cc, four-speed D Spécial and D Super and the 115bhp, 2175cc, five-speed D Super 5.

We are pleased to present a really lovely car from the first year of D Spécial production. Its British history begins in 1986, when it was imported from Germany and entered a period of long-term family ownership. The car has been regularly maintained and fitted with electronic ignition, a stainless-steel exhaust, an improved alternator and Mercedes rear seat belts. Possibly the proudest moment in this Spécial’s life was being taken to Paris for the 50th anniversary celebrations of the DS from 6th to 9th October, 2005.

The previous owner sold the car in March of this year and is said to have started it every day. The MOT record provides evidence of past owners’ attentive maintenance, and the present MOT is valid until February, 2026. It seems to have only been used very lightly between 2005 and now, with the mileage increasing from 81,700 to 85,700 miles. Some paintwork correction has recently been undertaken, although a pleasing patina remains in evidence. The car is only for sale now because the new owner is a keen collector and has to make room for more cars. Sold with a current V5C, the Spécial also comes with a remarkable three boxes of history dating back to the 1970s.

For more information, please contact:
Lucas Gomersall
lucas.gomersall@handh.co.uk
07484 082430