A dream of Bertone's new way of looking at the automobile
ForgottenONES - If only we could turn back the time, and as automotive enthusiasts who like unique vehicle looks, we intend to go back to 1998, to be precise, to the Geneva Motor Show which was held in that year. What do you want to see there? It was at the exhibition that it was shown for the first time the Pickster touted as a dream, a provocation, pure undoubtedly of Bertone for its innovative spirit, and a new way of looking at the automobile.
The Pickster touted as a dream, a provocation, pure undoubtedly of Bertone for its innovative spirit, and a new way of looking at the automobile. (Picture from: Autoweek)
In appearance, this concept vehicle has an appearance that carries a hybrid design, namely a half of coupé saloon and pickup. As you can see, from the front, the Pickster looks like a charming C-segment saloon with narrow headlights is full of aggressiveness, and the radiator grille, after a deeper analysis, resembles characteristic BMW kidneys.
The Pickster was designed by Luciano D'Ambrosio in 1997, and presented for the first time on Bertone booth at the 1998 Geneva Motor Show. (Picture from: Motor1)
Moving on, we can see high-placed side mirrors and a little awkward creases on the sides. Only two people could fit in the short cabin, because the rest of the body was occupied by the cargo space, finished with a spectacular spoiler with interestingly arranged rear lights. Its dimensions are imposing: 480 cm long, an
impressive 197 cm wide and 136 cm high. Its yellow paintwork underlines
its originality.
The Pickster looks like a charming C-segment saloon with narrow headlights is full of aggressiveness, and the radiator grille, after a deeper analysis, resembles characteristic BMW kidneys. (Picture from: CarStyling.ru)
It could be said that's highly imaginative result presents an extreme design with complex surfaces wrapping the wings in a muscular sheath. An aggressive streamlined frontal view gives it an edgy, sporty feel. The tail features a loading space characterised by ground-breaking intuition, thanks to the spoiler which closes off the space and also performs an aerodynamic function.
The Bertone Pickster's interior reflects design creativity and all the work which went into the fittings, and once more show the car's originality with blue-colored leather and aluminium trims. (Picture from: CarStyling.ru)
As mentioned above, it presented for the first time on Bertone booth at the 1998 Geneva Motor Show, the Pickster was designed by Luciano D'Ambrosio in 1997. This car is said to be inspired by El Camino, a similar vehicle made by the American manufacturer Chevrolet. As the base, it used was that of the BMW 528, featuring rear suspensions which occupy little space and are perfect for the development of a pick-up.
On the dashboard the instrumentation is towards the top, with the addition of the screen of the Magneti Marelli navigation system. (Picture from: CarStyling.ru)
It also said that the concept car created in only three months was also thanks to the availability of complete mechanical components, all BMW-produced starting from the engine, a six-cylinder 24 valve 3.2-liter with an output of 320 hp. And lastly the big 21-inches wheels, with Michelin PAX tyres which will go the distance even with a puncture.
The Bertone Pickster powered by a six-cylinder 24 valve 3.2-liter BMW 528' engine with an output of 320 hp. (Picture from: CarStyling.ru)
The interiors reflect design creativity and all the work which went into the fittings, and once more show the car's originality: leather and aluminium trims, seats with small, fixed cushions but adjustable seat-backs. On the dashboard the instrumentation is towards the top, with the addition of the screen of the Magneti Marelli navigation system.
The Bertone Pickster concept vehicle has an appearance that carries a hybrid design, namely a half of coupé saloon and pickup. (Picture from: 6SpeedOnLine)
However, there was something odd about its appearance at the 1998 Geneva Motor Show because cars with designs like this were usually not very popular in Europe. Although the design of the vehicle brought by the Pickster is said to be a blending idea of the very American concept of the pick-up with the spirit of European GT.
The Bertone Pickster dimensions are imposing about 480 cm long, 197 cm wide and 136 cm high under yellow paintwork underlines its originality. (Picture from: CarStyling.ru)
And usually this design concept is likely to succeed in America or other parts of the world such Australia, etc which are very dependent on pickup or truck type vehicles. So it's no wonder, if after the exhibition the Pickster by Bertone has not moved from its position as a prototype without ever entering the production line.
After Bertone declared bankruptcy in 2014, there was an auction of company assets. Among the items sold was the historical Carrozzeria Bertone Collection, made up of 79 items, including this Pickster concept. All-those collections were purchased at the auction by the Automotoclub Storico Italiano and is on display at the Volando Museum, conveniently located at Milan’s Malpensa Airport. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MOTOR1 | 6SPPEDONLINE | AUTOKULT.PL | GTPLANET | CARSTYLING.RU | AUTOWEEK ]
After Bertone declared bankruptcy in 2014, there was an auction of company assets. Among the items sold was the historical Carrozzeria Bertone Collection, made up of 79 items, including this Pickster concept. All-those collections were purchased at the auction by the Automotoclub Storico Italiano and is on display at the Volando Museum, conveniently located at Milan’s Malpensa Airport. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MOTOR1 | 6SPPEDONLINE | AUTOKULT.PL | GTPLANET | CARSTYLING.RU | AUTOWEEK ]
