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20 Times a Car Looked Like a Joke—Until It Outperformed the Competition

Cameron · 8 min read
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8. Citroën 2CV

8. Citroën 2CV
A charming Citroën 2CV, the iconic French economy car, sits parked on a cobblestone street in the sun. | Photo by Pierre-Louis CASERIO on Pexels

Nicknamed the ‘tin snail’ for its humble, utilitarian looks, the Citroën 2CV was easy to underestimate. But this simple, lightweight car featured a soft suspension and rugged engineering, making it nearly unstoppable on rough rural roads. Its resilience and comfort quickly endeared it to generations of French farmers, and it routinely outlasted more expensive rivals in harsh conditions. BBC

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