French Automotive Culture: A Collector's Perspective
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French Automotive Culture: A Collector's Perspective

By KMII · Aug 17, 2024 · 52 replies
KMII
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KMII's recent post, capturing a well-loved Peugeot 205 in France, sparks a vibrant discussion on the enduring appeal of French automotive culture. This article delves into the community's appreciation for these iconic vehicles, highlighting their versatility and the passion they inspire among collectors. KMII's keen eye for a car with 'well worn' charm perfectly sets the stage for a deeper exploration of these automotive legends.

During a recent trip to France we spotted the following car. Sadly the owner was nowhere around so no questions could be asked πŸ€·πŸ»β€β™‚οΈ

But looks like anything but a garage queen and has that β€˜well worn’ charm to it 😁🏁

Adding β€˜velocite’ to the three more famous trio of French values πŸ˜‰πŸ‡«πŸ‡·



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KM
KMII
Aug 17, 2024

In France you either have people who are driving Miss Daisy or those who are qualifying for the Rally Monte Carlo (very much irrespective of the cars they drive) πŸ˜‰πŸ‘πŸ»

KM
KMII
Aug 17, 2024

No idea how it drives but it’s a bit of a β€˜why the h*** not’ type of vehicle that appeals 😁🦾

CP
Cpt Scarlet
Aug 17, 2024

I must tell you the story one day about friends of mine driving through France in five hired Renault 5’s in convoy !

KM
KMII
Aug 17, 2024

Sounds like quite a story πŸ˜‚

BI
bimbeano
Aug 17, 2024

.. or another rally raid. Because of the lightness of the car, the relative high power (75+ hp) and the adjustments made chassis-wise, this 205 can get thru any field or desert. Even with two wheel drive. By the looks of it , this one has been used to the fullest, what a machine!

KM
KMII
Aug 17, 2024

Wasn’t aware of this πŸ‘ŒπŸ» Makes a lot of sense to use the car for that and they probably are plentiful enough for it, too πŸ‘πŸ»

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