What is an Isuzu Bellett?
The Isuzu Bellett was a small sloon car manufactured by Isuzu Motors Ltd.
in Japan from 1963 to 1973.
It was one of the most successful imports from Japan into Australia at that time.
Specification:
Engine: 4 cyl.
Capacity: 1471 cc
Power:
81 bhp
Transmission: 4 spd. man
Top Speed: 93 mph
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Isuzu Bellett
The bellett project started with a very shabby looking shell imported from Australia. With the organisers of the Goodwood Revival meeting keen to have such an unusual car on the entry list CSR had just seven weeks to perform the restoration.
Key points carried out by CSR on this project included:
- Renovate shell
- Rebuilt and modified suspension
- Installed rollcage
- Lightened where possible
- Engine and gearbox rebuilds
CSR run the car for the owner including, storing, transporting, preparing and servicing.
Isuzu Bellett Restoration in Pictures
The Bellett as it arrived from Australia
The stripped shell with floor panels being replaced
Repaired shell with rollcage fitted
Suspension parts stripped ready for renovation
Shell being prepared for painting
Painted shell ready for reassembly
Refurbished engine is reinstalled
Rebuilt rear suspension
Nearing completion
