Simca Vedette
Every Simca Vedette generation in the Burbles catalogue — complete specs, rarity tiers, interactive 3D cards, and the collectors who have spotted them on the street.
- Lineage Span
- 1954–1961 2 generations · 2 published trims
- Power Evolution
- 75 → 84 hp Base lead-trim output across eras
- Catalogue Rarity
- 2 Legendary 2 Legendary
All 2 Simca Vedette Generations
Each generation deals in its rarity tier’s alloy with its engine disc, lead specs, and first spotter record. Click into any generation for full trims and market figures.
This Vedette's flagship Présidence became a head-of-state car — coachbuilder Chapron built two custom four-door convertibles for French President Charles de Gaulle.
When Simca took over Ford's French factory, it scrubbed the Ford name from the new Vedette almost entirely — printing it just once, in tiny type, on the last page of the launch brochure.
Collectors Who Spotted the Simca Vedette
No member has published a public street spot of the Simca Vedette yet — the First · Worldwide stamp is wide open.
Simca Vedette Generation-by-Generation Comparison
Lead figures across every published generation, newest to oldest. Select any generation to inspect all trims and engine options.
| Generation | Years | Tier & Rarity | Engine | Power & Torque | 0–60 mph | Weight | Trims | First Spotter |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vedette Beaulieu / Chambord / Présidence / Marly (1958–1961) | 1958–1961 | Legendary | 2.4L V8 | 84 hp | — | 2,780 lb | 1 trim → | Unclaimed |
| Vedette (1954–1957) | 1954–1957 | Legendary | 2.4L V8 | 75 hp | — | 2,540 lb | 1 trim → | Unclaimed |
See a Simca Vedette on the street, point Burbles at it, and that generation’s card goes in your binder with your own photo and serial number. Own one? Add it to your garage in the app.