A French icon in model car
This 1:24 scale blue 1975 Citroën CX represents one of the most iconic models in the French automotive industry. With its revolutionary lines and avant-garde design, this model car perfectly captures the essence of this vehicle that influenced an entire generation of motorists.
A collector's item par excellence, this faithful reproduction is aimed at both car enthusiasts and demanding collectors, offering a remarkable level of detail that honors the heritage of this exceptional sedan.
Characteristics of the model car
- Model: Citroën CX
- Brand: Citroën
- Year: 1975
- Scale: 1/24th
- Color: Blue
- Protective case included: Yes
A revolutionary model
Launched in July 1974, the Citroën CX represented the culmination of several years of research and development at the French manufacturer. Designed to replace the legendary DS, it faced the challenge of succeeding a legend while bringing its own vision of the modern automobile.
The CX stood out for its exceptional drag coefficient of 0.36, remarkable for the time, and for its hydropneumatic suspension inherited from the DS but improved. Its spacious interior and driving comfort made it an accessible prestige sedan, capable of competing with the best European productions.
Commercial success was achieved with more than 1.2 million units produced over twenty years, confirming the relevance of Citroën's bold technical choices.
Citroën in 1975: between tradition and innovation
In 1975, Citroën was going through a pivotal period in its history. The double chevron brand, with its exceptional technical heritage including the Traction Avant and the DS, needed to assert its capacity for innovation in the face of increasingly fierce European competition.
The company founded by André Citroën in 1919 had always cultivated technical difference, favoring innovation over ease. This philosophy was fully reflected in the CX, which combined aesthetic audacity and technical prowess . The brand thus maintained its reputation as a visionary manufacturer, even as financial difficulties began to be felt.
The period also marked the height of the French school of automotive design, with designers like Robert Opron who designed the lines of the CX, helping to forge Citroën's unique visual identity in the 1970s.
The CX Anecdote
One of the most entertaining anecdotes about the Citroën CX dates back to its wind tunnel testing. Citroën's engineers, obsessed with aerodynamics, discovered that the vehicle was more stable... in reverse than in forward motion! This was due to the very tapered shape of the rear, which created less turbulence than the more massive front.
This discovery caused a sensation in the automotive world and fueled many jokes, but above all it demonstrated the rigorous scientific approach adopted by Citroën. The teams spent hundreds of hours in the wind tunnel to refine every detail, even modifying the shape of the rearview mirrors to gain a few tenths of a point of Cd.
Furthermore, the CX was one of the first cars in the world to benefit from a thorough ergonomic study of its driving position. Citroën had called on specialists to optimize the driver's position, creating this famous "French cockpit" with its characteristic single-spoke steering wheel and satellite controls grouped around the driver.
This attention to detail was reflected even in the advertising campaigns of the time, where Citroën did not hesitate to highlight the most technical aspects of its vehicle, targeting a clientele that was informed and curious about automotive innovations.
Complete your model car collection
This Citroën CX naturally finds its place in a collection dedicated to iconic French cars . It fits perfectly alongside other Citroën models such as the DS or the Type H , forming a coherent whole illustrating the stylistic evolution of the brand.
Collectors passionate about 1970s sedans will appreciate comparing it with German or Italian productions from the same era. Its presence also enriches thematic collections dedicated to classic cars from this creative decade.
This model car is particularly aimed at automotive history enthusiasts and those nostalgic for the heyday of French industry. It also provides an excellent entry point for discovering the world of Citroën model cars , a key brand in French automotive heritage.
