1971 SM 2.7 5sp Chassis #00SB2123

[hydropneumatic]

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For Auction Estimate: €25,000 - €30,000
Lot 143 - Auction date: January 18, 2014
Not Sold
Location: Maastricht, Netherlands
Miles: 44,000 KM
Transmission: 5 Speed
Exterior: Brown
Interior: Cloth
Seller Description

In 1961, Citroën began work on 'Project S' — a sports variant of the revolutionary Citroën DS. As was customary for the firm, many running concept vehicles were developed, increasingly complex and upmarket from the DS. Citroën purchased Maserati in 1968 with the intention of harnessing Maserati's high-performance engine technology to produce a true Gran Turismo car, combining the sophisticated Citroën suspension with a Maserati V6.
The result was the Citroën SM first shown at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1970. It finally went on sale in France in September of that year. All produced were left-hand-drive, although three official RHD conversions were done in the UK, and recently also Australia.
The origin of the model name 'SM' is not clear.

The 'S' may derive from the Project 'S' designation, the aim of which was to produce what is essentially a sports variant of the Citroën DS, and the 'M' perhaps refers to Maserati, hence SM is often assumed to stand for 'Sports Maserati'. Another common alternative is Série Maserati, but others have suggested it is short for 'Sa Majesté' (Her Majesty in French), which aligns with the common DS model's nickname 'La déesse' (The Goddess)This is one of only a few cars imported into UK. It was imported from France in 2008. Its described as being in good condition with regard to its 2.7 litre V 6 engine, five speed manual gearbox, electrical equipment, interior trim and body- and paintwork. The accompanying paperwork supports the low mileage of just ca. 44,000 kms.

More importantly, it is understood to have covered just 100 kms since having had GBP 5.000 worth of mechanical work done which included a new clutch, replacement timing chains and modified jackshaft couplings.

Riding on correct type steel wheels, this sophisticated, fast and stylish grand tourer also comes with a current British MOT certificate. Still undervalued in today's market, this is seriously worth considering by enthusiasts of this great French marque.