1985 Citroen BX 4TC

Introduction
The 1985 Citroen BX 4TC was a French sports car that was produced by the French car company, Citroen. It was designed to be a racing car and was built to compete in the Group B Rally Championship. The BX 4TC was the first in the series of Citroen’s BX models and was a very successful car in its own right. It was an important car for Citroen and was the first model to use the BX platform. The BX 4TC was a great success for Citroen and it helped to establish the brand as one of the premier manufacturers of rally cars.

1985 Citroen BX 4TC

History

Early Years

The BX 4TC was first introduced in 1985 and was developed to compete in the Group B Rally Championship. The car was designed by Citroen’s chief designer, Jean-Pierre PlouĂ© and was built by the Italian engineering firm, Lancia. The car was powered by a 2.1 liter turbocharged engine and was capable of producing up to 250 horsepower. The car also featured a four-wheel-drive system and was equipped with adjustable suspension and a four-speed manual transmission.

1985 Citroen BX 4TC

Racing Success

The BX 4TC was a successful car in the Group B Rally Championship and it won several races during its time in competition. The car won the Swedish Rally in 1985 and was also successful in other races such as the Tour de Corse, the RAC Rally, and the Rallye Monte Carlo. The car also competed in the 1986 World Rally Championship and finished in third place overall.

1985 Citroen BX 4TC

Retirement

The BX 4TC was retired from competition in 1986 after the Group B Rally Championship was cancelled due to safety concerns. The car was replaced by the Citroen BX 16v and the BX 4TC was only produced for one year. Despite its short production run, the BX 4TC was a successful car and it is often regarded as one of the most iconic and successful rally cars ever produced.

1985 Citroen BX 4TC

Legacy

The BX 4TC was an important car for Citroen and it helped to establish the brand as one of the premier manufacturers of rally cars. The car’s success in racing also helped to inspire other car companies to produce their own rally cars. The car is also remembered for its distinctive yellow and black livery, which was a homage to the iconic rally cars of the 1980s.

1985 Citroen BX 4TC

Specifications

The BX 4TC was powered by a 2.1 liter turbocharged engine which was capable of producing up to 250 horsepower. The car also featured a four-wheel-drive system and was equipped with adjustable suspension and a four-speed manual transmission. The car weighed in at 1,190 kg (2,621 lb) and had a top speed of 227 km/h (141 mph).

1985 Citroen BX 4TC

Collectability

The BX 4TC is a highly collectable car and is sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike. The car is relatively rare and prices for a good condition example can range from $30,000 to $50,000 USD. The car also has a great following and there are several dedicated clubs and forums dedicated to the car.

1985 Citroen BX 4TC

Conclusion

The 1985 Citroen BX 4TC was an important car for Citroen and was the first model to use the BX platform. The car was a success in competition and helped to establish the brand as one of the premier manufacturers of rally cars. The car is also remembered for its distinctive yellow and black livery and is highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike.

1985 Citroen BX 4TC

Gallery of ‘1985 Citroen BX 4TC’

1985 Citroen BX 4TC

The 1985 Citroen BX 4TC in its iconic yellow and black livery.

1985 Citroen BX 4TC

The BX 4TC at the 1986 Tour de Corse rally.

1985 Citroen BX 4TC

The interior of the BX 4TC with its four-speed manual transmission.

1985 Citroen BX 4TC

The turbocharged engine of the BX 4TC.

1985 Citroen BX 4TC

The car in action at the 1986 Rallye Monte Carlo.

1985 Citroen BX 4TC

The BX 4TC at the 1985 Swedish Rally.

1985 Citroen BX 4TC

The car in action at the 1986 RAC Rally.

1985 Citroen BX 4TC

The BX 4TC in its classic yellow and black livery.

1985 Citroen BX 4TC

The dashboard of the BX 4TC.

1985 Citroen BX 4TC

A close-up of the BX 4TC’s adjustable suspension.