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History of the Development of the Citroen 2CV

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History of the Development of the Citroen 2CV

Who doesn't love the Citroen 2CV?  It's the iconic French car loved the world over.  The Citroen 2CV holds a romantic place in many hearts as the classic French family car that provided freedom at an affordable price and with loads of style.  Today, they are collected, restored and loved across the globe.

Andre Citroen, the founder of Citroen

Citroen’s 2CV, purportedly the icon of founder Andre Citroen’s career, was designed with the aim of ‘maximum mobility at minimal cost’ (Reynolds 22).  The final result left the market speechless; some in indignation and others in sheer surprise at the ingenuity.

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Touring France in a Classic French Citroen 2CV

Citroen 2CV

Touring France in a classic French Citroen 2CV – the ‘Tin Snail’

More French than a baguette is the Deux Chevaux or French Citroen 2CV which is also known affectionately as the ‘tin snail’. There is no disputing the enduring popularity of this iconic French classic car. My love affair with this little car has developed over the years I have been visiting France and I always look out for them when touring around the country.

If you too have a love of the ‘tin snail’ then here’s a brief article on the car and where you can find tours and hire vehicles in France.

If you want to enjoy this classic car when in France there are a number of car rental agencies and tour operators that specialise in 2CVs. Snail’s Pace Holidays is one company: they suggest you pack a picnic, roll back the roof and enjoy driving around the beautiful South West of France at a snail’s pace.

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Annette lives with her family between their homes in France and Australia.  She’s been featured in International magazines including French Property News, on numerous blogs and travel websites and appeared on ABC National Radio. You can connect on Instagram or Facebook.

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