Model Car Citroën 2 CV pick-up “Butagaz”
Scale 1/43
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An emblematic model car of French craftsmanship
This 1/43 scale Citroën 2CV "Butagaz" pick-up represents one of the most picturesque versions of the famous Deudeuche. This model car perfectly captures the utilitarian and authentic spirit of this service vehicle that crisscrossed French roads in the 1960s and 70s, proudly displaying the colors of the domestic gas brand.
A true collector's item , this faithful reproduction bears witness to an era when light commercial vehicles played an active role in French economic development. It is aimed at both French car enthusiasts and collectors of advertising model cars.
Characteristics of the model car
- Model: 2CV pick-up "Butagaz"
- Brand: Citroën
- Year: 1960s-1970s
- Scale: 1/43rd
- Color: Butagaz livery (orange and blue)
- Protective case included: Yes
The 2CV pick-up: an ingenious adaptation
The Citroën 2CV pick-up was born in the 1950s from the need to adapt the famous sedan to professional needs. Citroën then transformed its popular car into a small utility vehicle, retaining the chassis and mechanics of the 2CV while replacing the rear end with an open bed. This pragmatic version perfectly met the needs of craftsmen, tradespeople, and service companies.
With its 375cc air-cooled twin-cylinder engine, the 2CV pick-up develops modest but sufficient power for its missions. Its legendary mechanical simplicity and robustness make it a reliable work tool, capable of supporting heavy loads despite its small size. The longitudinal torsion bar suspension gives it a remarkable ability to absorb uneven terrain.
This utility version was a notable success among French professionals, particularly in the delivery, craft, and public service sectors. It perfectly embodied the resourceful and economical spirit of the post-war period.
Citroën: innovation at the service of everyday life
When the 2CV pickup was launched, Citroën was already establishing itself as a visionary manufacturer under the leadership of André Citroën and later Pierre-Jules Boulanger. The chevron brand revolutionized the French automotive industry with bold technical innovations: front-wheel drive, hydropneumatic suspension, and avant-garde design.
In the 1960s and 1970s, a period of expansion for this pickup version, Citroën went through a phase of intense creativity. The company simultaneously developed revolutionary models such as the DS and the Ami 6, and maintained production of the 2CV, which gradually became a popular icon. This expanded range strategy allowed the brand to reach all market segments, from prestige vehicles to local utility vehicles.
The Citroën philosophy of this era favored technical innovation in the service of comfort and practicality, values perfectly embodied by this pick-up version of the Deudeuche.
The era of big-hearted delivery men
The Butagaz 2CV pickup immediately conjures up images of the gas deliveryman who traveled through villages and working-class neighborhoods with his heavy blue cylinders. These vehicles, in the characteristic orange and blue colors of the Butagaz brand, became familiar sights in the French landscape of the Trente Glorieuses.
A delightful anecdote tells of how Butagaz delivery drivers were often nicknamed the "guardian angels of the home" by housewives. Indeed, these dedicated men didn't hesitate to carry heavy gas cylinders up to the fifth floor without an elevator, to check faulty installations, and sometimes even to repair emergency connections. Their 2CV pickup, loaded with cylinders that protruded well beyond the dumpster, offered a picturesque sight on the roads of France.
This period also corresponds to the democratization of domestic gas in France. The Butagaz 2CV pick-up thus participated in a veritable revolution in everyday life, bringing modern comfort to even the most modest homes. These small utility vehicles accompanied the transformation of French culinary habits, gradually replacing coal stoves with modern gas cookers.
Even today, this association between the legendary Deudeuche and the Butagaz brand evokes a certain French sweetness of life , made of human proximity and quality service, values that this model car allows us to perpetuate in our collections.
Complete your collection of French model cars
This Citroën 2CV "Butagaz" pick-up naturally finds its place among Citroën model cars , but also in the wider world of French model cars . It perfectly completes a collection dedicated to advertising vehicles or light commercial vehicles of this era.
Collectors with a passion for French cars from the 1960s and 1970s will particularly appreciate this faithful reproduction. It sits harmoniously alongside other Citroën models from the same period, notably the saloon versions of the 2CV and the model car 2CVs in their various variations.
This model car is aimed at both novices wishing to discover French automotive history and experienced collectors looking for authentic pieces representing the French utility heritage . It constitutes an excellent entry point to the fascinating world of French service vehicles, witnesses to an era when the automobile was an intimate part of the daily life of the French.
Même métier : publicitaire
Même marque : Citroën
Frequently Asked Questions
How to understand the scales of miniatures?
Scale indicates the reduction ratio between the real car and the miniature. For example, at 1:43 scale, each centimeter on the miniature corresponds to 43 centimeters on the real vehicle.
Concretely, a 1/18 scale Ferrari model is approximately 25-30 cm long, while in 1/43 scale it measures approximately 10 cm.
What scales are available?
Our model cars are mainly offered in 1/43, 1/24, 1/18 and 1/87 (HO) scales. The scale is always indicated in the product sheet.
The smaller the second number, the larger the model car (e.g. 1/18 is larger than 1/43).
Does the model car come with protection?
Yes, each model car is systematically delivered in its protective box. This box preserves the collectible value and protects your model car from dust and shocks.
How is my package protected during transport?
We package each order with the utmost care: bubble wrap, appropriate cushioning, and polystyrene. Your model car is perfectly secure during its journey.
What is the delivery time?
In-stock items are shipped within 24-48 hours. Please allow 2-3 business days for France via Colissimo or 4-5 days via Mondial Relay.
The model car is no longer in stock, when will you have it?
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