Citroen Ami 8 Saloon RHD 1971 with SUNROOF in EXCELLENT CONDITION and MOT.
This Citroen Ami 8 Saloon has been lovingly rebuilt to a very high standard with excellent attention to detail. The Ami will provide an excellent everyday classic car or show car, being a very practical load carrier which is very economical and fun to drive.
The Ami is a right hand drive 1971 model which was I have owned for 16 years, with a low mileage and fitted with a an excellent condition 1970s Weathershields sunroof. It comes with the English V5C registration document, it will be sold with a full 12 months MOT and it is MOT and car tax free. It is ULEZ exempt.
When I bought this Ami in 2009 it was in good structural and mechanical condition with only 20k miles on the clock where it had been used as a holiday car. Since then I have brought it up to a beautiful car and used it for shows (where it has won awards) and now only has 37k miles.
The Ami was introduced in 1961 as the Ami 6 to fill the gap between the 2cv and the DS. The car was updated in 1969 to form the Ami 8 until it was discontinued in 1979. Using the layout of the 2cv, with a 602cc air cooled engine it makes the car easy to maintain, cheap to run and very practical with spares available.
Many hours have been spent rebuilding the Ami sympathetically to a very high standard. I have rebuilt many classic Citroens (and other classic cars), the previous cars have gone to very satisfied classic cars lovers. I’ve enjoyed, and taken pride in restoring the Ami and it will give me further enjoyment to see it used, loved and cared for. I am sure this Ami will provide joy to the new owner, just like my own Citroens have done over the past 35 years.
–Structure and Chassis–
The shell is all original, with unwelded floors, sills and roof line where there are no sign of deterioration.
There has been welding to the rear bump stops with this welding being dressed and sealed.
The underside has had underseal applied leaving a strong and protected structure.
The car has it’s original chassis which is in excellent, un-welded condition. The chassis has been protected internally with oil.
–Body–
The panels have been stripped, treated, etched primed, 2 pack primed and four coats of 2 pack paint applied. The finish is excellent, very high gloss, durable and smooth. It is presented in the original colour of Blanc Meije.
The bonnet, front and rear wings have been replaced with genuine Citroen new-old-stock panels which have been fully protected.
Whilst the panels were removed all the inner seams have been treated with waxoil.
New-old-stock door handles have been fitted.
LED driving lights have been added.
There is a new-old-stock vintage automatic reverse light.
An extra vintage middle brake light has been fitted.
New mirror surrounds have been fitted.
The number plates are in durable pressed aluminium.
A 1970s Weathershields (which is English, made under licence from Webasto) folding sunroof is fitted, together with a wind visor. This is in excellent condition with no rips or marks.
–Mechanics–
The Ami has 37k miles recorded mileage, this is reflected in the pre-restoration general condition of the car. It is fitted, from new, with a centrifugal ‘Traffi’ clutch system to provide a semi-automatic transmission. This means that the Ami can be driven heavy traffic without dipping the clutch when coming to a stop, or can be driven the conventional way.
–Engine and Clutch–
The Ami has a new 123 electronic ignition system fitted, along with a new resin dry coil and new battery.
The engine has been thoroughly cleaned, with the cylinders, pistons and piston rings all being checked.
The engine mounts and gearbox mount were recent replaced.
The valves have been cleaned and checked.
The engine breather has had all internal rubbers replaced.
A new oil pressure switch has been fitted.
There is a new petrol pump fitted.
Durable rubber dump tubes are fitted.
Burton exhaust clamps are installed.
It has been fully serviced with new oil, oil filter, spark plugs, and air filter with the timing and tappet gaps set.
Recently a new Valeo clutch, backing plate and bearing has been fitted, with a new centrifugal ring and drum bearing.
Emergency oils and Michelin foot pump are neatly stored on the inner wings.
There is a comprehensive tool kit stored in the spare wheel.
–Brakes, Exhaust and Suspension–
The brakes have been fully serviced with a new-old-stock Bendix master cylinder and new Bendix rear cylinders and rear shoes.
