Maigret actor's Citroen Traction Avant for sale
The Citroën Light 15/6H Traction Avant that featured in the 1960s British TV series Maigret is for sale.
The 1954 Paris-built car was bought by the show’s star, Rupert Davies, from a French leasing company after the 51 episodes of the series, shown on the BBC from 1960-’63.
Mr Davies used the car for many years before it passed on to his wife. It remained with the Davies family and relocated to Somerset. It was stolen but recovered and returned.
The present owner, Jamie Maisey, bought his first Citroën Traction Avant in 1988. He ended up buying the Maigret car, but due to a lack of time has decided to pass it on. He is open to offers from potential buyers.
The 15H’s engine, gearbox and clutch has been overhauled.
Jamie said: ‘A lot of people refer to these Citroëns as Maigret cars, but this is the real thing.’ Nick Larkin
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