This fascinating machine shown here is a unique collaboration between Japanese multinational mobility manufacturer, Suzuki Motor Corporation alongside Italian industrial design company, Gruppo Bertone, and it’s the 1972 Suzuki Go by Bertone. In an effort to spark intrigue within Japan’s swiftly growing auto sector, particularly from Suzuki, Italy’s Bertone studio embarked on designing a radical new concept, a ground-breaking vehicle capable of operating both on land and water. At the heart of the Suzuki Go was a spirited 750cc three-cylinder motorcycle engine, delivering just enough punch to make this quirky creation come alive. What truly set it apart, however, was its unusual drivetrain, boasting five forward gears and five reverse gears, a setup as rare as it was intriguing. But the Go’s real charm lay in its eccentric versatility. Beyond its futuristic design and the innovative rear hatch that could be raised or lowered with the touch of a button from the driver’s seat, the Suzuki Go had a surprise up its sleeve, it could be outfitted with an outboard motor and seamlessly transition from a road-going curiosity into a fully functional watercraft! The Go was first introduced during the Brussels Motor Show in January 1972, and Marcello Gandini one of the most legendary and influential automotive designers of the 20th century, is the person responsible for it’s outlandish design. In this particular case, Gandini channeled his imaginative spirit into designing a bold and unconventional two-seater concept. The vehicle featured a streamlined, flat load deck in the rear, ending in a ramp-like tailgate that could be lowered using a pulley system ingeniously connected to the steering wheel. The bright green Go was a stripped-down, go-anywhere concept with no doors, windows, or windshield. Its minimalist seats were designed to let water and snow pass through, emphasizing utility and adventure over comfort. Have you ever seen such a contraption before in your whole life?
How many made: 1
Engine: 750cc three-cylinder
Debut: 1972 Brussels Motor Show
Top Speed: n/a
0-60mph: n/a
Photo Credit: @pablorivasbao
Research: @rarecarsonly
1972 Suzuki Go by Bertone
13.05.2025
Suzuki