You might not be able to afford the car, but you can buy the sneakers. Although most people who manage to grab a pair of these limited-edition sneakers probably also have the car.
Anyway, Porsche is marking the 50th anniversary of the 911 Turbo with a series of 12 different sneaker designs from clothing partner Puma, limited to 911 units per model.
Two models have a specific connection to historic Porsche models. The design of the “Turbo No.1” sneaker is based on the Porsche that was presented to Louise Piëch on her 70th birthday, while the design of the “Turbo 930” sneaker was developed in honour of Dr Ferry Porsche's Turbo vehicle from 1976. Louise and Ferry were the daughter and son of Ferdinand Porsche.
The Turbo No.1 sneaker comes in full-grain leather metallic silver. Inside, shoes feature the red-and-blue tartan pattern of the interior of the first 911 Turbo model.
Turbo 930 is nubuck leather, in Oak Green Metallic. The inner lining is also designed in the green tartan pattern of Dr. Ferry Porsche's Turbo.
Vintage turbo lettering on the outside and a subtle Porsche logo feature on all versions. The heel section picks up on the characteristic “whale fin” of the rear spoiler and the vehicle's horizontal red tail lights. The heel also features a tonal Porsche Crest in 3D print.
The front of the lacing is adorned with a removable plaque with 50th anniversary lettering. The brand-new motorsport-inspired Puma Road Rider sneaker silhouette was chosen for all models.
Ten more Porsche sneaker designs for different countries
Additionally, 10 exclusive market editions are being launched. Each are inspired by a specific Porsche 911 Turbo car from a selected market around the world, and exclusively available in the respective market in a limited edition run of only 911 sneakers each.
Sorry, no New Zealand version. The markets are Germany, France, Poland, the Netherlands, the UK, Japan, Singapore, Taiwan, the U.S. and Canada. All have chosen one of 30 available exterior colours from the original Porsche colour charts from 1975 to 1977.
The 50th anniversary Porsche 911 Turbo limited sneaker editions Turbo No.1 and Turbo 930 are available for 169 Euro (NZ$302) at Porsche's online shop and in the Porsche Museum Shop in Stuttgart, Germany (you know, if you happen to be passing).
Customers will receive the limited-edition sneaker together with an additional set of black laces. An exclusive black Porsche Puma sports bag with zipper and adjustable shoulder strap serves as packaging.
