1994 BERTONE FREECLIMBER 2 Lot n° 45

Chassis No. ZBB18600007701592 - One of only 2800 produced - 59,000km deemed original, certifiable by revisions in the logbook - First paint, perfectly preserved and original - Rare and hard to find - BMW powered, fully convertible bodywork - First registration book and plates, double keys The Bertone Freeclimber 2 was the legendary Turin coachbuilder's offering of a better-finished and more appealing 4x4 than the model from which the Dahiatsu Feroza was derived. Assembly took place at Bertone starting with the bare body that was sent from Japan: distinguished by distinctive, two-tone paint jobs painted almost by hand, the Freeclimber was distinguished by a 4-headlamp front grille, wide fenders with oversized tires, and a better-finished interior. All the bodywork was Bertone branded, including the double keys. Instead of the standard 4-cylinder engine, Bertone installed BMW's 1,600cc engine with 103 horsepower, which was more spirited and fun. This example was registered in January 1994 and retains its original license plates and registration book, and the history is fully documented. It has had only 5 owners and has been part of the current owner's collection since 2018. It was given a complete mechanical service in 2022 which included greasing and various adjustments and to a thorough body and interior detaling. This Freeclimber 2 is on the books a 4-seater convertible car and retains the removable rear cover. The car retains its first paint and an absolute level of originality. The mileage listed is 59,000 and from the condition and documentation is original. The car has had 5 owners in all: 1st from 94 to 96 2nd from 96 to 99 3rd from 99 to 2010 4th 2010 to 2018 5th from 2018 to present Has all its original glass present: we report that the driver's side windows are slightly damaged. Please be advised that the car is being sold with the original replacement windows. Ownership then put in a set of new Hankook Dynapro AT tires in 2022 and put in new custom-made carpets. As fun as it is rare, this Freeclimber 2 is one of the most distinctive 4x4s ever made by Bertone. An enthusiast vehicle it is perfect as a static collectible as well as a dynamic one. One of only 2800 produced 59,000km deemed original, certifiable by revisions in the logbook First paintwork, perfectly preserved and original Rare and hard to find BMW powered, fully convertible bodywork First registration book and plates, double keys The Bertone Freeclimber 2 was the legendary Turin coachbuilder's offering of a better-finished and more attractive 4x4 than the model from which it was derived, the Dahiatsu Feroza. Assembly took place at Bertone starting with the naked bodywork that was sent from Japan. Distinguished by distinctive two-tone paintwork painted almost by hand, the Freeclimber was distinguished by a front grille with four headlights, wide mudguards with oversized tyres and a better-finished interior. All the bodywork was Bertone branded, including the double keys. Instead of the standard 4-cylinder engine, Bertone installed BMW's more spirited and fun 1,600 cc engine with 103 horsepower. This example was registered in January 1994 and retains its original registration plates and booklet, and the history is fully documented. It has only had 5 owners and has been part of the current owner's collection since 2018. In 2022 a full mechanical service was carried out which included greasing and various adjustments and a thorough body and interior detaling. This Freeclimber 2 is a 4-seater convertible and retains its removable rear cover. The car retains its first paint and an absolute level of originality. The kilometres indicated are 59,000 and from the state of preservation and documentation are original. The car has had 5 owners in all: 1st from 94 to 96 2nd from 96 to 99 3rd from 99 to 2010 4th 2010 to 2018 5th from 2018 to present It comes with all its original windows: we would like to point out that the driver's side windows are slightly damaged. Please note that the car is sold with the original replacement windows. The owner then put in a set of new Hankook Dynapro AT tires in 2022 and fitted new bespoke carpets. As fun as it is rare, this Freeclimber 2 is one of the most distinctive 4x4s ever made by Bertone. A vehicle for enthusiasts, it is perfect as a static and dynamic collector's item.