The front brake discs have recently been replaced as have the brake pads and handbrake pads.
New brake oil has been added.
There is a full 4 piece stainless steel exhaust fitted.
The suspension has been overhauled with the knife edges dismantled, cleaned and greased.
The suspension canisters have been oiled.
The shock absorbers have been replaced with LIP (France) shock absorbers.
The king pins are original and in excellent condition.
–Other–
The fuel piping has been replaced with quality unleaded petrol pipe, with a new fuel filter added.
A small electric pump has been fitted to allow the priming of the carburettor after long periods of not being used.
All additional wiring is tidy and fused.
The oil cooler has been cleaned.
All other mechanical parts have been cleaned, painted and checked, and replaced if needed.
There are two sets of keys (with a small pewter Ami keyring), a winter muff, the original user manual in English, and a workshop manual, original brochure of the same year, together with the V5C registration document and MOT document. There is also some historical documentation.
The tyres are new which are fitted to reconditioned wheels. The wheels have white rims with grey centres.
The wheel trims are new-old-stock.
The wiper heads are the original SEV Marchal stainless steel with new rubbers.
The Cibie headlights are new-old-stock with new-old-stock headlight bezels.
The rear light lenses are new-old-stock.
The front bumper and overriders are new-old-stock, as is the grille.
A new-old-stock ‘Citroen’ chrome locking petrol cap is fitted.
It comes with the original jack and wheel brace/starter handle and wheel chock (neatly stored under the bonnet).
There is a period thermometer and km recorder.
The track rod ends have been dismantled, cleaned and installed with stainless steel castle screws incorporating grease nipples.
The front wheel tracking has been set.
There is a full tank of petrol.
All screws, nuts and bolts have been cleaned and waxoyled on re-assembly.
–Interior–
The front bench seat has been reupholstered in high quality material matching the original ‘Targa’ basketweave pattern.
The seat rubbers have been replaced where needed.
Side pockets have been fitted to the front doors.
Recent Securon 3 point lap and diagonal seatbelts have been fitted to the front and rear seats.
New carpet is fitted in the front, back and rear with floor sound deadening laid in the passenger compartment.
There is a metal guard fitted behind the rear seats to protect occupants from luggage.
A green flasher light and blue main beam lights have been added to the dashboard.
Hazard warning lights have been fitted.
There is a switchable flashing red light to serve as a visual anti-theft deterrent.
A digital voltmeter has been installed.
A USB socket is added for use with a Sat-Nav or phone charging.
There is a small scale Norev model in the same colour.
–Myself–
I have grown up with Amis with my father still having one from new in 1969. I’m a classic Citroen enthusiast and have been in the 2CVGB club for many years. I have restored many Citroens in the past and won awards for them. I’m passionate about classic Citroens and get excited when I see one on the road, this is part of my motivation to restore these cars – to keep them on the road, and for people to enjoy driving and seeing them.
–General Information–
Parts are readily available in England or France.
The Ami is MOT exempt (although it is offered for sale with a full MOT for peace of mind). The road tax is zero and the insurance is very low. It is ULEZ exempt. The running costs are low with a high return of miles per gallon of normal unleaded petrol from its reliable air cooled 602cc flat twin engine.
The value of Amis are continuing to rise, so this will provide a sound investment.
The Ami is located near Lincoln, please feel free to arrange a viewing and test drive before purchasing the car.
I may be able to help with collection of the Ami, with either recommending a local car transportation company or by collecting you from the Lincoln train station.
I will be willing to accept a £200 non-refundable deposit to secure the Ami for you, and I will withdraw it from sale. This may be deposited via bank transfer. I will be willing to accept a bank transfer for the balance.
I have set up a dedicated website which provides extra photographs, here is the link: https://emmashaw814.wixsite.com/for-sale-ami8
Please email me at [email protected], I will be happy to talk to you and answer any questions.
The asking price is £10,995.
Thank you for looking, Jonathan.