Description
Citroën CX GTI Turbo 2 | 1987
Highlights:
– Rare Turbo 2 version with intercooler
– Recently serviced with mechanical updates
– Equipped with ABS, power steering, disc brakes, and 5-speed gearbox
– VIP velour interior in near-new condition
– Documented history and recent inspection
The seller offers for sale a 1987 Citroën CX GTI Turbo 2, one of the final and most refined iterations of Citroën’s iconic executive sedan. This particular example was originally sold in Germany and comes with a documented service history. It is powered by a 2.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine with intercooler, mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. The odometer reads 158,000 km.
According to the seller, this CX has recently undergone mechanical work. The suspension has been overhauled with four new hydropneumatic spheres, and essential components such as the fuel pump, filter, alternator, starter motor, water pump, battery, engine mounts, and valve clearances have all been addressed. Both engine and gearbox oil have been changed, and the timing system has been checked. The car rides on original Turbo wheels with quality TRX tyres.
The paintwork is generally well presented, though small stone chips are visible on the front edge of the hood. The interior is finished in black VIP velour, which is in clean condition with minor signs of use. All instruments and electronics are said to work as intended. The sunroof is noted as non-functional.
The Citroën CX was introduced in 1974 as the spiritual successor to the revolutionary DS. Designed with aerodynamics, ride comfort, and innovation at the forefront, the CX was awarded the 1975 European Car of the Year. The GTI Turbo variants represented the performance end of the CX spectrum, offering increased power, sharper handling, and more aggressive styling cues such as the “Turbo” alloys and badging.
In 1985, Citroën introduced the Turbo 2 version with an intercooler, boosting output and torque over the earlier Turbo 1 model. These versions were fitted with a revised engine management system and became the most powerful factory CX models ever produced. With power delivery smoothed out by the hydraulic suspension and long gearing, the Turbo 2 offered relaxed high-speed touring combined with unmistakable French character.
While the design remained largely unchanged over its 15-year lifespan, the CX continued to stand apart from conventional saloons. It featured an avant-garde dashboard, single-spoke steering wheel, and the famous hydropneumatic suspension that kept the car level regardless of load. Today, the CX Turbo 2 is considered one of the last true Citroën innovations before the brand shifted toward more conventional platforms under PSA ownership.
This particular example stands out thanks to its documented history, recent mechanical work, and preserved interior. For those seeking a characterful and increasingly rare 1980s turbocharged sedan with genuine presence, the CX GTI Turbo 2 remains a strong candidate.
Condition of the Bodywork and Paint
3. Good: Repairs to the bodywork and paint may be needed, possibly requiring part replacements.
Condition of the Interior
4. Very Good: Clean with minimal wear; may need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Technical Condition
3. Good: Generally reliable, but may need some maintenance or repairs.
Overall Condition
3. Good Condition: May need some mechanical and cosmetic repairs, but can drive.
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This car is currently located in Flemish Brabant, Belgium.
This car drives, brakes and shifts.
The car has a German registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction.
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