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* Citroën DS 23 Pallas – 1974
The item was sold for 49 292 €
Fees include commission and taxes.
* Citroën DS 23 Pallas – 1974
Swiss registration title, in temporary importation
As Roland Barthes famously wrote upon its debut, “The DS 19 functioned like a magical object—gleaming, seamless, with
extensive glass surfaces, as if it had fallen from the sky.” Even today, the DS remains an automotive UFO, and few cars evoke
such a powerful presence. The DS 23, the ultimate evolution of the legendary DS, entered production in September 1972, featuring a 130 hp fuel-injected engine in its most advanced version.
The DS 23 replaced the DS 21, which was then renamed the “D Super 5” and equipped with a manual gearbox. For the 1973
model year, the 2.3 l engine was available in both carbureted and fuel-injected versions, with a choice of three different transmissions: manual, hydraulic, or automatic. This remarkable powertrain gave the DS even greater flexibility and torque, allowing it to reach nearly 190 km/h at top speed.
The DS 23 Pallas presented here is a carbureted version with a five-speed manual gearbox. Delivered new by the Citroën network to a banker in Zurich, it was first registered on May 1, 1974.
Meticulously maintained throughout its life, as evidenced by its original service booklet, its first owner was chauffeured daily. In 2000, Mr. D. discovered the car and made an offer to purchase it. With fewer than 70,000 km on the odometer and in perfect working condition, it was an exceptional find.
True to his exacting standards, Mr. D. undertook a complete restoration. While no corrosion was present, work began with
bodywork refinishing and a full repaint, followed by an extensive mechanical overhaul. The engine and hydraulic system were completely rebuilt, while the car retains its original upholstery and carpets. With just over 75,600 original kilometers, this stunning DS 23 Pallas represents the ultimate refinement of the DS lineage—a true automotive masterpiece.
Swiss registration title, in temporary importation
As Roland Barthes famously wrote upon its debut, “The DS 19 functioned like a magical object—gleaming, seamless, with
extensive glass surfaces, as if it had fallen from the sky.” Even today, the DS remains an automotive UFO, and few cars evoke
such a powerful presence. The DS 23, the ultimate evolution of the legendary DS, entered production in September 1972, featuring a 130 hp fuel-injected engine in its most advanced version.
The DS 23 replaced the DS 21, which was then renamed the “D Super 5” and equipped with a manual gearbox. For the 1973
model year, the 2.3 l engine was available in both carbureted and fuel-injected versions, with a choice of three different transmissions: manual, hydraulic, or automatic. This remarkable powertrain gave the DS even greater flexibility and torque, allowing it to reach nearly 190 km/h at top speed.
The DS 23 Pallas presented here is a carbureted version with a five-speed manual gearbox. Delivered new by the Citroën network to a banker in Zurich, it was first registered on May 1, 1974.
Meticulously maintained throughout its life, as evidenced by its original service booklet, its first owner was chauffeured daily. In 2000, Mr. D. discovered the car and made an offer to purchase it. With fewer than 70,000 km on the odometer and in perfect working condition, it was an exceptional find.
True to his exacting standards, Mr. D. undertook a complete restoration. While no corrosion was present, work began with
bodywork refinishing and a full repaint, followed by an extensive mechanical overhaul. The engine and hydraulic system were completely rebuilt, while the car retains its original upholstery and carpets. With just over 75,600 original kilometers, this stunning DS 23 Pallas represents the ultimate refinement of the DS lineage—a true automotive masterpiece.