Build Kit 2CV / Méhari
Want to build your own classic car? You can!
Do you dream of a fully restored Méhari or 2CV? At CQS Classics and Citroparts you’ll find everything you need to bring your project to life: from donor cars and chassis to bodywork, parts and accessories. With our experience, reliable parts and professional advice, building your classic becomes an achievable — and enjoyable — adventure.
Discover, step by step, how you can get started yourself.
1. Donor Car
To build a Méhari or 2CV, you always need a donor car with valid documents. Although both models share the same basic structure, it is not possible to convert one into the other. The correct model must therefore always be listed on the registration papers.
Don’t have a suitable donor car? CQS Classics can provide one for you. Donor cars are available starting from €3,500.
2. The Rolling Section
Once you have a donor car, the build can begin. The first step is to dismantle it down to the so-called “rolling section”: the chassis with front and rear axle, wheels, engine and gearbox.
We always recommend starting with a new chassis (and, if necessary, a tubular frame). This way, you have a solid foundation. Citroparts supplies original or galvanized chassis, and we can correctly transfer the chassis number and provide an official certificate that is valid for inspection.
You can also decide whether to overhaul the engine, gearbox, axles and suspension. Both individual parts and complete modular replacement units are available from Citroparts.
3. Bodywork & Electrical System
When the rolling section is ready, the body can be installed.
Méhari: assembly of the tubular frame with the plastic bodywork mounted on it.
2CV: the body is first painted in the desired color and then mounted on the chassis.
CQS Classics has a professional spray booth and works with fixed rates for painting body shells. For both Méhari and 2CV, the complete bodywork can also be ordered new via Citroparts.
For the finishing, we always install a new wiring harness. Old harnesses often contain non-original modifications, which can cause malfunctions later. The wiring harnesses from Citroparts are made to original specifications and come with a clear connection diagram.
4. Interior, Lighting & Accessories
Finally, the car can be finished entirely to your taste. Citroparts offers a complete range of parts and accessories to personalize your project down to the last detail. Naturally, we will provide expert advice at every step of the build.
What do you need?
Around 150 hours of free time
A workspace of 3 x 5 meters
No car lift required
A basic set of tools
