Citroen SM
The Citroen SM is a futuristic grand tourer that combines a potent Maserati V6 with Citroen's advanced hydropneumatic suspension. It's a complex and prized collector's car, sought after for its avant-garde styling and unique driving experience.
Citroen SM sold for a median of $33,985 over the last 12 months, based on 19 auction sales; the middle 50% sold between $25,000 and $36,218. 18 currently for sale.
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Citroen SM prices by year
| Year | Median (3 yrs) | Middle 50% | Sales (3 yrs) | For sale now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | $28k | $20k–$35k | 6 | 1 |
| 1972 | $34k | $21k–$41k | 18 | 7 |
| 1973 | $35k | $29k–$48k | 25 | 10 |
| 1974 | $43k | $39k–$47k | 5 | 0 |
Auction sales in the last 3 years; prices leave out salvage and other branded titles.
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The Citroen SM was born from Citroen's 1968 acquisition of Maserati. It combined Citroen's advanced hydropneumatic suspension and chassis technology with a new, compact 2.7L Maserati V6 engine. The result was a futuristic grand tourer that looked and drove like nothing else, featuring innovations like self-centering DIRAVI steering and a slippery, Robert Opron-penned body.
Collectors prize the SM for its unique blend of Italian performance and French avant-garde design. It's a complex car that requires specialist knowledge, but rewards owners with an unparalleled driving experience. European-spec cars with their six swiveling headlights are particularly sought after, though all SMs represent a high-water mark for 1970s automotive engineering and style.
Buying Tips
- Insist on a complete service history from a reputable SM specialist. These cars are notoriously complex and expensive to sort if neglected.
- The Maserati V6 engine requires specific checks. Confirm the timing chain tensioners have been updated and that the original sodium-filled exhaust valves were replaced with stainless steel items.
- Thoroughly inspect the hydropneumatic suspension. Check for fluid leaks, ensure the car rises correctly, and ask when the accumulator spheres were last replaced, as they are a regular maintenance item.
- Look for rust in the floors, around the front subframe mounts, and under the front and rear window seals.
- Test the DIRAVI steering to confirm it self-centers properly from a stop. Repairs to this system are complicated and costly.
225 Citroen SM vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars, with 18 currently live.
Data sourced from auction results and dealer and private listings, including Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids, Mecum, RM Sotheby’s and eBay Motors. Updated daily.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Citroen SM cost?
Over the last 12 months, Citroen SM sold for a median of $33,985 across 19 auction sales tracked on Hypercars; the middle 50% sold between $25,000 and $36,218. There are 18 currently for sale.
How many Citroen SM listings are for sale right now?
There are 18 Citroen SM listings currently live across auctions, dealers, and marketplaces tracked by Hypercars.