This vehicle was built in 1976 by Tissier for a French automobile club and were based on a 1970 Citroën DS. Originally 35 of these vehicles with 4-doors and 4 axles were built, today only 3 are left. Just like the regular DS this vehicle has a hydropneumatic suspension. But unlike the regular DS it can lower the front and back independently so there are no extra ramps necessary for loading and unloading a car. Its maximum speed is 170km/h.
fascinating to see a citroën ds transformed into a car transporter. the tissier conversion for the french automobile club is such a specific piece of automotive history. the article mentions only 35 were originally built, which makes it quite rare. it's a great example of functional and niche vehicle design from the 1970s. thanks for sharing these details and the vintage photos.
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