1978 Citroen CX 2400 Pallas C-matic review from UK and Ireland
"One of a kind"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Corroded hydraulic pipe underneath split leaving pool of green fluid on the road. Was replaced cheaply by friendly independent Citroen-literate mechanic.
Carburettor gasket broke up inside, blocking fuel jet.
Top radiator hose went; bit of a nightmare to bleed cooling system as bleed nipple on top of water pump seized then broke.
General comments?
Coming from a Lada 1200, almost anything was going to feel like a Rolls Royce, but the CX was really rather special, and for the money an outrageous bargain. Ride comfort was simply superb, especially after rear spheres were regassed, and it made an excellent motorway cruiser. Despite its age I regularly used it on 800 mile round trips to the Scottish Borders.
Very good in snow. C matic gearbox gave no trouble, if a bit low geared.
Rust in the usual places.
Bits of it are probably living on in surviving examples.
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| A very special beauty |
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| A car you will fall in love with |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 1978 |
| Year of manufacture | 1978 |
| First year of ownership | 1990 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1992 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 cc petrol Semi-Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 93000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 114000 miles |
| Previous car | Lada Riva |
| Date of Entry | 5th August, 2005 |