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Wagonry: Citroen CX 25 TRI

It may surprise some of you to learn that the Peugeot 505 was not the largest French station wagon available in the US of A in the 1980s. That’s right, the Citroen CX 25 TRI, a long-wheelbase, high-roof version of … Continue reading

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Executive Class from Sochaux: Peugeot 604 GTD Turbo, 1984

When you think of Peugeots in the US (let’s face it, who doesnt?), this probably isn’t the model that comes to mind. While the 505 dominated Peugeot sales for more than a decade, and the 504 even served as NYC … Continue reading

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Citroen Visa Club, 1980

A few days ago I came across this 1980 Citroen Visa Club at Carlisle Import Nationals. If you haven’t seen these in the US, there’s a reason for that. The Visa was never officially imported, not to imply that other … Continue reading

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20 Years On: Citroen XMs in America

Not that long ago, you could actually buy of these in the United States. And in a couple years, you’ll be able to once again buy first-year Citroen XM‘s. That is, if you’re into 25 year old French executive sedans… … Continue reading

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Carlisle Import & Kit Nationals 2011 in Review

The 2011 Carlisle Import & Kit Nationals, set in Carlisle PA, featured an impressive array of foreign, mostly post-war cars.  The largest foreign car event in the northeast, Carlisle IKN features over a thousand cars from many different manufacturers. It’s … Continue reading

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Rhinebeck Spring Dustoff 2012

Rhinebeck’s annual spring show featured two days of classic cars, with hot rods and customs on Saturday, and unmodified classic cars on Sunday. This year’s show featured an impressive field of domestic and foreign vehicles, ranging from a Wolseley Hornet … Continue reading

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Citroen Spring Meet 2012

The year’s first event was a small gathering of Citroens in scenic Old Lyme, CT, on April 21, as a season-opening precursor to Citroen Rendezvous.  The event brought together Citroens and Peugeots from around Connecticut. Cars ranged from a wonderfully … Continue reading

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