Hotchkiss 686 Côte d’Azur – 1939

French historic registration title
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Already active before the First World War, Hotchkiss restarted its automotive business in 1918 and diversified its production
of chassis, engines and bodywork to complete the package.


Its wide range, particularly its more economical models, which were still manufactured to a high standard, enabled it to weather the crisis of 1929.
The Hotchkiss brand also ventured into motor racing.

Victories in races were tangible proof of its expertise for customers.

It gave its owners a prestigious image, particularly when it won three Monte Carlo rallies in a row and achieved other successes in international competitions.
Technical developments resulting from competition led to the creation of 6-cylinder engines.

In 1936, Hotchkiss introduced the 620 in its Paris Nice or ‘PN’ version, a model that had just won the Critérium Paris-Nice.

It was equipped with an engine featuring tw...