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CITROEN D SPECIAL Ultra-rare
As of 2026 Q2, 54 CITROEN D SPECIALs remain registered in the UK — one of the rarest cars in Britain on today's roads. Numbers are at their highest recorded level since the model first appeared in our data in 2014 Q3. Unusually, the numbers are actually rising — up 2 (3.8%) over the past year, as imports and barn-finds rejoin the register faster than cars leave it. In all, the CITROEN D SPECIAL is rarer than 65% of the 2,315 UK car models we track, putting it firmly in 2026's endangered class.
Survivors over time
How rare is it?
Genuinely rare — only 54 left on UK roads.
Rarer than 65% of the 2,315 UK car models we track.
Fuel breakdown
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About the D SPECIAL
The Citroën DS (French pronunciation: [si.tʁɔ.ɛn de.ɛs]) is a front mid-engined, front-wheel drive executive car manufactured and marketed by Citroën from 1955 to 1975, in fastback/sedan, wagon/estate, and convertible body configurations, across a single generation comprising three series. Marketed with a less expensive variant, the Citroën ID, the DS was known for its aerodynamic, futuristic body design; unorthodox, quirky, and innovative technology. It set new standards in ride quality, handling, and braking, thanks to both being the first mass production car equipped with hydropneumatic suspension...
CITROEN D SPECIAL — questions & answers
How many CITROEN D SPECIAL are left in the UK?
As of 2026 Q2, 54 CITROEN D SPECIAL were still registered in the UK — 38 licensed and on the road, plus 16 declared SORN (off-road). The figures come from official DVLA vehicle licensing data.
Is the CITROEN D SPECIAL rare?
The CITROEN D SPECIAL is genuinely rare, with only 54 left, making it rarer than 65% of the 2,315 UK car models we track.
Is the CITROEN D SPECIAL increasing or decreasing?
Over the last year the number of CITROEN D SPECIAL on UK roads rose by 2 (3.8%).
What fuel do most CITROEN D SPECIAL use?
Most CITROEN D SPECIAL run on petrol — about 98% of those still registered, with the rest split across diesel.
When did the CITROEN D SPECIAL peak?
The CITROEN D SPECIAL peaked at 54 registered in 2026 Q2, and was first recorded in the data in 2014 Q3.