Key facts

1983

Organization: Sofira is formed to finance the sale of automobiles, spare parts and accessories.

Manufacturing: The foundry plant in Villiers-la-Montagne begins operation.

International: Citroën signs a second contract in China with the city of Beijing to deliver 2,000 CXs.

Sports: The 205 T16 4WD represents Peugeot in rally races.

Launch: of the Peugeot 205.

The group's annual output: 1,687,376 vehicles