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Extra power is
one thing. The ability to handle that power safely is
something else again.
The Citroen CX
GTi excels on both scores.
Bosch L-jectronic
fuel injection, combined with a far more advanced aerodynamic
shape than that of any other production car creates a very
special brand of high-performance motoring.
Indeed, it is at
high speeds that the wind-cheating aerodynamic GTi has the
effect of making seasoned motoring correspondents slip into
superlatives.
For it is unusual
and impressive that the aerodynamic design of the GTi even
extends to the smooth underside of the car - a feature which
means that the car is literally sucked down on the road.
So, instead of
bouncing around and feeling as though you are at the point of
no return down the runway, you remain totally relaxed and
devoid of the usual stresses and strains of high speed
driving.
Yet advanced
aerodynamics are only part of the story. There are other
highly significant contributory factors such as VariPower
steering. Unlike conventional power steering, VariPower
becomes firmer as you increase speed, providing an absolute
sense of stability and security. Furthermore it prevents
the wheels from being deflected by stones or irregularities in
the road surface.
Front wheel drive
and Citroen's unique self-levelling hydropneumatic suspension
complete a road-holding capability which is virtually
impossible to rival at any price.
This is all very
reassuring but still leaves one worry which niggles at the
minds of even the most expreienced drivers: the possibility of
a high-speed blow-out, which is liable to be final, even for
the best of drivers.
Reassuringly,
Citroen have removed even this fear, with a suspension system
which not only allows you to carry on driving in a straight
line but even steer round corners until it is quite safe to
stop.
All of which goes
to prove that the car can handle the power.
Like no other car
in the world.
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Illustrated CX
GTi, fuel injected with 5 speed box. £8203.81.
Also available CX 2400 Pallas fuel injected with C-Matic
£8227.48 Prices include inertia reel seat belts but
exclude delivery charges £98.90 (inc VAT) and number
plates. Prices correct at time of going to press.
All Citroen cars have a 12 month unlimited mileage
guarantee. Check Yellow pages for nearest dealer and ask
about our preferential finance scheme. Please enquire
about our Personal Export, H.M. Forces and Diplomatic schemes
to Citroen Cars Ltd. Mill Street, Slough SL2 5DE. Tel
Slough 23808
This ad appeared
in What Car? February 1980
Thanks to Chris
Burmajster
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