Citroën Ami 6
(1961 - 1969)
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Citroën Ami 6 - the Miss Miracle
Between 1961 and 1969, Citroën sold over one million Ami 6 vehicles. The technology came largely from the 2 CV, the unmistakable design by Bertoni and some elements of the interior were borrowed from the goddess DS. The practical car was particularly popular with the ladies, not least thanks to the centrifugal clutch. This report describes the history of the compact Ami 6 and shows it in many historical illustrations, which are themselves true gems of photographic art, as well as a sales brochure from the time.
At the beginning of the sixties, Citroën was still confident that it could not only throw old technical traditions overboard, but also convince the masses of buyers of new solutions and design innovations. The car that was to close the gap between the 2CV and the DS/ID, the Ami 6, was therefore eagerly awaited. 'hobby' reviews of the newcomer were favorable, although the expected revolution failed to materialize and the new car was seen more as a synthesis of its little and big brothers. Whether the Ami 6 would be a success, the reporter made dependent on the not yet known price. This report reproduces the original wording of the article from 1961, supplemented by many photos from the time.
Citroën had already proven with the 2CV and the ID/DS sisters that it was possible to consistently break with conventions and thus achieve great success. In 1961, however, the manufacturer did not launch a rolling revolution with the Ami 6, but rather a highly unconventional creation made from tried and tested ingredients. The middle-of-the-road hybrid challenged good taste and had a few surprises in store... This article reproduces an original test report from September 1961 and shows the compact saloon in extensive photo and sales material.
When Citroën's latest coup - the Ami 6 - was presented in 1961, opinions were divided on the beauty of the design. But this (non-) existing beauty was quickly forgotten when one considered the series of improvements and innovations, which reached not inconsiderable proportions.
"Not a car for philistines, but we like it!" At least that was the verdict of the young couple who were given the Ami 8 by Hobby magazine for a day and whose reactions the editors observed with the camera. You have to approach it with youthful light-heartedness if you want to give it an all-round positive assessment. And this is how the Hobby Ami 8 story was created in words and pictures. Fun is guaranteed, especially forty years later!
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