1976 Brown Citroën CX2400 Pallas
Echelle: 1/43ème
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This stunning replica of the 1976 Brown Citroën CX 2400 Pallas captures the revolutionary elegance of one of the boldest sedans in the French automotive industry. This 1/43 scale miniature offers collectors the opportunity to own a faithful model of this automotive icon that marked the 1970s.
A true collector's item, this CX Pallas showcases Citroën's creative genius and its avant-garde approach to automotive design. Its period brown color perfectly reflects the aesthetic codes of the seventies, a time when this prestigious sedan embodied the pinnacle of French refinement.
Launched in 1974, the Citroën CX represented the culmination of decades of technical and stylistic innovation at the chevron brand. Designed to succeed the iconic DS, this revolutionary sedan was developed under the direction of Robert Opron, a visionary designer who had already signed the SM and modernized the DS.
The 1976 2400 Pallas version featured a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine developing 120 horsepower, combined with Citroën's famous hydropneumatic suspension. This engine offered a perfect balance of performance and comfort, a characteristic sought after by the upscale clientele of the time. The exceptional drag coefficient of 0.36 made the CX one of the most aerodynamic sedans of its time.
The commercial success was immediate: voted Car of the Year in 1975, the CX quickly established itself as the reference for European prestige sedans. Its futuristic design and technical innovations captivated a demanding clientele, from wealthy individuals to official services, thereby consolidating Citroën's reputation for excellence in the premium segment.
In 1976, Citroën was going through a pivotal period in its history. Acquired by Peugeot in 1974 after financial difficulties, the brand still enjoyed remarkable creative freedom that allowed it to continue its bold innovation policy. The CX perfectly embodied this philosophy, combining sharp aesthetic research with revolutionary technical prowess.
Founded in 1919 by André Citroën, the brand quickly established itself as a pioneer in the global automotive industry. From its inception, Citroën revolutionized mass production in Europe, drawing on Fordist methods while adding its French touch. The following decades saw the birth of legendary models: the Traction Avant in 1934, the world's first mass-produced front-wheel drive, and the legendary 2CV in 1948, a symbol of automotive democratization.
The history of Citroën is characterized by a constant quest for innovation, whether through the hydropneumatic suspension developed in the 1950s or the stylistic boldness that marked each generation. This avant-garde philosophy, sometimes misunderstood by its contemporaries, today forges the unique identity of the brand and explains the continued fascination its historic models hold for car enthusiasts.
The Citroën CX has a delightful anecdote linked to its ultra-secret development process. In the 1970s, car manufacturers competed ingeniously to keep the secrets of their future models. Citroën did not deviate from this rule and developed an especially sophisticated camouflage protocol for road tests of the CX.
The brand's engineers used fake bodies mounted on CX chassis to mislead spy photographers. These "mules" bore intentionally ungraceful shapes, mixing aesthetic elements from various existing models. Some prototypes even circulated with fake Peugeot grilles or body parts borrowed from competitors, creating vehicles with a completely incoherent appearance.
The most amusing anecdote concerns an Italian automotive journalist who, having spotted one of these camouflaged prototypes, published an article claiming that Citroën was preparing "the ugliest car in automotive history." A few months later, during the official presentation of the CX and its revolutionary line, this same journalist had to publish an embarrassed correction, admitting he had been fooled by Citroën's effective camouflage.
This disinformation strategy demonstrates the crucial importance of design for Citroën. The brand knew that the element of surprise would be decisive for the reception of its new sedan. The gamble paid off: at its presentation at the 1974 Paris Motor Show, the CX caused a sensation and confirmed Citroën's reputation for stylistic boldness, influencing the aesthetic codes of European automobiles for decades to come.
This Citroën CX 2400 Pallas naturally finds its place at the heart of a collection dedicated to great French sedans of the 1970s. It fits perfectly into the lineage of prestigious Citroën models, harmoniously engaging with reproductions of DS or SM to recreate the golden age of Citroën innovation.
Enthusiastic collectors of 1970s cars will particularly appreciate this miniature that captures the spirit of a time when the French industry still dared to challenge conventions. Its complementarity with other European sedans of the same period allows for a fascinating panorama of automotive creativity in the seventies.
This reproduction is aimed at both seasoned collectors and automobile history enthusiasts eager to possess a tangible testament to French boldness in design. It will also find its place in thematic collections dedicated to French cars or models that marked the stylistic evolution of European automobiles.
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30 septembre 2026
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