Launched in 1961 as “the world’s most comfortable medium class car,” the Citroën Ami 6 was styled by longtime Citroën engineer Flaminio Bertoni, who played leading roles in the design of such legends as the Traction Avant, 2CV, and DS. Featuring ultra-modern styling, the Ami 6 was offered in two main body styles – a berline or notchback sedan and the break (estate wagon), plus a van-style commerciale. Underneath, the Ami 6 shared many mechanical components with the 2CV, including the platform chassis, all-independent suspension, boxer-style, air-cooled 602 cc two-cylinder engine, four-speed gearbox, and front-wheel-drive system. Production of the Ami 6 continued until 1969 and the advent of the updated Ami 8, which enjoyed production until 1978. Interestingly, Citroën considered the Ami so characteristically “Citroën” in nature that it deemed identification badges superfluous. Highly practical and easy to drive, Citroën’s marketing efforts promoting the Ami were directed mainly to women buyers.

Acquired in the Netherlands by the Mullin Collection in 2015, this 1964 Citroën Ami 6 Berline is a very nice example of these user-friendly and successful French motorcars. Finished in two-tone livery comprising a white upper roof surface and blue main body, this Ami 6 is equipped with a useful roof rack and complemented by white-painted steel wheels. Inside, the driver is greeted by Citroën’s fabulously modernistic single-spoke steering wheel and dash-mounted gearshift.

*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.