How long was the Citroën 2CV produced and how many units were built in total?

The Citroën 2CV was produced from 1948 to 1990, making it one of the longest-running car models in automotive history. Over its 42-year production run, approximately 3.9 million units were manufactured across factories in France, Portugal, and other countries, cementing its status as a true automotive icon.

How can this Photo be used?

This stock photo is available for editorial licensing on Kataloop. Suitable use cases include, for example, classic car magazines, France-themed travel features, automotive blogs, or exhibition catalogs. Thanks to its 50-megapixel resolution, large-format print use in magazines or posters is also feasible. The editorial license covers use in reports, articles, and documentations.

What mood does this Photo convey?

The sandy-yellow Citroën 2CV sits quietly on the gravel, surrounded by lush green and dappled summer light. Leaf shadows across the bodywork give the scene a casual, everyday quality. The image conveys no romanticized nostalgia but rather shows a used vehicle with visible wear, simply parked somewhere in France on a summer day.

What equipment was used to capture this Photo?

Shot with the Sony ILCE-1 and the FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II, this photo reaches a resolution of 8640 x 5760 pixels. The full-frame sensor's 50-megapixel output captures fine details such as the chrome trim, tire texture, and leaf shadows on the sandy-yellow bodywork of the 2CV with exceptional sharpness. The fast zoom lens handles outdoor backlit conditions like this very effectively.

What visual style or trend does this Photo represent?

Classic vehicles like the 2CV align with a growing interest in slow travel and intentional journeys, where the car itself becomes a statement. Visually, the image reflects the demand for authentic, unstaged snapshots that prioritize believable everyday scenes over polished aesthetics. This approach is relevant in editorial contexts and content marketing focused on French culture and lifestyle.

Vintage yellow Citroën 2CV parked outdoors

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Vintage yellow Citroën 2CV parked outdoors

Kataloop stock photo no.

2414994

8640

5760

39496635

SONY ILCE-1

FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II

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