usounds April 13th, 2006
This beauty is being sold right now on eBay, so if you want a sleek SM in amazing condition, go check it out here. As mentioned in the description “The work was done by none other than Jerry at SM World - the established genius of these cars for the past 30 years.” If you’re not yet familiar with Jerry at SM world, we had a nice chat with him a while back and learned all about his operations in So. California. Quite a guy. He’s not too into the interweb, but he does know SMs like no one else on this planet.
usounds February 15th, 2006
We missed the deadline for Citroën of the month (yet again). However, we have an exciting new internet website experience that’s sweeping the nation. Idle your long and low browser, because if you’re anything like us, you’ll be at Citroën Battle! for a long time.
usounds November 9th, 2005
Editor-at-Large Jack Larson’s 2CV is a masterwork inside and out– much like the man himself.
Such an automobile inspires confidence and a certain attitude that allows one to take a smoke break while perched on the front fender, cooly surveying the world and knowing it is yours to win, lose, or throw away.
For a commemorative poster of this image, click here
usounds September 9th, 2005
The Ami 8 doesn’t easily fit into the rest of the 70’s Citroën pack, but it’s the wildcard that helps unify the deck. Somewhere between a 2CV and a DS wagon, with a touch of Mehari, lies the Ami 8.
While not everyone appreciates it, (British humor site UglyCars.co.uk says “The Citroen Ami 8 is to automotive design what Yasser Arafat is to glamour modelling.”), it has its legions of fans, including the owner of the lovely beige model above. You can see more of his pictures (he’s owned dozens of Ami 8s) at his site, Ami8.com
usounds May 27th, 2005
This gorgeous automobile is one of only 9 built by the famed Henri Chapron autoworks of Paris, and one of only 3 known to exist in this condition. Click the image for a slightly larger pic. More information and photos available here.
usounds April 15th, 2005
Henri Chapron versions of Citroën’s classic automobiles are among the sweetest and ratest of all Citroëns. Long, low, and with a panache and grace unique to the Chapron versions, this vehicle is sure to give you great pleasure at any speed.
For more photos, try this page
usounds March 16th, 2005
Long and low has long been the USOUNDS creed when it comes to fine automobiles and general lifestyle. Perhaps the longest and lowest of all Citroens is the first series of CX’s which were launched at the Paris Salon in 1974. The CX was a replacement for the venerable DS, but never reached the heights of beauty that the CS achieved instantly. Still, if you want to go extremely long and very low, the CX can’t be beat. The 2400 Prestige model extended the car by a full 8 inches. More photos inside.
Photo credit: Citroen CX club of Holland. Danke, Lads.
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usounds February 4th, 2005
Le HY is one of the 70’s most sought-after hotboxing vans, with a face like Darth Vader and a long utilitarian style. The various configurations and potential for customization also put the HY into the realm of special vehicles.
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usounds January 5th, 2005
Citroën’s wonderful off-road vehicle, essential to many USOUNDS adventures around the world, is the Citroën of the Month for January. This vehicle has multiple configurations and is best used in safari mode, with the front windscreen flipped down for maximum visibility. While there are many colors available, the first choice with this model should be orange, with cream or yellow as a fine second choice.
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usounds December 10th, 2004
The Goddess in one of its many forms, above is the Citroen DS 19 Berline (standard model) from 1966. Some preferred the Sport model with its increased horsepower, but that models “long and low” quotient was weakened by its shorter body, and thus the Berline is the superior model, in my opinion.
–PC IV
