Citroën's brochures in the 1960s were always stylish and well-produced, but as idiosyncratic as the company itself. On the covers of this 1966 DS Safari publication the car demonstrates one of its less obvious uses: a platform for children's kite-flying.

Of course Citroën couldn't just design a tailgate hinged to the edge of the roof, but had to come up with a solution like this - and I absolutely love it 😁

Two configurations of the big Citroën estate car were available. The Safari had two extra seats in the rear, while there was a Familiale version with a different arrangement. It had front and rear bench seats plus folding seats in the centre, allowing up to 8 passengers.

Always loved these brochures. I gave a few of them. Big influence on my own photography, this era of car brochure. And the cars always look used. Not ultra clean.

The white paintwork certainly accentuated the DS’s legendary panel gaps!