When Volvo first began its collaboration with Bertone, it resulted in the goofy 262C coupe with its dramatically chopped roof and overall odd proportions. The new model caused further confusion for trying to push customers into a relationship with… more»
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Jun 24, 2024 • Auctions • 39 Comments
BF Auction: 1987 Bertone X1/9
Seeing British manufacturers’ incredible success in selling sports cars in the US market, Fiat did its best to grab a share of that valuable market. The 124 Spider proved to be a success for the company, but was in… more»
May 16, 2023 • For Sale • 41 Comments
9K Miles and Perfectly Stored: 1982 Fiat X1/9
When talking about mid-engined sports cars, the Fiat/Bertone X1/9 often gets overlooked. Smaller than even a Porsche 914, these miracles of efficient design were quite advanced for their time. With over 160,000 made, they obviously struck a chord with… more»
Jul 2, 2021 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Turbo BMW Power! 1990 Bertone Freeclimber
A rare and truly international vehicle, the Bertone Freeclimber took the basic Daihatsu Rugger from Japan, added a German BMW engine, upgraded interior and more, all under the brand of Italian styling house and coach builder Bertone. This 1990… more»
Feb 24, 2021 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Bertone Rarity: 1981 Volvo 262C
I don’t know which I enjoy more: breathing in the majestic beauty of this Bertone-designed Volvo coupe, or reading about it in the seller’s very enthusiastic description. The Bertone coupe was one of the stranger attempts at courting luxury… more»
Oct 20, 2020 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Pristine Fiat Bertone X1/9 Two-Pack
Matt R sent us this lead on two X1/9’s for sale in a package deal. The red car is a 1979 Fiat X1/9 and the white car is a 1983 Bertone X1-9. Fiat produced the X1/9 from 1972 to… more»
Sep 25, 2020 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Italian Fun: 1979 Fiat X1/9
Well, you don’t see these cars around anymore. Close to the shores of the Great Lakes, this 1979 Fiat X1/9 is for sale in Saginaw, Michigan. The Fiat is listed for sale here on Craigslist for $5,800. The seller… more»
Jan 23, 2020 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Surprise Engine Swap: 1980 Volvo 262C Bertone
By the mid-1980s, Volvo had demonstrated to the world that it could produce cars that were safe, solid, and in some cases, sporty. What was missing from their repertoire was a luxury coupe, so the decision was taken to… more»
Sep 12, 2019 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Stunning Transformation: 1987 Bertone X1/9
When this 1987 Bertone X1/9 was dragged from a barn just over a year ago, it was a pretty sad and forlorn-looking sight. However, hiding below the years of accumulated dust was a solid and rust-free car just waiting… more»
May 25, 2019 • For Sale • 10 Comments
No Reserve Driver: 1987 Bertone X1/9
While production of the Bertone X1/9 continued on into 1989, imports of the little Italian classic into the USA ended in 1987. This particular car is from that last import year, and it appears to be in exceptional condition…. more»
Jan 20, 2018 • Uncategorized • 9 Comments
A What? 1990 Bertone Freeclimber
Who is up for a Daihatsu Rocky, with a BMW diesel engine, and a custom body by Bertone of Italy? Anyone? Bueller? It doesn’t get any stranger than this 1990 Bertone Freeclimber oddball. Find this luxury SUV in Atlanta,… more»
