Citroën DS 23 IE Pallas - 1973
Ladies and Gentlemen: France, but not just any France. The one that has a military president with full powers, a secret police, a single television channel, and where all information is controlled by the state: The France of General De Gaulle. This superb DS23 Pallas 23 IE, the pinnacle of French automobiles, reminds us of a time when France was not afraid to look its neighbors straight in the eye. Rekindle the flame of the unknown soldier, treat yourself to this rolling monument.
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This 1973 Citroën DS 23 IE Pallas of French origin is a car showing 6,780 km (5-digit odometer). The seller indicates that the vehicle is in very good overall condition. This model benefits from a fully documented restoration.
Outside, the seller indicates that the vehicle is in very good condition. The bodywork in its metallic gray shade (ref. AC 085 - Beige Tholonet) was restored a few years ago and the paint is recent. The entire lighting system, chrome, stainless steel, and glass are described as being in very good condition. The body seals are recent. 
Inside, the seller indicates that the vehicle is in very good condition. The black leather upholstery has been completely redone, as have the black carpets which are recent. The dashboard instrumentation is functional. This car has the following equipment:
- Pallas leather upholstery
- Power steering
- Period radio
- Jaeger watch 
The engine is a 4-cylinder DX5 of 2347 cm3 developing 130 hp, powered by a Bosch D-Jetronic electronic injection. The seller indicates that the mechanics function normally as does the 4-speed manual gearbox, both having been refurbished during the restoration. The seller has invoices available in the gallery. Recently, it has benefited from the following maintenance:
- Complete refurbishment of the engine and injection system
- Complete revision of the hydraulic and braking system
- Installation of a stainless steel exhaust system
- Refurbishment of the suspension 
The car has 4 steel rims with stainless steel hubcaps in excellent condition, fitted with recent Michelin XVS 180 HR 15 tires. 
The seller is a professional located in France in Serris (77) and accepts visits during the sale. The car will be sold with its French registration certificate, a favorable technical inspection of less than 6 months, its documentation, invoices, and an expert report.
The seller wished to set a reserve price.
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