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You see it immediately: this is not an ordinary car. And thankfully so. Because in 1970, the world did not need yet another well-behaved coupé. Citroën agreed—and responded with something no one saw coming: the SM. “Sa Majesté” to those in the know, and that name alone says enough. This Citroën comes from an era when engineering and style were still allowed to be daring. Or should we not say that anymore? If not, let’s say it with a wink.

This particular SM is a first-year example from 1970, finished in Blanc Meije, the color its designers considered the one that best reveals the car’s extraordinary lines. And they were absolutely right. The bodywork borders on the extraterrestrial: a long, tapering nose, a narrow rear, and glass surfaces that feel almost futuristic. You could park a Concorde next to it and think, yes—I see the resemblance.

Inside, you’ll find black leather with a beautiful, honest patina. Not new, but exactly right. Like a leather jacket that has shaped itself perfectly to your shoulders over time. And then there’s the scent—that scent. Under the hood lies the familiar Maserati V6. Citroën had acquired Maserati in the late 1960s, and they made sure the world noticed. The SM’s V6 gives it a character unlike any conventional grand tourer. The engine feels eager, the five-speed manual gearbox pairs beautifully with the light, precise steering. The sensation this Citroën delivers? Within 100 kilometers, you’re convinced. After that, there’s no going back.

In 2023, this car underwent a comprehensive technical overhaul totaling €32,500, carried out by a recognized SM specialist in France. No shortcuts were taken. Everything was inspected, renewed where necessary, and properly set up. It now drives exactly as a Citroën SM was meant to in 1970—only with an added layer of confidence. Concerns about hydraulic quirks or Italian temperament can be put to rest.

European headlights, air conditioning, manual transmission—this is quite simply the version you want. The exterior is very well presented: an honest, carefully maintained SM that you can enjoy with peace of mind, knowing this is how it should be.

The Citroën SM is not a car for those in a hurry. But it is for those who understand style. For those who want to travel as Citroën once envisioned it. For drivers who enjoy guiding a car through a curve with just two fingers on the wheel. And perhaps for those who still believe the future can be more beautiful than the present—because that optimism is exactly what this Citroën embodies.

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