Here is a green Citroën XM produced by NOREV that perfectly embodies the boldness and innovation of French automobiles in the 1990s. This faithful reproduction captures the essence of this revolutionary model that marked a major stylistic break in Citroën's history.
This green Citroën XM NOREV is a precious testimony to a time when the French automotive industry still dared to surprise. An essential collectible item, it will appeal to both automotive enthusiasts and collectors of French miniatures.
Miniature characteristics
- Model: Citroën XM
- Brand: Citroën
- Year: 1989-2000
- Scale: 1/43rd
- Color: Green
- Manufacturer: NOREV
- Protective case included: Yes
Description of the real model
The Citroën XM was born in 1989 in a specific context where Citroën, then under the control of PSA, sought to reconnect with its innovative heritage. Developed under the direction of Bertone, this premium sedan was meant to succeed the iconic CX and reposition the brand in the premium segment.
Equipped with Hydractive hydropneumatic suspension, the XM offered exceptional ride comfort characteristic of the brand with the chevrons. Its angular design, far from the aesthetic codes of the time, was as divisive as it was fascinating. The various engines, from 4-cylinder gasoline to turbo diesel V6, offered a complete range to conquer a demanding clientele.
Despite its undeniable qualities and avant-garde technology, the XM never achieved the expected commercial success. Its production stopped in 2000 after only 333,000 units, leaving behind the memory of an ambitious yet misunderstood automobile.
Brand description
At the time of the XM's development, Citroën was going through a delicate transition period. Acquired by PSA in 1976, the brand sought to preserve its innovative identity while respecting the economic constraints of the group. The 1980s had been marked by successes like the BX, but also by the need to renew a aging range.
Founded in 1919 by André Citroën, the brand had built a worldwide reputation through its revolutionary technical innovations. From the Traction Avant to the DS, via the 2CV, Citroën had imposed its unique vision of the automobile. This exceptional story, rich in technological and stylistic audacity, continues to inspire collections of Citroën miniatures that perpetuate the memory of these exceptional automobiles.
A shooting star of French automobiles
The story of the Citroën XM perfectly illustrates the paradoxes of the French automotive industry of the 1990s. Elected Car of the Year 1990, this revolutionary sedan paradoxically suffered from a design that was too avant-garde for its time. Its angular lines, designed by Bertone, sharply contrasted with the aesthetic codes of premium German sedans.
The XM quickly became a symbol of institutional prestige in France. The Élysée adopted it as the presidential car, and many ministries integrated it into their official fleets. This institutional recognition contrasted with the mixed reception from the general public, creating a striking disparity between official image and commercial success.
A revealing anecdote concerns the advertising campaign at launch that showcased the XM moving through futuristic landscapes. These cult commercials perfectly reflected Citroën's ambition: to offer a car of the future. Unfortunately, this avant-garde vision clashed with the realities of the European automotive market in the 1990s.
Today, the XM experiences a form of posthumous rehabilitation among automotive enthusiasts. Its bold design, once criticized, now attracts a new generation of enthusiasts who recognize an authenticity and originality that has become rare in contemporary automotive industry.
Complete your miniature collection
This green Citroën XM NOREV naturally fits alongside other masterpieces in the Citroën collection. It perfectly interacts with miniatures of DS or Traction Avant, illustrating the continuity of innovation at Citroën through the ages.
Enthusiastic collectors of the 1990s will find here an authentic witness of that particular decade when the French automotive industry was still trying to surprise. This miniature also harmoniously fits into a collection of sedans or 1/43 scale.
The reproduction quality by NOREV guarantees a faithful rendering of this singular automobile, making this miniature a must-have for any fan of French cars. It will especially appeal to collectors sensitive to the history of automotive innovation and to models that marked their era with their boldness.
