Now enjoying its fourth generation in production, Citroën’s C3 “supermini” car replaced the Saxo and entered production in April 2002. Initially a practical five-door hatchback, the design was also marketed as the premium level DS3. The innovative Pluriel debuted in July 2003, adding a unique, multi-configuration convertible to the C3 model line. More than worthy of its “Pluriel” moniker (meaning “Plural”), the new C3 featured a multi-mode convertible top system, allowing the car to be configured at will from the standard hatchback to a sunroof saloon, a convertible with the roof lowered, a full convertible with upper roof pillars detached, or even a roadster pickup with the top fully retracted and the rear seat folded down. A distinctive side treatment recalled the popular and beloved 2CV Charlestons of the 1980s, adding to the usability and considerable fun factor delivered by the C3 Pluriel.

This C3 Pluriel from 2009 hails from the last model year for the first generation of production. It was purchased by the Mullin Collection from Europe in 2015. A charming and attractive example of Citroën’s continued homage to the legendary and incredibly successful 2CV and its many variants, it is accompanied by copies of correspondence and prior Dutch registration papers.

*Please note that all of the Lots in this Auction have been in long-term static storage at the Mullin Automotive Museum and may not be currently operational. They will require mechanical attention and in some cases significant restoration prior to any road use.