Couple search for their beloved 2CV 18 | 08 | 2011

AN AUCHTERARDER couple are trying to track down their first love; a decrepit old Citroen 2CV. The couple, Gordon and Lesley Venters, last laid eyes on their beloved 2CV 24 years ago when they traded it in for a Renault 5.

But now the couple have admitted they have always regretted getting rid of the yellow soft-top, which they named Emily because its registration contained the letters MLY.

"It was a tough decision to trade 'Emily' in," Gordon, who along with Lesley bought the car new in 1984, explained, "but we needed something with a little more power because we were visiting Lesley's mum and dad in Edinburgh so often. Emily wasn't able to manage the hill leading into Perth without a struggle."

Although both admit Emily may well now be passed her best, they have pledged to find her and "knock her back into shape". The last record they have of the car is that has been unlicensed since 1999 and may have been painted red.

"I have sent emails to websites for 2CV enthusiasts but," Gordon continue, "but unfortunately I haven't had any response."

So, do you know anyone who might know anything about Emily? If you do, drop us an email at Scotcars; and hopefully we can reunite the happy trio.

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Jim McGill