Citroën - 11 BL Cabriolet - 1939
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Description from the seller
We present one of the few Citroën 11 BL Cabriolet units.
HISTORY:
According to the Conservatoire Citroën, the serial number (421015) indeed corresponds to a Traction Cabriolet from 14/12/1938.
The body is indeed a cabriolet body with its specific reinforcements.
This car has been known since the 1970s and has already been sold at auction in France.
In December 2021 the car was sold at auction and a restoration has been carried out mainly on the mechanical part, upholstery with the following current result:
EXTERIOR:
The state of the bodywork in terms of rust, corrosion or past dings is impeccable; there is not even any sign of rust, the floor is sound, the wheel arches, tail fin ends… everything is sound and in excellent condition.
Its exterior condition is the same as seen by Olivier de Serres during his visit to the vehicle, although the entire body has been polished, all small wear details addressed, wheels repainted… an incredible detailing job, the car looks freshly painted, though it retains the patina of more than 20-year-old paint with practically imperceptible signs, some minor touch-ups that have been concealed and which we must look closely to notice.
MECHANICS:
All mechanical work has been rebuilt completely, finishing in March 2025 with invoices and photos of the process.
The engine has been completely rebuilt: cylinders, pistons, crankshaft regrinding, 4 new connecting rods and rod bearings, water pump…
A new copper radiator has been installed with greater cooling capacity thanks to the copper honeycomb, and the liquid capacity has also been increased.
Head gasket repaired, seats and valve guides replaced… carburetor repaired and new ignition.
All joints/bushings new, seals, dust covers, full exhaust line, diaphragm clutch, conversion to 12V with alternator (we still retain its original dynamo).
The gearbox works perfectly; gears shift smoothly and do not grind, there are no oil leaks since the mid-shafts retention system was installed on the crankcase.
The 4 new Michelin 165x400 tires.
All brakes are new: cylinders, master cylinder, brake shoes, drum grinding, new bearings, dust covers…
Mechanically the car is perfect, all new and with only 100 km driven to fine-tune its operation; it can cover any distance.
INTERIOR:
The seats are beige leather, matching the vehicle color. Door panels in beige leather, trims in leather…
The thick-nap carpet is beautiful, with a border matching the upholstery.
The roof is new, custom-made. We also have the roof cover.
It closes perfectly, although it requires skill to fit it.
The rear seat is also upholstered in beige leather and matching carpet.
DOCUMENTATION:
The vehicle has a French collection gray card (card grise collection).
We visited the Nice archives and were able to confirm that the vehicle had been registered in Isère in 1954 and in Nice in 1939, preserving the original license plate number from that era.
The vehicle is located in the Indre department (36), France.
If you wish, we can assist with transportation; we even have our own trailer to handle the delivery at a low price.
Thank you very much for your bid.
We present one of the few Citroën 11 BL Cabriolet units.
HISTORY:
According to the Conservatoire Citroën, the serial number (421015) indeed corresponds to a Traction Cabriolet from 14/12/1938.
The body is indeed a cabriolet body with its specific reinforcements.
This car has been known since the 1970s and has already been sold at auction in France.
In December 2021 the car was sold at auction and a restoration has been carried out mainly on the mechanical part, upholstery with the following current result:
EXTERIOR:
The state of the bodywork in terms of rust, corrosion or past dings is impeccable; there is not even any sign of rust, the floor is sound, the wheel arches, tail fin ends… everything is sound and in excellent condition.
Its exterior condition is the same as seen by Olivier de Serres during his visit to the vehicle, although the entire body has been polished, all small wear details addressed, wheels repainted… an incredible detailing job, the car looks freshly painted, though it retains the patina of more than 20-year-old paint with practically imperceptible signs, some minor touch-ups that have been concealed and which we must look closely to notice.
MECHANICS:
All mechanical work has been rebuilt completely, finishing in March 2025 with invoices and photos of the process.
The engine has been completely rebuilt: cylinders, pistons, crankshaft regrinding, 4 new connecting rods and rod bearings, water pump…
A new copper radiator has been installed with greater cooling capacity thanks to the copper honeycomb, and the liquid capacity has also been increased.
Head gasket repaired, seats and valve guides replaced… carburetor repaired and new ignition.
All joints/bushings new, seals, dust covers, full exhaust line, diaphragm clutch, conversion to 12V with alternator (we still retain its original dynamo).
The gearbox works perfectly; gears shift smoothly and do not grind, there are no oil leaks since the mid-shafts retention system was installed on the crankcase.
The 4 new Michelin 165x400 tires.
All brakes are new: cylinders, master cylinder, brake shoes, drum grinding, new bearings, dust covers…
Mechanically the car is perfect, all new and with only 100 km driven to fine-tune its operation; it can cover any distance.
INTERIOR:
The seats are beige leather, matching the vehicle color. Door panels in beige leather, trims in leather…
The thick-nap carpet is beautiful, with a border matching the upholstery.
The roof is new, custom-made. We also have the roof cover.
It closes perfectly, although it requires skill to fit it.
The rear seat is also upholstered in beige leather and matching carpet.
DOCUMENTATION:
The vehicle has a French collection gray card (card grise collection).
We visited the Nice archives and were able to confirm that the vehicle had been registered in Isère in 1954 and in Nice in 1939, preserving the original license plate number from that era.
The vehicle is located in the Indre department (36), France.
If you wish, we can assist with transportation; we even have our own trailer to handle the delivery at a low price.
Thank you very much for your bid.
Details
Brand
Citroën
Model type
11 BL Cabriolet
Year
1939
Located in
France
Mileage reading
1587 km
Registration papers
with French registration
Transmission
Manual
Fuel
Petrol
Colour
Beige
Horse power
46
Cubic capacity
1911
Matching numbers
Yes
Matching colours
Unknown
Service book/history
No
Valid MOT
Yes
Date until valid MOT
October 29, 2027
CoC (Certificate of Conformity) present
No
Certificate available
No
Engine number
AM-02688
Chassis number
421015
Condition (Exterior)
Very Good: minor chips or scratches, minor conventional body and paintwork
Condition (Interior)
Excellent: no missing, broken, or damaged parts that require replacement
Condition (Frame and Underbody)
Very Good: frame/structure is in a well preserved condition, minor signs of usage/wear
Condition (Mechanical)
Excellent: mechanically sound, no work to be done, no leaks, no service needed
Condition (Overall)
Very good condition: minimal signs of wear
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Catawiki always aims to offer you the best possible buying experience. Our experts virtually review and select every vehicle in line with our submission guidelines and we require our sellers to provide the most accurate description of the vehicle. However, providing a fully detailed analysis of the vehicle is extremely difficult, and close to impossible. To guide you, we ask our sellers to provide information about the vehicle’s condition. Please consider that most vehicles for sale are classic vehicles and they often already have a whole life behind them, meaning that even a condition 1 or 2 vehicle might need maintenance to be ready for the road. It is advised to carefully read our submission guidelines that further describe details about the condition grades and types to manage your expectations. Cars are sold “as is”, meaning as described and in the condition they are in at the time of the sale and without any representation, warranty or assumption of liability of any kind as to the condition by Catawiki or by the seller. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from yours, your local garage, or the dealer’s opinion. This does not automatically mean the car does not conform to its description. Before bidding, please check your local legislation regarding vehicle registration. Neither the seller nor Catawiki is responsible for the registration of the vehicle in your country and will not accept a cancellation for your failure to register the vehicle. We also recommend that, if possible, you arrange a viewing with the seller before placing a bid.