Poncin VP 2000 – 1982

Poncin VP 2000 - 1982

Chassis n° 157
Vehicle sold without registration

Sold without registration title
"Undoubtedly one of the finest examples available on the market".

"Without a doubt one of the finest examples available on the market"

In 1981, Gilles Poncin of Ardennes Equipement,
presented an amphibious 6-wheel-drive vehicle powered by a
Citroën 2 CV engine, named VP 2000, aimed at customers
customers who want to be truly mobile on all types of terrain
(firefighters, first-aiders, mountain trackers...), this crazy bet
ultimately failed to live up to expectations, and the concept only
survived until 1991.
Our example is one of the most accomplished, featuring
engine cooling fans, and modified gearbox sprockets for more
modified gearbox sprockets for greater torque, all factory-fitted.
from the factory.
Restored to body and chassis in 2023 by model specialist
by model specialist D. Bartholet, our VP 2000 is undoubtedly
one of the last examples in good general condition!
More recently, the current owner has reworked the engine and
electrical system.
It's in good working order, and was made more reliable during the
with the addition of an electronic ignition.
Here's a machine that will suit all enthusiasts wishing to
add to their collection a unique tool that's just as at home on private
private road as it is on the water!

In 1981, Gilles Poncin of Ardennes Equipement presented the VP
2000, a 6-wheel drive amphibious vehicle powered by a Citroën
2 CV engine. Aimed at a clientele that wanted to be able to drive
on all types of terrain (firefighters, first-aiders, mountain trackers,
etc.), this crazy gamble was not as successful as expected, and
the concept only survived until 1991.
Our example is one of the most accomplished, with two engine
cooling fans and modified gearbox gears for more torque, all
fitted straight from the factory.
Restored by model specialist D. Bartholet to body and chassis
in 2023, our VP 2000 is undoubtedly one of the last examples
in good general condition! More recently, the current owner has
reworked the engine and electrical system.
It's in good working order, and was made more reliable during
the restoration with the addition of an electronic ignition.
This is a machine that will appeal to all enthusiasts looking to
add a unique tool to their collection, one that's just as capable
on private roads as it is on the water!