Citroën 2CV Cutaway- 1961

This cut-in-half 2CV began life as a 1960 “Ripple Bonnet” Deux Chevaux.

In 2024, Jeff Lane asked Jérôme Cesbron of Tours, France to build this unusual creation. Cesbron’s company, ARS Developpement, are well-know builders of special 2CVs, as well as a large 2CV parts supplier.

This Cutaway 2CV is fully functional and road-worthy. Its stock engine has been improved to 500cc.

Specifications:

Manufacturer: Automobiles Citroën, ARS Developpement (coach builder)

Country of Origin: France

Drivetrain Configuration: Front-engine, front-wheel drive

Engine: Citroën, air-cooled, 500cc, 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, 29bhp

Transmission: 4-speed manual with Reverse

Top Speed: 40 mph

Years of Production: 1960 (original) / 2024 (replica)

Number Produced: 1 (original)

Original Cost: unpublished