Description
Citroën ID 19 | 1969
Highlights:
– 1969-only specification with older dashboard and newer nose
– Original example with matching Belgian papers and Car Pass
– Rare Gris D’Anjou paint with white roof and working sunroof
– Hydropneumatic suspension functioning well with recent LHM pump
– Recently fitted with correct old-style tyres
The seller offers for sale this 1969 Citroën ID 19, an uncommon blend of features seen only in that production year—pairing the older-style dashboard with the updated nose design. Powered by a 1900cc four-cylinder petrol engine and mated to a manual gearbox, this example represents the more accessible sibling of the iconic DS line, known for its advanced engineering and futuristic styling. The car retains Belgian paperwork (including COC, registration parts, and a valid technical inspection until February 2025).
Finished in Gris D’Anjou with a contrasting white roof, this ID 19 has a classic two-tone look. The roof paint was hand-applied and has a coarser texture. A manually operated period-correct sunroof adds to the vintage charm. There are signs of age and previous touch-ups to the paintwork, especially in areas like the lower door sections and boot lid. Still, the car presents well overall and offers the balanced character of a driven classic.
Inside, the cabin is clean and retains its period character. The seats and door panels are in good condition, although the top of the rear seatback has suffered from sun damage. This has been modestly concealed with a cloth covering. The instrument cluster, warning lights, and switches function correctly. A discreet modern USB port with voltage readout has been added, while the original Pianola-style radio is no longer working.
Technically, the car appears to be in good condition. The seller reports that the suspension performs as expected, with recent service to the LHM hydraulic pump. The spheres are functioning, and no fluid leaks are noted. The vehicle benefits from a set of expensive reproduction tyres that replicate the original look.
The Citroën ID series was introduced in 1956 as a simplified, more affordable counterpart to the DS. While it shared the same striking bodywork and innovative hydropneumatic suspension, the ID was initially offered with manual controls and a less powerful engine. Over the years, however, the ID series evolved to closely mirror the DS in equipment and styling, offering buyers a stylish and technologically advanced car at a lower cost.
The 1969 model year was a transition point in the ID’s design. That year marked the introduction of the “new nose,” a restyled front end with four headlights under glass covers, but it was still fitted with the earlier style interior controls and dash layout. As such, the 1969 ID 19 holds a special place among collectors as a one-year-only blend of old and new.
One of Citroën’s crowning achievements, the hydropneumatic suspension system set the ID and DS apart from any other car of their time. It provided an almost magical ride quality and self-leveling capability that remains a hallmark of Citroën innovation. This system, while complex, has proven reliable when properly maintained—a point of note given the recent service and working condition of this example’s suspension system.
The ID 19 offered the elegance of a DS with slightly more mechanical simplicity, making it a practical choice for those seeking classic Citroën design without the full array of DS complexity. Today, the ID range has earned its own enthusiast following, with increasing recognition of its importance within Citroën’s golden era of design and engineering.
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
3. Good: Shows typical wear; may require some repairs or part replacements.
Technical Condition
4. Very Good: Mechanically solid, with possible minor maintenance required.
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 Overijssel province, the Netherlands.
This car drives, brakes and shifts.
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