Kastenente

The French Volkswagen Citroën 2CV, known in Germany as the “Duck,” was developed before the Second World War as the TPV (toute petite voiture) project, with the first prototypes being built as early as 1938. The TPV was presented to the public in 1939, but due to the outbreak of war, only 250 pre-war vehicles were produced. After the war, the project was thoroughly revised and presented in 1948. Series production began in 1949, and by 1990, 3,868,631 convertible sedans and 1,246,335 panel vans had been produced. In 1951, in addition to the small four-door convertible saloon, a panel van was offered that resembled the saloon up to the B-pillar. Behind the B-pillar, however, a completely different body was implemented, in the style of the corrugated iron Citroën H delivery van that had already been presented in 1947. The “Kastenente” (duck vans) were initially called the 2CV AU and, from 1954, the AZU. In 1963, the van was optionally extended behind the rear axle with a longer body overhang, increasing the load capacity from 250 to 350 kg, and the car was then called the 2CV AK350. While at this time the engine power of the sedan was only increased from 14 to 16 hp from 425 cc displacement, the AK350 van was exclusively equipped with a larger 602 cc engine producing 21 hp until 1966. In 1969, parallel to the AK350 with a standard roof, the AK400 was introduced, with a higher van and a payload of 400 kg. In 1978, production of the Vantente was discontinued after 1,246,335 vehicles. A total of 5,114,966 units of both 2CV body styles were produced.

This 2 CV AK 400 was first registered on October 26, 1977 in Brive, about 200 kilometers north of Bordeaux. Until 1992, the first owner drove the car more or less regularly, reaching a mileage of 45,920. After that, it was driven only very sporadically, i.e., no longer in everyday use. On June 2, 2010, the car was sold, with a mileage of 50,585, to Mercoeur, 55 km away. On July 28, 2012, the vehicle, which had previously been completely original and very well preserved, was purchased by a collector from Siegerland, who registered it in Germany on June 3, 2013. This collector only owns very well-preserved French classic cars, which he maintains almost meticulously, improving their condition as much as possible. All of his cars are in at least what is known as condition 2+ or better. Although there was no visible rust on the vehicle and the paint was essentially sound, he had the exterior of the body repainted. Photos of the condition before the repainting are available. The car currently has 65,214 kilometers on the mileage. The collector is now in his 70s and is buying a smaller house for himself and his wife as a retirement home. He now needs to reduce his collection of eight vehicles to two and has turned to us to place this almost perfect 2CV in good hands. The vehicle comes with various documents, including the original Citroën vehicle type description with which the car was delivered in 1977.

We subject each vehicle to a systematic inspection – from the bodywork to the engine and electrical system. Based on this, we prepare three offers. You decide which offer suits you best.

Economy – €21,900
Operating and roadworthy vehicle in authentic, original condition. Ideal for enthusiasts who want to further develop their classic car themselves.

Standard – €23,800
Ready to go with all the requirements for registration in Germany – of course with a H-certificate. Perfect for those who want to drive right away and enjoy.

Suprême – €24,700
Optimized classic car in excellent technical and visual condition, as well as with cavity and underbody protection with wax.

We would be happy to send you the details of the three offers. Or you can simply call us and we’ll explain everything to you personally.