*Citroën M35 Prototype – 1970 Swiss registration title, in temporary import Manufactured by Heuliez, the M35 rotary-engined prototype takes the form of a 2+2 coupé influenced by the silhouette of the Ami 8.

Inside, the upholstery was inspired by that of the SM and the dashboard was very similar to that of the Ami 8.

The M 35 adopts a hydraulic suspension system and front disc brakes.

The 4-speed manual gearbox was mated to a Wankel 995 cc engine developing 49 hp.

All M35s were painted metallic grey, with the words 'Prototype Citroën M35' followed by their respective numbers on the front wings.

In the autumn of 1969, the brand launched an appeal to customers who drove more than 30,000 km a year.

Sold for 14,120 francs, they were entitled to a two-year full engine warranty.

A series of 500 vehicles was originally planned, but only 267 were produced between 1969 and 1971.

Citroën endeavoured to buy back most of these cars once the experiment was over, but most of them were then de...