The Unique 1971 Citroën SM Espace Heuliez at Villa d'Este - Sound, Drive, Interior

In 1970, the French bodywork specialist Heuliez launched an ambitious project to complement the luxurious Citroën SM with an exceptional open-top version. The initial drawings penned in November 1970 showed two rooftop openings with movable louvres made of stainless steel. The prototype named Espace was conferred with strikingly angled louvres over the rear window as an additional design element. Finished in Aubergine Metallic and complemented by a bold interior made of green velour leather, it was unveiled at the Salon d’Auto- mobil in Paris in 1971 in an attempt to attract interest for a small series. Citroën considered the options and implemented some changes but ultimately rejected them. Only one more example was ever produced ! #citroen #unique #car