Citroën Dyane, Ami 6 and Ami 8: books - history

La Citroën Dyane de mon père (2e édition)

Launched in August 1967, the Citroën Dyane was positioned between the 2 CV and the AMI 6. Designed as a modernized version of the 2 CV, it offered similar comfort, a retractable roof, pronounced fenders, as well as recessed headlights and a practical tailgate.

This richly illustrated book traces the history and evolution of the Dyane from 1967 to 1983. Part of the "La voiture de mon père" series, it serves both as a reference for owners and a guide to originality.

It details the technical aspects, variations, modifications, and special editions. The book includes over 200 period photographs, some previously unpublished.

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La Citroën Ami 6, 8 et Super de mon père

Launched in 1961, the Ami 6 introduced more innovations than its competitors and played a key role in Citroën's history. It was the last car designed by Flaminio Bertoni, in collaboration with Robert Opron. The Ami 8 and Ami Super later extended its development.

Citroën created a mid-range model that quickly became the best-selling car in France, with over 1.8 million units sold. Its marketing campaign "For you, madam, " its production at the modern Rennes-La-Janais plant, and special versions like the M35 with a rotary engine are explored in this book covering 1961-1979.

Richly illustrated, this book details the history and evolution of the Ami 6, Ami 8, and Ami Super. Part of the "La voiture de mon père" collection, it serves as both a reference for owners and a guide to originality. It provides detailed information on technical aspects, variants, modifications, and special editions. Includes 200 rare period photographs.

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Citroën Ami 6 Kompakt: Alle Fakten und Typen

When the famous DS fell from the sky in 1955, André Lefebvre and Flaminio Bertoni began working on a new project almost at the same time: Citroën urgently needed a mid-range car to remain competitive in the future.
The two did not have much time, as the car was to be ready for series production in 1960.

This book tells the story of the car with the bizarre rear window, provides a typology of all models and helps with practical buying advice from the online magazine Garage 2CV when buying the strange duck. Lots of illustrations, hardback paperback in the well-known "compact" format.

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