A unique photoshoot with a very unique automobile
A classic car you don’t see very often and one that many don’t even knew exists is the Citroen SM. A grand tourer sports car in every sense of the word. This model was Citroen’s foray into the ‘sports car’ world as the company had just purchased Maserati and decided to use the beautiful Italian engine in their french chassis . The engine started life as a 2.7 litre V6 with triple carburettors but by the end of its short lifespan was enlarged to 3.0litre with fuel injection and around 200hp ( back in the early 1970s). This same engine was used in the Maserati Merak albeit in a mid mounted format.
The car you see here was brought into Australia in 2009. It’s a US Spec car so does not have the special Euro Spec swivel headlights. This is a 2.7 litre 1972 model with the 5 speed manual. Since the current owner purchased it in 2013 it has received a full overhaul and rebuild of all the hydraulic suspension and braking systems and a full engine rebuild as the motor had let go.
These overly complex cars are rare to see on Australian roads as most have been left in disrepair because of the exorbitant servicing costs. There are just a few more final touches left to finish on the car before this French Tourer will be seen cruising the streets of Melbourne.
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