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£80,224 (Est: £109,236 - £142,848)

1961 Citroën DS19 Décapotable

France • 30 Jan 2026 • Lot 167

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AI Listing Summary

This 1961 Citroën DS19 Décapotable by Henri Chapron, chassis number 4200294, was delivered new in France and has been with its current owner since 2000, undergoing restoration that same year. While presented in dark red metallic with a Burgundy leather interior, it was originally blue with white leather, and has had its engine replaced, with a condition assessment in 2022 rating it Grade 2 out of 5.

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Condition 

2

The car received a Grade 2 out of 5 in a 2022 condition assessment, where Grade 1 is the highest. This indicates that while the car is not in the worst condition, there are still extensive cosmetic damage or mechanical issues present.

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Transmission:

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Chassis No:

4200294

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Chapron no.

8128 Body no.

0013.000096 • Number 128 produced in the 'D Series' • Delivered new in France • Restored in 2000 • Present ownership since 2000 • Chapron Certificate The arrival of the revolutionary Citroën DS in 1955 presented coachbuilder Henri Chapron with a fresh opportunity that would result in his name being forever linked with this remarkable car.

In total, 1,365 usine (factory) convertibles were made with either the DS19 or DS21 engine between 1960 and 1971, while Chapron built a further 389 of his own, the last in the mid-1970s.

This DS19 is presented in a lovely shade of dark red metallic with a Burgundy leather interior, but according to the Chapron Certificate it was delivered new finished in blue with white leather interior trim.

It is also noted that the engine was replaced before the restoration process and underwent an overhaul in 2000.

Notable special accessories (not fitted from new) include an additional Edison FM radio; Citroën DS neck rolls; and a c...

Points of note

£80,224

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£128,574

Median Price (Since 2020)

£233,472

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