1973 Citroën SM 5-Speed

The car is powered by a correct Maserati 3. 0-liter V6 and is sold by Alex Roy, Editor-at-Large for The Drive. The engine was rebuilt at a cost of over $16k in 2014 by Jacques Brunet, formerly of Citroën/Morgan West, while all other maintenance since 2010 has been performed at Jerry Hathawayâ??s SM World. This particular SM has been featured in Motor Trend Classic, Jalopnik, and most recently on Matt Farahâ??s The Smoking Tire YouTube channel. Denis Foley also addressed the factory hydro-pneumatic suspension system, which is reported to be fully functional. The original 15â?³ alloy wheels are shod in Michelin tires all around. New rear hatch struts were installed in 2014, and the trunk contains the spare wheel, a disconnected subwoofer, and an Alpine amplifier. The leather upholstery is noted to be in good shape aside from wear commensurate with age, as well as a smaller scratch in the center of the rear seat as shown in the photo gallery. Other interior flaws include a nick in the driverâ??s door handle leather, missing control knobs for both front seats, a broken pin on the left A/C vent, and dirty carpeting in the pedal box area. The stock radio remains in place in the center console, though it has been disconnected and is missing a knob. JL Audio coaxial door speakers have been color matched, while a second pair are mounted to the rear deck. A Valentine 1 power cord is hardwired through the A-pillar, and SM World installed a four-outlet 12v array concealed between the transmission tunnel and passenger seat. 71,886 miles are believed correct based on known history and included documentation. The 3. The most recent service was completed at SM World on March 31, 2017 and consisted of an oil change, new distributor rotor, an API filter, and a new battery. The 2014 engine rebuild receipt totaling $16,780. 92 is included along with SM World service documents since 2010. Filed under: citroen