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£11,629 (Est: £10,034 - £15,051)

1953 Citroën Traction Avant 11 BL - Lot 107

Osenat • France • 9 Nov 2025

Market Position:

Mid-Market

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£11,629 (Est: £10,034 - £15,051)

1953 Citroën Traction Avant 11 BL - Lot 107

France • 9 Nov 2025

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1953 Citroën Traction Avant 11 BL, a French classic, features restored bodywork, refurbished floors, and polished paint and an engine overhaul in 2013. It represents a sought-after configuration from the final production years, blending vintage charm with technical improvements.

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Condition 

7

The car has had body restoration including refurbished floors and polished paint, which is reported to be in excellent condition. Engine restoration was completed in 2013, which guarantees a solid and reliable technical base. Slight wear is visible, so it is in overall solid condition.

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615311

LHD

France

114 BA 69

1953

Auction

£11,629 (Est: £10,034 - £15,051)

1953 Citroën Traction Avant 11 BL - Lot 107

Osenat • France • 9 Nov 2025

Market Position:

Mid-Market

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Description

1953 Citroën Traction Avant 11 BL No reserve

Chassis number: 615311 French collector's registration - Restored bodywork and floors - Paintwork polished and presented in good condition - Invoices for engine restoration in 2013 Introduced in 1934, the Citroën Traction Avant 11 BL marked a breakthrough in automotive history.

The first large production sedan with front-wheel drive, it was also distinguished by its monocoque body, unprecedented roadholding for its time and elegant lines, which remained unchanged until the end of production in 1957.

Today, it remains a benchmark of French motoring. The example on offer, dated 1953, belongs to the last years of production with a flat trunk, a configuration particularly appreciated for its aesthetic balance and its unmistakable silhouette.

This version retains the charm of the early models, while benefiting from the technical improvements developed over the years. This car has undergone a body restoration.

The current owner says he has ha...

Price Analysis vs Other Traction 11 BLs

£492

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£10,568

Median Price (Since 2020)

£68,510

Highest Price (Since 2020)

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