From germany Never registered 378 km The Citroën 2 CV, more known as «deudeuche» or «two legs», is undoubtedly the most representative of the popular French cars. His long career spanned between 1948 and 1990, producing more than 5 million copies. In 1935, Michelin, a French tyre manufacturer, bought Citroën. Pierre Boulanger, the new boss, has the idea of creating a car for the social classes of the rural world and low income, the primary concern being to allow the parent company Michelin to increase its tyre activity. Inspired by a survey of a targeted audience, sent to several thousand copies throughout the territory, Boulanger writes the precise and draconian specifications, defining the project "TPV" ("any small car"): with four seats, 50 kg of transportable luggage, 2 tax CVs, front-wheel drive, 60 km/h in top speed, 72 three-speed gearbox, easy to maintain, with a suspension allowing to cross a ploughed field with a basket of eggs without breaking a single one, and consuming only 3 liters per 100 kilometers! It must be easy to drive, by a beginner or a woman. And above all, no ostentatious signs. The advertising slogan "4 wheels under 1 umbrella " of the end of the 60’s, summarizes rather well the general spirit of what the boss expected. The project is hidden from the Germans during the war NOITCELLOC ED SELIBOMOTUA 1202 ERBMEVON 70 EHCNAMID