The Fiat 642 Bartoletti was a custom built race car transporter used primarily by Scuderia Ferrari and Scuderia Maserati in the 1950-60s.
Bartoletti, an Italian coachbuilder, modified Fiat 642 RN2 Alpine bus chassis into these specialized transporters, capable of carrying up tp 3 race cars, tools, and crew members.
Key aspects of the Fiat 642 Bartoletti:
Purpose: Designed to transport race cars to and from European circuits, serving as a mobile workshop and crew quarters.
Chassis: Built on the Fiat 642 RN2 Alpine bus chassis.
Coachbuilder: Carrozzeria Bartoletti, a specialist in building coaches for sports teams.
Features: Could carry multiple race cars, had a built-in workshop, crew space, and even a fold-out bed for the mechanics.
Notable Users: Primarily used by Ferrari and Maserati racing teams.
Historical Significance: These transporters are now highly regarded and sought after by collectors.
Restoration: Some examples have been meticulously restored to their original glory.
Film Appearances: One specific Bartoletti transporter was featured in the Steve McQueen movie "Le Mans".
please note only the transporter is for sale.
The Fiat 642 Bartoletti was a custom built race car transporter used primarily by Scuderia Ferrari and Scuderia Maserati in the 1950-60s.
Bartoletti, an Italian coachbuilder, modified Fiat 642 RN2 Alpine bus chassis into these specialized transporters, capable of carrying up tp 3 race cars, tools, and crew members.
Key aspects of the Fiat 642 Bartoletti:
Purpose: Designed to transport race cars to and from European circuits, serving as a mobile workshop and crew quarters.
Chassis: Built on the Fiat 642 RN2 Alpine bus chassis.
Coachbuilder: Carrozzeria Bartoletti, a specialist in building coaches for sports teams.
Features: Could carry multiple race cars, had a built-in workshop, crew space, and even a fold-out bed for the mechanics.
Notable Users: Primarily used by Ferrari and Maserati racing teams.
Historical Significance: These transporters are now highly regarded and sought after by collectors.
Restoration: Some examples have been meticulously restored to their original glory.
Film Appearances: One specific Bartoletti transporter was featured in the Steve McQueen movie "Le Mans".
please note only the transporter is for sale.
