Citroen Traction Avant 1934-1957
Citroen Traction Avant 1934-1957

Author: R.M. Clarke

Publisher: Brooklands Books Limited

Published: 2008-08-15

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781855207677

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This is the first title in our new Limited Edition "Premier" series. The Citroen Traction Avant was very much ahead of its time when the first examples were shown at the 1934 Paris Salon. With the Traction Avant, Citroen broke with traditon for it had unitary construction, front-wheel-drive, independent front suspension and an advanced OHV wetliner engine. Twenty-three years later, when the last examples left the production line in Paris, most of its pioneering advances had been widely adopted by other manufacturers. Not only was the Citroen technically advanced, it also looked quite different from most of its contemporaries, yet it was still a family saloon and affordable by the man on the street.

Citroen Traction Avant
Citroen Traction Avant

Author: Jon Pressnell

Publisher: Crowood Press UK

Published: 2006-01-21

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781861266149

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Citroen's Traction Avant was the world's most advanced family car at its launch in 1934, and in the course of its 23-year life it became a national emblem for the French. Not only did it popularize front-wheel drive and chassis-less monocoque construction, but it also combined for the first time on one car such modern features as an overhead-valve engine, all-round torsion-bar suspension, hydraulic brakes and rack-and-pinion steering. At the same time it can lay claim to being one of the most beautiful motor cars ever produced, its graceful lines being the work of talented artist and sculptor Flaminio Bertoni. Lavishly illustrated and clearly presented, this book is the indispensable companion for all fans of this most legendary of motor cars.

Citroen Traction Avant Gold Portfolio, 1934-57
Citroen Traction Avant Gold Portfolio, 1934-57

Author: R. M. Clarke

Publisher: Brooklands Book Limited

Published: 1990-08

Total Pages: 172

ISBN-13: 9781855200319

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Eighty more pages and over 1 more illustrations than the regular Brooklands books. The expanded coverage features even more articles by the top automotive journalists from the world's leading automotive publications. Excellent values for every enthusiast.