Discover this superb model car of the red Citroën BX Break 16 RS Evasion from 1989 , an iconic model of French automobiles from the 80s. This faithful reproduction perfectly captures the innovative spirit and avant-garde design that made this extraordinary family car so successful.
This collector's item is a testament to Citroën's stylistic audacity and represents a pivotal era in the French automotive industry, when manufacturers did not hesitate to challenge established aesthetic codes.
Characteristics of the model car
- Model: BX Break 16 RS Evasion
- Brand: Citroën
- Year: 1989
- Scale: 1/43rd
- Color: Red
- Protective case included: Yes
Description of the actual model
The Citroën BX Break was launched in 1983, complementing the BX saloon range that had appeared the previous year. This family version retained all the stylistic originality of Marcello Gandini , the famous Italian designer who had imagined the angular and futuristic lines of the BX. The 16 RS trim represented the top of the range of the series, offering a 1.6-litre engine developing respectable power for the time.
The BX Estate stood out for its exceptional modularity and generous cargo space, features that made it a preferred choice for active families. Its hydropneumatic suspension, a legacy of Citroën tradition, gave it unparalleled ride comfort in its category. The Evasion version, identifiable by its specific equipment, perfectly embodied the spirit of leisure and escape of the 1980s.
Commercially, the BX Break was a notable success , particularly in France where it established itself as a credible alternative to German estates, attracting customers looking for originality and practicality. Its career ended in 1994, giving way to the Xantia Break.
The Citroën universe at the end of the 1980s
In 1989, Citroën underwent a period of renewal under the aegis of the PSA group. The BX range, launched a few years earlier, represented the spearhead of the chevron brand, embodying a new philosophy combining technical innovation and stylistic audacity. This period marked a decisive turning point for the French manufacturer, which sought to reconquer the European market.
The history of Citroën began in 1919 with André Citroën, a visionary pioneer who revolutionized the French automotive industry. From the very beginning, the brand stood out for its remarkable technical innovations: the first mass-produced front-wheel drive with the Traction Avant in 1934, hydropneumatic suspension in the 1950s, and then the revolutionary DS, which revolutionized automotive codes. This tradition of avant-garde design continues with the Citroën collection , of which the BX is one of the most significant chapters.
The 1980s saw Citroën assert its unique identity in an increasingly competitive market. The BX perfectly embodied this differentiation strategy, offering a bold alternative to the conventional models of the time, while retaining the technical DNA that had built the brand's reputation for decades.
A star of the small screen
The Citroën BX Break achieved particular notoriety thanks to its numerous appearances in French audiovisual productions of the 1980s and 1990s. Its distinctive design made it a natural choice for directors looking to anchor their works in the modernity of the time. Several popular television series thus helped to forge the image of this atypical family car.
Even more surprisingly, the BX Break has made an impression with its exceptional versatility . Many trades have adopted it, from home care services to film crews, appreciating its loading capacity and driving comfort. This diverse professional use is a testament to the success of the concept imagined by Citroën engineers.
The most memorable anecdote remains that of the family raids organized by the manufacturer in the 1980s. These events, true epics across Europe, featured families at the wheel of BX Breaks, spectacularly demonstrating the road qualities and reliability of this model. These adventures, widely publicized, helped to forge the legend of the BX in the French collective imagination.
Even today, the BX Break arouses a particular nostalgia among enthusiasts, symbolizing an era when French automobiles still dared to surprise and innovate. Its unique silhouette continues to inspire contemporary designers, proof of the timelessness of its avant-garde design.
Complete your model car collection
This Citroën BX Break 16 RS Evasion occupies a special place in the world of French car model cars. It fits perfectly alongside other iconic models of the era, such as the Renault 25 or the Peugeot 505, forming a coherent ensemble representative of the 1980s .
Passionate collectors of French estate cars will find this model car an ideal addition to their estate car collections . It sits harmoniously alongside other family models of the era, creating a comprehensive overview of the French offering of innovative family vehicles.
This 1/43 scale reproduction will appeal to both experienced collectors and French car enthusiasts keen to relive the golden era of French car design. Its historical authenticity and meticulous finish make it a privileged witness to a prosperous period in the French car industry.
