A rusted platform usually means a red inspection certificate during the annual MOT. But don’t worry, this doesn’t necessarily mean that your 2CV has come to the end of the road. It’s worth noting that welding rust holes is not always an option. The chassis may have already been tainted by rust to such an extent that it may have seriously degraded, meaning it is at risk of creasing or even breaking. Caution is therefore required.

CQS Classics has the expertise to make a professional evaluation of the state of the chassis of your 2CV. Where necessary we can also replace it. The relevant Belgian legislation is very strict, however. In fact, it is even stricter than in the neighbouring countries. When a chassis number of a 2CV is incorrect or incomplete, the car may be rejected or even banned from driving after an MOT.

You can avoid this risk by purchasing a new chassis from CQS Classics. Citroën and the Belgian Ministry of Transport have given us a mandate to engrave chassis numbers in a new chassis. This is done based on your vehicle documents. You then receive an engraving certificate from us, which you must keep with your vehicle documents. While we can install the chassis for you, you are of course free to install it yourself. Regardless of your preference, you can always make an appointment with CQS Classics for a platform change. Or you can visit www.citroparts.com, where you can buy a platform online.

Rust is quite possibly the greatest enemy of any classic car and your Citroën DS is no different in this respect. Unfortunately desperate situations call for desperate measures. Sometimes minor welding is sufficient, such as welding a new inner panel or part of the underbody. But sometimes more radical interventions are necessary, such as the replacement of the sills or the entire underbody. The kind of job that is best left to professionals.

CQS Classics always uses the same method. Together with you, we take a critical look at the car, after which we send you a quote of the parts that need replacing/welding.

Then our experienced welders set to work. They use top-class parts and the right materials. And they take the original welds and spot welds into account. This is the only way you can avoid situations such as doors that no longer seamlessly close after a restoration.

CQS Classics can also give your car a thorough anti-rust treatment, ensuring it can withstand the test of time in all weather conditions.

CQS Classics has years of experience working with classic cars, especially post-war classic Citroëns. This means that CQS Classics can advise and assist you every step of the way, with minor or major bodywork.

Here is what CQS Classics can offer you:

1. We have colour cards and the codes of all the original paints used by Citroën. That way you can be certain that your DS will be repainted in the right colour of your choice. You can also choose another, non-original Citroën colour.
2. To avoid differences in colour during partial repaint jobs, we always start by checking a painted part, to determine the exact composition of the paint.
3. We can also paint parts that you can then assemble yourself. E.g., parts that need replacing because of rust or damage.
4. Naturally we only use top-class products to guarantee a top-notch result.

CQS Classics gives you the option to restore your Citroën 2CV to its original condition in various phases.

You can choose to bring your car to CQS Classics during the winter months. We take advantage of this ‘hibernation’ to perform the necessary repairs and restoration so that you can enjoy your old-timer again during the summer months.

How we proceed:

1. You make an appointment and bring us your car.
2. We look over your 2CV with you and discuss your wishes. After a thorough review by our specialists, we can assist you in a professional manner to determine the priorities.
3. We draw up a phased plan in consultation with you, taking into account your budget and timing.

All work is done in consultation and in accordance with your wishes and specifications. Are you curious about some of our projects? Then view our restoration examples of the Citroën 2CV.

CQS Classics restores your Citroën 2CV to its original glory during one comprehensive restoration, in accordance with your wishes.

We take care of every aspect of the car during this total restoration, including the mechanics, the electricity and the bodywork.

How we proceed:

1. We make an appointment for a preliminary visual inspection. We prefer to do this in our own workshop, but we can also come to you if necessary.
2. We examine your 2CV with you and listen to your wishes. We also advise you on what we think is necessary to restore your 2CV to mint condition.
3. We prepare an indicative quote, which we discuss with you.
4. After you have approved our quote, we draw up a restoration agreement, in which we summarise all the works, budgets and agreements.
5. You can follow the restoration process with your personal link to our website while we work on your car.

Are you curious to see some of our projects? Have a look at some of our Citroën 2CV restoration projects.