Croissant (France) - AllCarIndex

Croissant was a French automobile manufacturer that operated briefly from 1920 to 1922. The company, officially known as S.A. des Anciens Ets V. Couverchel, H. Croissant et Compagnie, was based in Paris. It initially focused on producing cyclecars, which were small, lightweight vehicles designed for economical transportation.

As the company evolved, it introduced a larger touring car powered by a 1690cc four-cylinder single overhead cam engine sourced from S.C.A.P. This model featured a four-speed gearbox, catering to a growing demand for more powerful and versatile vehicles. Additionally, Croissant advertised an eight-cylinder model, which was likely a combination of two four-cylinder engines, as the cylinder dimensions were identical. However, it remains uncertain whether this model was ever produced, as the company completed only a limited number of vehicles during its short existence.

One of the partners, V. Couverchel, may have had prior experience in the automotive industry, possibly linked to the C.V.R. brand, which was active before World War I. Despite its brief operation, Croissant contributed to the early 20th-century automotive landscape in France.