Citroen DS23
The DS23 represents the final and most powerful evolution of the legendary Citroën DS, featuring a larger engine and refined hydropneumatic suspension. It's a prized collector car valued for its advanced engineering and timeless avant-garde design.
Find one with Spotter →Citroen DS23 sold for a median of $30,113 over the last 12 months, based on 13 auction sales; the middle 50% sold between $19,916 and $33,288. 3 currently for sale.
The DS23 was the final and most powerful iteration of the revolutionary Citroën DS. Launched for the 1973 model year, it featured a larger 2,347 cc 4-cylinder engine, offering more performance than its DS21 predecessor. It carried forward the stunning Flaminio Bertoni design and the car's signature hydropneumatic suspension, but with 2 decades of refinement.
Collectors prize the DS23 as the ultimate expression of the 'Goddess.' The models equipped with Bosch D-Jetronic fuel injection, known as the Injection Électronique (IE), are particularly sought after for their superior power and smoothness. Top-tier Pallas trim levels added another layer of luxury, making them the most desirable configurations. These cars represent the pinnacle of a design that was futuristic in 1955 and remains so today.
The market for the DS23 is mature, with a clear premium for excellent, well-documented cars. The average sale price sits around $44,000, but the wide spread from under $20,000 to $80,000 shows the massive difference in value between project cars and concours-ready examples. Fuel-injected Pallas models consistently command the highest prices.
Buying Tips
- The hydropneumatic suspension is the car's heart; check the system thoroughly. Ensure the car rises correctly from its lowest setting, and look for any green LHM fluid leaks from the spheres, pump, or high-pressure lines. Deferred maintenance here is costly.
- Rust is the biggest enemy. Inspect the chassis members, floor pans, inner wings, and the box sections behind the bumpers. The bolt-on body panels can hide serious structural corrosion, so a detailed inspection is essential.
- The 2.3L engine is robust, but the fuel injection system on IE models requires specialist knowledge. Check for smooth running and a steady idle. A carbureted model is simpler and cheaper to maintain if you're not a purist.
- Pallas interiors are luxurious but complex to restore. Check for worn leather, a sagging headliner, and cracked dashboard components. Sourcing correct trim pieces can be difficult and expensive.
Based on recent sales, prices range from approximately $17,700 for projects to $80,000 for top-spec Pallas Injection Électronique models.
76 Citroen DS23 vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars, with 3 currently live.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Citroen DS23 cost?
Over the last 12 months, Citroen DS23 sold for a median of $30,113 across 13 auction sales tracked on Hypercars; the middle 50% sold between $19,916 and $33,288. There are 3 currently for sale.
How many Citroen DS23 listings are for sale right now?
There are 3 Citroen DS23 listings currently live across auctions, dealers, and marketplaces tracked by Hypercars.