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Porsche at the 30th anniversary of the Goodwood Festival of Speed debuted the Porsche Vision 357 Speedster. The new concept car shown on the grounds of the Duke of Richmond in West Sussex is a variant of the closed Porsche Vision 357, that the sports car manufacturer used to launch its 48th anniversary observances earlier this year.
“The Porsche Vision 357 is a nod to the first Porsche model line, Ferry Porsche’s dream sports car. And since the 356 has burned itself into the collective brand memory as both a convertible and a coupé, the same logic applies to the concept car: there can only be two,” said Michael Mauer, Vice President Style Porsche. “The Porsche Vision 357 Speedster embodies the essence of the brand. Driving pleasure and driving dynamics combined with an extremely purist form. As with the Mission X that we presented just a few weeks ago, this model demonstrates that even with fresh design genes, the Porsche DNA shines through.”
The nod to the 356 is in passing since the all-electric Porsche Vision 357 Speedster is based on the 718 GT4 e-Performance. The electric motors and battery technology come from the Mission R and the chassis from the 718 GT4 Clubsport. Following its world premiere at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, the design study will be on display at this year’s Rennsport Reunion in the USA at the end of September. AutoInformed bets the production version will be announced at the Frankfurt Motor Show, now called IAA MOBILITY 2023, in Munich this September.
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The two-color concept with the two grey tones Marble Grey and Grivelo Grey Metallic is said to be inspired by historic motorsport forerunners, such as the front fenders used to protect against flying rocks in race scenarios and the front wings, which have the darker Metallic color. The front wheels are painted in Grivelo Grey Metallic, complemented by contrasts in Miami Blue, for example on the quick-release mechanisms on the wrap-around front bonnet.
The anniversary logo with the large “75” and the two years “1948” and “2023” have Grivelo Grey Metallic and Miami Blue – a new alternative to the decorative elements of the coupé Vision 357, where red was used as an additional color. Above this are comic-style unicorns in front of the rear wheels. The mythical creature was drawn specifically for the concept car by Porsche designers, who also did the “Speedster” logo. Cameras replace exterior mirrors. As in older Porsche models, they are not positioned on the doors, but further forward on the fenders. In the open-top 357, they have a new, aerodynamically optimized shape reminiscent, perhaps, of wings.
Other details of the exterior design are from its sister concept car: the four-point light signet on the front has a round design similar to the Porsche 356. The rear lights sit behind a patterned array of points milled in the body itself. Another nod to the first Porsche model line is the vertical grille pattern in the rear. The third brake light is integrated in the grille design. The 20-inch wheels are made of magnesium and are equipped with carbon fiber hubcaps and central locks. Visually, they also recall a legendary Porsche wheel: the 356 A and 356 B with drum brakes had rims with the large bolt circle of 205 millimeters.
Interior
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The interior is condensed to the essential and focused on the driver. The CFRP seat shell is integrated in the monocoque. The driver sits on Racetex-covered pads and held in place by six-point seat belt with a Miami Blue belt strap. The instrument cluster sits atop the steering column as a transparent surface. Individual controls, meanwhile, revisit the accent color Miami Blue from the exterior.
The entire dashboard is in a carbon-weave finish. As an alternative to a conventional glove compartment, Miami Blue straps in the upper right section can be used to secure accessories. Simple fabric straps replace conventional door handles. This detail from the older racing environment saves weight.
First Look – Electric Porsche Vision 357 Speedster
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Porsche at the 30th anniversary of the Goodwood Festival of Speed debuted the Porsche Vision 357 Speedster. The new concept car shown on the grounds of the Duke of Richmond in West Sussex is a variant of the closed Porsche Vision 357, that the sports car manufacturer used to launch its 48th anniversary observances earlier this year.
“The Porsche Vision 357 is a nod to the first Porsche model line, Ferry Porsche’s dream sports car. And since the 356 has burned itself into the collective brand memory as both a convertible and a coupé, the same logic applies to the concept car: there can only be two,” said Michael Mauer, Vice President Style Porsche. “The Porsche Vision 357 Speedster embodies the essence of the brand. Driving pleasure and driving dynamics combined with an extremely purist form. As with the Mission X that we presented just a few weeks ago, this model demonstrates that even with fresh design genes, the Porsche DNA shines through.”
The nod to the 356 is in passing since the all-electric Porsche Vision 357 Speedster is based on the 718 GT4 e-Performance. The electric motors and battery technology come from the Mission R and the chassis from the 718 GT4 Clubsport. Following its world premiere at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, the design study will be on display at this year’s Rennsport Reunion in the USA at the end of September. AutoInformed bets the production version will be announced at the Frankfurt Motor Show, now called IAA MOBILITY 2023, in Munich this September.
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The two-color concept with the two grey tones Marble Grey and Grivelo Grey Metallic is said to be inspired by historic motorsport forerunners, such as the front fenders used to protect against flying rocks in race scenarios and the front wings, which have the darker Metallic color. The front wheels are painted in Grivelo Grey Metallic, complemented by contrasts in Miami Blue, for example on the quick-release mechanisms on the wrap-around front bonnet.
The anniversary logo with the large “75” and the two years “1948” and “2023” have Grivelo Grey Metallic and Miami Blue – a new alternative to the decorative elements of the coupé Vision 357, where red was used as an additional color. Above this are comic-style unicorns in front of the rear wheels. The mythical creature was drawn specifically for the concept car by Porsche designers, who also did the “Speedster” logo. Cameras replace exterior mirrors. As in older Porsche models, they are not positioned on the doors, but further forward on the fenders. In the open-top 357, they have a new, aerodynamically optimized shape reminiscent, perhaps, of wings.
Other details of the exterior design are from its sister concept car: the four-point light signet on the front has a round design similar to the Porsche 356. The rear lights sit behind a patterned array of points milled in the body itself. Another nod to the first Porsche model line is the vertical grille pattern in the rear. The third brake light is integrated in the grille design. The 20-inch wheels are made of magnesium and are equipped with carbon fiber hubcaps and central locks. Visually, they also recall a legendary Porsche wheel: the 356 A and 356 B with drum brakes had rims with the large bolt circle of 205 millimeters.
Interior
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The interior is condensed to the essential and focused on the driver. The CFRP seat shell is integrated in the monocoque. The driver sits on Racetex-covered pads and held in place by six-point seat belt with a Miami Blue belt strap. The instrument cluster sits atop the steering column as a transparent surface. Individual controls, meanwhile, revisit the accent color Miami Blue from the exterior.
The entire dashboard is in a carbon-weave finish. As an alternative to a conventional glove compartment, Miami Blue straps in the upper right section can be used to secure accessories. Simple fabric straps replace conventional door handles. This detail from the older racing environment saves weight.