A French icon in model car
The white 1986 Citroën CX 2500 Prestige phase 2 represents one of the pinnacles of French automotive engineering in the 1980s. This 1/24th scale model car faithfully captures the elegant and futuristic lines of this exceptional sedan that marked an entire generation of motorists.
This detailed reproduction is aimed at passionate collectors of French automobiles and is a choice piece to enrich any collection dedicated to French automotive heritage. The white finish of this Prestige version particularly highlights the pure and aerodynamic lines that have made this iconic model famous.
Characteristics of the model car
- Model: Citroën CX 2500 Prestige phase 2
- Brand: Citroën
- Year: 1986
- Scale: 1/24th
- Color: White
- Protective case included: Yes
The real model: a stylistic revolution
Launched in 1974, the Citroën CX succeeded the legendary DS and represented a true technological leap for the brand with the chevrons. The 2500 Prestige version, introduced in 1976 and evolving until 1986, embodied the top of the range of Citroën production. This prestige sedan was equipped with a 2.5-liter V6 engine developing 144 horsepower, combined with the famous hydropneumatic suspension for which Citroën was renowned.
Phase 2, marketed from 1985, brought significant aesthetic and technical improvements . Bumpers painted in the body color, a redesigned grille and more refined interior fittings characterized this evolution. The CX Prestige stood out for its exceptional level of equipment for the time: automatic air conditioning, electric windows, leather upholstery and a revolutionary ergonomic dashboard.
With more than 1.2 million units produced over twenty years, the CX enjoyed notable commercial success , particularly in Europe where it was appreciated for its incomparable driving comfort and its avant-garde style designed by Robert Opron.
Citroën in the 80s: innovation in the service of prestige
In the mid-1980s, Citroën was going through a pivotal period in its history. Acquired by Peugeot in 1976, the brand had to reconcile its heritage of innovation with the profitability imperatives of the PSA group. The 1986 CX Prestige Phase 2 perfectly illustrates this approach: it retained Citroën's technological DNA while adopting a more pragmatic approach to automobile production.
This era also marked the peak of Citroën's hydropneumatic suspension , a revolutionary technology that equipped the brand's entire high-end range. The CX Prestige benefited from the most advanced version of this system, offering unrivalled ride comfort and exceptional road holding for a saloon of this size.
The year 1986 also corresponds to the last lights of the CX before the arrival of its replacement, the XM , which will be presented in 1989. The CX Prestige phase 2 therefore represents the culmination of fifteen years of evolution and improvement of this emblematic model.
A star of cinema and politics
The Citroën CX gained particular notoriety thanks to its prominent presence in the French cinematographic and political world of the 70s and 80s. It was notably the official car of the Élysée under the presidency of Valéry Giscard d'Estaing, then François Mitterrand, reinforcing its image as the presidential saloon par excellence .
In cinema, the CX has been featured in numerous French films, becoming a true symbol of French elegance . Its appearance in "Peur sur la ville" with Jean-Paul Belmondo in 1975 remains memorable, as does its presence in several episodes of the television series "Les Brigades du Tigre". These appearances helped to forge the glamorous and sophisticated image of the CX in the collective imagination.
A delightful anecdote concerns the spectacular demonstration carried out by Citroën in 1974: a CX was lifted on three wheels to prove the effectiveness of its hydropneumatic suspension, thus rolling on a circuit with one wheel in the air. This technical feat, widely publicized, has become legendary and perfectly illustrates the spirit of innovation that characterized the brand at the time.
The Prestige version was particularly popular with business and political figures , who appreciated its unique blend of cutting-edge technology, exceptional comfort and presence. It embodied the French art of living and French automotive know-how.
Complete your collection of French model cars
This Citroën CX 2500 Prestige phase 2 naturally finds its place at the heart of a collection dedicated to French model cars . It fits perfectly alongside other iconic models such as the Citroën DS or the Traction Avant , thus forming a complete panorama of French automotive history.
Collectors passionate about classic cars from the 1950s to 1979 will particularly appreciate this model car, which chronologically extends their collections. It also harmoniously interacts with other prestigious sedans from the same era, whether French or foreign.
This 1/24th scale reproduction offers a remarkable level of detail that will delight both novices and seasoned collectors. It is also an excellent entry point to discover the world of 1/24th scale model cars , a scale particularly appreciated for its optimal size allowing all the design details to be appreciated. Fans of cars from the 1980s will find here a faithful testimony to this very special automotive decade, marked by technological innovation and stylistic audacity.
