Drawing its mechanical components from the esteemed G mid-range contender, Pluriel is a true multi-purpose vehicle, however with a uniquely French twist; it’s really a sedan, a roadster, a leisure-oriented pick-up truck along with a targa half-convertible.

And all sorts of come like a single package that required less technical expertise than the usual working knowledge of Lego.

A set of petrol engines are offered – the fundamental 1.4i and the stronger 1600cc – the second coming standard with SensoDrive, Citroen’s button-switched automatic transmission.

There’s also a 1.4 diesel. Regardless of the car’s flexibility it remains in mind a well-specified sedan which rides and handles well, with no usual creaks and groans of the open-topped car.