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£8,447 (Est: £8,730 - £13,095)

1949 Citroën Traction Avant 11 BL

France • 23 Mar 2026 • Lot 31

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1949 Citroën Traction Avant 11 BL has a restored body and an engine overhaul completed in 2013. Note that the chassis plate and registration document numbers do not match the stamped number on the vehicle, requiring rectification by the buyer.

Condition

6

The car has undergone body restoration and engine overhaul, indicating it's been maintained. However, the listing mentions slight wear visible in paint and the need to rectify an administrative discrepancy regarding the chassis number, suggesting it requires some reconditioning and isn't in top condition.

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[Transmission]

Transmission:

519764

Chassis No:

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

615311

Reg Number:

RHD/LHD:

LHD

1949 Citroën Traction Avant 11 BL
WITHOUT RESERVATION
Chassis: 519764 (cold stamped, see description)
Collectible French gray crate to be corrected (see description)
- 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 model on offer, dated 1949, belongs to the last years of production with a flat trunk, a configuration particularly appreciated for its aesthetic balance and unmistakable silhouette.

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