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Someone please explain why 2CV was produced for so long (1949-1990) - even in communist countries which were technologically backwards production of 2CV's conte
by RicoElectrico 4y ago
Someone please explain why 2CV was produced for so long (1949-1990) - even in communist countries which were technologically backwards production of 2CV's contemporaries (like FSO Warszawa) was long stopped (1973 in that example).
- morninglight 4y agoThe 2CV was inexpensive and indestructible. It was perfect for 3rd world nations that the French had colonized. The 4 wheel independent suspension could go over worse potholes on unpaved roads than you have ever seen. And if something did break, you could either fix it with a coat hanger or find a nearby shade tree mechanic with enough experience to get the job done. I fell in love with it back in the '60's and wanted to bring one back to the states. Of course, it would never pass a safety inspection. The nearest thing I could find was a beetle. .
- RicoElectrico 4y agoInteresting, I've seen my friend post a video not long ago with a 2CV in shot, that was in Paris. You'd think France as the Western Europe would focus more on safety and emissions (apparently French are very climate conscious).
- adamjb 4y ago2CV's do around 6L/100km which is comparable to modern town cars
- jaclaz 4y agoYep, the "other" (inexpensive and indestructible) car was the Renault R4: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_4 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_4
- frozencell 4y ago> 3rd world nations that the French had colonize Do you really think they were "nations"?
- bbsimonbb 4y agoMinis were produced from 1959 - 2000. VW Beetles, an older design and much worse to drive, from 1938 - 2003!