The Traction Avant was the first mass-produced car with front wheel drive. This Traction was produced in France on 18 October 1949 (Declaration Conservatoire Citroën present, with key and chassis numbers). This driving heritage is fully exempt from road tax; Imported to the Netherlands on 20 Jun 1978, with Dutch registration. Technical data: - Liquid-cooled 4 cylinder carburetor engine, 1911 cc; - Engine was fully reconditioned by a specialized company in 2009; - 3 gears in the dashboard; - Electricity: 6 volt installation, complete new wiring loom from 2009; - Maximum speed: 120 km / h; - Cruising speed: 80 km / h. Body / paint: - Bottom is hard, it got an intense rust stopping treatment (corrosion prevention and protection); - Rims in original colors, reblasted; - Paint is good, but not perfect (four doors and four fenders were repainted in 2008). Interior: - The interior brings you back in time: you can smell the oil and petrol from yesteryear, you see the original upholstery and headliner (missing a few pieces). Including: - Towbar (pulling a small caravan is possible); - Garage jack (still in packaging); - Original winter covers for the radiator; - Built-in connection for tomtom; - Mass lock (against leakage of current during standstill); - Spare parts and the like Before you place your bid, you can take a test drive. This vehicle can be viewed and picked up in Voorburg, the Netherlands. Bids do not include transportation or export, unless indicated otherwise. It is advisable to view the vehicle before bidding, to avoid disappointment afterwards. For a viewing appointment, please contact Catawiki.