Surprise at Porsche, here is the gorgeous and futuristic 75th birthday roadster!
A roadster, only one that is valid for 75 (years). At home Porsche it’s time to party; But in Stuttgart one never relaxes, not even when one gathers around a cake in the center of the myth and blows out the candles automaker Founded by the eponymous Ferry, the steps for the future of both brand name that of the whole Drive. Ultimately, it’s one of the most unique legacies that theautomobile has ever had the honor of experimenting, and in this way it wants to honor the anniversary of the presentation of its first product, rather than celebrate it automobile through a unique that speaks at the same time of traditions and visions; but in the truest sense of the word. In the last few days, therefore, in the beautiful landscape of the Goodwood Festival of Speed The surprise announced by Porsche in early 2023 was shown to the public for the first time debut From Vision 357 Speedster!
Tradition, future and love: the perfect and essential recipe of the unique Porsche Vision 357 Speedster
The latest edition of the Goodwood Festival of Speed seems to have amused those in attendance and all motor enthusiasts. More than for the race itself and for the high speeds reached by the wonderful cars that took part in the event, an event that is nothing short of historic; The attention and eyes of the public were primarily focused on the exclusive innovations that were presented for the first time in Goodwood.
Surprises that see big names, from Ferrari to Aston Martin, finally arrive at Porsche. Yes, “mainly” because more than any other, this German brand had a real reason to celebrate in 2023, and in style; as he is used to doing on the other hand, and as on the other hand he did it on this occasion.
In fact, this year marks the 75th anniversary of the presentation of the first car to bear the Ferry Porsche logo, the Porsche 356 Roadster #1. And it’s not all that strange when you see which car gave the Stuttgart brand the real dominance that this signature still wields throughout the industry today.
In fact, more than any other four-wheeler manufacturer, Porche has managed to mark its continuous evolution on a subject that has always been dear to the hearts of all motorists. That means tradition, and in this case there is a lot of tradition.
And even when it comes to making cars that have absolutely nothing to do with the current car concept, the brand manages not to get off the rails on which it has always walked, or rather, run away. And with this Vision 357 Speedster, Porsche has shown what it wants to be, or even better, want to be in the years to come.
This way, any false evolutionary (bad) thought you want to force upon the automotive industry is denied. No risky turns, no strides longer than the leg, as they say; But a development that has been well thought out down to the smallest detail and is able to advance the discourse of the pure automobile.
And although it is a one-off, a car dedicated to the complete distortion of the classic rules, the Porsche mindset always remains the same; So the “right one”! Only for an evolution of the automobile that does not deny its own traditions and, above all, does not deny the connection with motor enthusiasts and all motorists.
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A unique, even revolutionary, but at the same time alternative approach. So we’re trying to write a new future
At the beginning of the year, as already mentioned, Porsche introduced the Vision 357; a roof-equipped prototype that in turn wanted to pay homage to the first 356 roadster and the 75 years since its debut. A dialogue that continues after seven months with the presentation of the Vision 357 Speedster. The differences between the two prototypes are not only the roof, the second has no roof; but also and above all in the technical part, more precisely in the engine. But let’s go step by step…
What makes this one-of-a-kind item not only unique but also special is an aesthetic that repeatedly plays with design style elements that oscillate between classic and modern. Indeed, to distinguish the Speedster in question, we think of the tonneau cover on the passenger side and the paintwork with different colors than the January prototype.
And then again, large 20-inch single-nut magnesium rims, very special “invisible” beams of light that only appear when questioned, the absence of rear-view mirrors, these have been replaced by high-definition cameras.
For the interior a lowered seat made of carbon fiber shell reinforced with plastic materials; In addition, a minimalist style has been given to the entire passenger compartment, characterized by the extensive use of carbon fibre, a material that covers the entire dashboard. Of particular note is the completely invisible cockpit.
The engine of this one-off is also something special. In fact, it’s a Speedster derived from the 718 GT4 Clubsport with which it shares the chassis, featuring the same electric motors and batteries as the Mission R. We are therefore talking about over 1,000 hp of maximum power and an acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, which can be reached in less than 3 seconds.
“The Porsche Vision 357 – says Michael Mauer, Vice President Style Porsche – is a nod to the first Porsche model series, founder Ferry’s dream sports car. And since the 356 has entered the brand’s collective memory as both a cabriolet and a coupe, the same logic applies to the concept car: there can only be two of them. The Vision 357 Speedster – continues Mauer – embodies the essence of the brand. Driving pleasure and driving dynamics paired with an extremely puristic shape. As with the mission