Although Citroen cars haven't been sold in the US since 1974, and while the automaker is undergoing continuous and ongoing financial difficulties, the company's cars have long been known as the pinnacle of French style and elegance. With new models like the DS3 that we recently told you about bringing awesome styling into its repertoire, we now have an opportunity to take a look at the company's private stable of classic cars, opened up for viewing in this fabulous video.

Check out some of the all-time favorite beauties produced and preserved by the epic French automaker: