On fire for film and vehicle.
Proud Turin native, passionate YouTuber and enthusiastic Unimog fan: Stefano Bagnasacco is a great example of the passion within the Unimog community. Whether interviews with other fans of the mobile all-rounder, vlogs from meetings or historical footage – the film friend shares his joy of the Unimog with fans from all over the world.
The Unimog in Italy's automotive stronghold.
Stefano Bagnasacco is 49 years old and comes from Turin, Italy. His passion for photography and film is not just a hobby: He works full-time in the cinema. He dedicates his YouTube channel “Unimog Italy” entirely to the universal motorised machine. An intensive pastime, but one that fulfils him completely.
Stefano Bagnasacco's enthusiasm for off-road vehicles began in his early life: At the age of 18, he bought his first off-road vehicle. One day while on holiday, he saw an orange truck with a star on the radiator and was fascinated. This fascination continues to this day.
A dream comes true.
For Stefano Bagnasacco, one thing is clear: he needs his own Unimog. After more than two years of searching, the time has come: at over 40 years of age, the YouTuber buys his first commercial vehicle made in Germany – a Unimog U 401. The all-rounder on wheels was used as a snow blower in a mountain village, but after a long period of disuse, it has fallen into disrepair. A lost cause? Perhaps for others, but not for Stefano Bagnasacco.
The Italian truck aficionado dedicates himself to the power engine. His goal: to bring it back to its former glory. Stefano Bagnasacco remains true to himself – because his interest in off-road driving flows into his work: he is determined that the vehicle should be suitable for off-road use again.
His first, freshly restored Unimog will soon be followed by the next project: this time a model of the U 406 series. When asked about it, he says that every drive felt like travelling with an old friend, with whom he was always able to explore new paths and overcome obstacles.
