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Designer Flaminio Bertoni planned a convertible when the DS19 was launched in 1955, but the idea never materialized.
The DS19 had a complex, integrated hydraulic system to control the suspension, steering, gearshaft, and brakes.
Coachbuilder Chapron created the 'La Croisette' cabriolet, named for the promenade in Cannes, in 1958. Citroen, however, refused to sell Chapron separate chassis, so he was reduced to buying complete cars and dismantling them and converting them to convertibles. The firm later relented and had Chapron build 'Usine,' or factory cabriolets, in 1961. Chapron, however, continued making his own customs.
In all, there were 1,365 factory cabriolets built: 770 DS19s, 483 DS21s, and 112 ID19s. Citroen was still receiving orders long after official production ceased in 1971, with the last car completed in 1978. There were a total of 15 paint choices, 13 shades of leather upholstery, and three carpet colors. Engines ranged from 66 horsepower to 141 horsepower.
The cabriolet has similarities with the sedans, but there are critical differences between real DS convertibles and the homemade variety. The true cabriolets had doors four inches longer than the sedans and use double latches. Two strips of brightwork run along the side of the car, one at the crease of the door and one at the rocker panel. The tail is one long, sweeping piece, and the trunk lid is fiberglass. The cabriolets also received two jacking points along the side, since the rear fender does not remove like on the sedan.
This DS21 Cabriolet is from the second year of production. The car was sold new in South of France to Ralf Emmerling. It remained in Port d'Antibes until 1990, when it was sold to Paolo Carlini in Sorengo, Switzerland, who kept the car until 2008, when it was sold to a collector in Holland.
The odometer currently shows 23,909 kilometers. It has been repainted in its correct Vert Foret green, and the black leather interior is mostly original. There is a new Hartz cloth top and carpets, and it has a Continental Edison radio.
In 2013, the car was offered for sale at RM Auction's sale in Scottsdale, Arizona. The lot was sold for the sum of $170,000 including buyer's commission.By Daniel Vaughan | Feb 2013
The DS19 had a complex, integrated hydraulic system to control the suspension, steering, gearshaft, and brakes.
Coachbuilder Chapron created the 'La Croisette' cabriolet, named for the promenade in Cannes, in 1958. Citroen, however, refused to sell Chapron separate chassis, so he was reduced to buying complete cars and dismantling them and converting them to convertibles. The firm later relented and had Chapron build 'Usine,' or factory cabriolets, in 1961. Chapron, however, continued making his own customs.
In all, there were 1,365 factory cabriolets built: 770 DS19s, 483 DS21s, and 112 ID19s. Citroen was still receiving orders long after official production ceased in 1971, with the last car completed in 1978. There were a total of 15 paint choices, 13 shades of leather upholstery, and three carpet colors. Engines ranged from 66 horsepower to 141 horsepower.
The cabriolet has similarities with the sedans, but there are critical differences between real DS convertibles and the homemade variety. The true cabriolets had doors four inches longer than the sedans and use double latches. Two strips of brightwork run along the side of the car, one at the crease of the door and one at the rocker panel. The tail is one long, sweeping piece, and the trunk lid is fiberglass. The cabriolets also received two jacking points along the side, since the rear fender does not remove like on the sedan.
This DS21 Cabriolet is from the second year of production. The car was sold new in South of France to Ralf Emmerling. It remained in Port d'Antibes until 1990, when it was sold to Paolo Carlini in Sorengo, Switzerland, who kept the car until 2008, when it was sold to a collector in Holland.
The odometer currently shows 23,909 kilometers. It has been repainted in its correct Vert Foret green, and the black leather interior is mostly original. There is a new Hartz cloth top and carpets, and it has a Continental Edison radio.
In 2013, the car was offered for sale at RM Auction's sale in Scottsdale, Arizona. The lot was sold for the sum of $170,000 including buyer's commission.By Daniel Vaughan | Feb 2013
2013 RM Auctions - Arizona
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $200,000-USD $250,000
Sale Price :
USD $170,000
1966 Citroen DS21 Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Citroen DS21
(Data based on Model Year 1966 sales)
1966 CITROEN DS21 LE LEMAN Chassis#: 4350025 Sold for USD$151,200 2024 Gooding : Amelia Island Concours | |
1966 Citroën DS21 Décapotable Chassis#: 4371577 Sold for USD$126,870 2022 Bonhams : Goodwood Revival | |
1966 CITROËN DS21 CONCORDE Chassis#: 4350009 Sold for USD$115,500 2022 Gooding & Company : Scottsdale Geared Online | |
1966 Citroën DS 21 Décapotable by Chapron Chassis#: 0032.000141 Sold for USD$246,400 2020 RM Sothebys : The Elkhart Collection | |
1966 Citroën DS21 Décapotable Chassis#: 4350094 Sold for USD$153,323 2019 Bonhams : Goodwood Members Meeting | |
1966 Citroën DS 21 Decapotable Chassis#: 4371577 Sold for USD$219,266 2018 Bonhams : The Bond Street Sale | |
1966 CITROËN DS21 LE CADDY CABRIOLET Chassis#: 4350010 Sold for USD$422,635 2014 LES GRANDES MARQUES DU MONDE AU GRAND PALAIS | |
1966 CITROEN DS 21 M CABRIOLET Sold for USD$162,511 2013 ARTCURIAL MOTORCARS À RÉTROMOBILE | |
1966 Citroën DS21 Decapotable by Henri Chapron Chassis#: DS214350118 Sold for USD$170,000 2013 RM Auctions - Arizona | |
1966 Citroen DS21 Decapotable Chassis#: 4460056 Sold for USD$87,406 2012 Bonhams - Collectors' Motor Cars and Automobilia | |
1966 Citroën DS 21 Pallas Chassis#: 438-9-2 Sold for USD$68,238 2010 Bonhams - Automobiles d'Exception á Rétromobile | |
1966 Citroën DS21 Decapotable Sold for USD$216,632 2009 Bonhams - Goodwood Revival, Chichester, Sussex | |
1966 Citroen DS 21 Cabriolet 'Palm Beach' Chassis#: 4350023 Sold for USD$221,231 2009 Bonhams - Automobiles d'Exception à Retromobile |
Citroen DS21s That Failed To Sell At Auction
1966 Citroen DS21's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1966 Citroën DS 21 cabriolet | 4350132 | 2018 Artcurial : Retromobile | $300,000 | $500,000 | |
1966 Citroën DS21 Décapotable | 4460056 | 2011 Bonhams The December Sale | $40,000 | $60,000 | |
1966 Citroën DS 21 Majesty Saloon | 4.460.004 | 2010 Bonhams Automobiles d'Exception á Rétromobile | $60,000 | $100,000 |
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