Citroen 2 CV (1/24) (fs) (1/24) (fs) Factory Sealed Mint

The Citroen 2CV (French: "deux chevaux" i.e. "deux chevaux vapeur", literally "two tax horsepower") was an economy car produced by the French automaker Citroen between 1948 and 1990. It was technologically advanced and innovative, but with uncompromisingly utilitarian unconventional looks, and deceptively simple Bauhaus inspired bodywork, that veiled the sheer quality of its underlying engineering. It was designed to move the French peasantry on from horses and carts. It is considered one of Citroen's most iconic cars. In 1953 Autocar in a technical review of the car wrote of "the extraordinary ingenuity of this design, which is undoubtedly the most original since the Model T Ford". It was described by CAR magazine journalist and author LJK Setright as "the most intelligent application of minimalism ever to succeed as a car". It was designed for low cost, simplicity of use, versatility, reliability, and off-road driving. For this it had a light, easily serviceable engine, extremely soft long travel suspension (with adjustable ride height), high ground clearance, and for over sized loads a car-wide canvas sunroof (which until 1960 also covered the boot).

Founded in Paris, France in 1957, Heller kits are widely regarded as some of the best fitting and most authentic kits every produced.  Heller is well-known for this Citroen 2CV which it manufactured in 1/43, 1/24 and 1/8 scales.  Unfortunately, Heller went into bankruptcy in 2005 and Heller kits are no longer being manufactured. As a result, vintage complete Heller kits are in high demand from builders and collectors alike.