In ’69 it became clear that the 2cv AZ would be replaced by the 2cv4 and 2cv6. Perhaps to keep them attractive, a new colour was introduced – Paille Brûlée – literally translated as Burnt Straw. I am curious to see what the colour designer’s mood board looked like when choosing this colour.

They sold reasonably well, from September ’69 to February ’70. It is a colour that evokes different types of reactions, but mainly nostalgically positive ones. The cars in this colour that survived 5 decades usually stayed with their owners for a long time, they are not available very often.

But here is an opportunity. The last owner did not have it for very long, because he thought his motorcycle gave him even more freedom. He did invest quite a bit in it. The upholstery and roof have been renewed, it has been well maintained technically.

The engine was no longer optimal and we have completely tackled it. A reconditioned crankshaft, reconditioned cylinder heads, new pistons and cylinders. Facing the choice, we used 533cc, instead of the standard 425cc. And you can tell! It is really a lot smoother and therefore more usable than a standard 18hp.