Citroën 2CV Sahara
This is a photograph that I took at the Footman James Classic Car Show Manchester at EventCity in September 2018. It's a replica of a 1960s Citroën 2CV Sahara and the information note in the windscreen reads as follows:
Citroën 2CV Sahara
1960-1966
Created as a specialist addition to the 2CV range an intended for oilfield prospecting and similar uses, the Sahara featured four-wheel drive achieved by means of two completely separate engine/gearbox units. It therefore has an engine at both ends and can be driven on either or both – the car has the rare distinction of being able to push-start itself! The installation of the second power unit is relatively simple due to the 2CV’s chassis construction; the driving controls are linked to ensure that both units operate in synchronization.This particular car is a replica constructed in 1996; it was built to be visually as close as possible to the original but benefits from the use of later-generation running gear, notably 652cc Visa engines which provide a mush improved power-to-weight ratio compared with the 1960s original.
Citroën 2CV Sahara
This is a photograph that I took at the Footman James Classic Car Show Manchester at EventCity in September 2018. It's a replica of a 1960s Citroën 2CV Sahara and the information note in the windscreen reads as follows:
Citroën 2CV Sahara
1960-1966
Created as a specialist addition to the 2CV range an intended for oilfield prospecting and similar uses, the Sahara featured four-wheel drive achieved by means of two completely separate engine/gearbox units. It therefore has an engine at both ends and can be driven on either or both – the car has the rare distinction of being able to push-start itself! The installation of the second power unit is relatively simple due to the 2CV’s chassis construction; the driving controls are linked to ensure that both units operate in synchronization.This particular car is a replica constructed in 1996; it was built to be visually as close as possible to the original but benefits from the use of later-generation running gear, notably 652cc Visa engines which provide a mush improved power-to-weight ratio compared with the 1960s original.