Porsche 911 S/T Puma Sneakers: The Ultimate Car-Themed Footwear

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【Summary】Porsche celebrates 60th anniversary of 911 sports car with new sneaker designs inspired by the 911 S/T and original 911 S. The lightweight 911 S/T features a naturally-aspirated flat-six engine and manual gearbox. The classic Puma Retro Sneaker pays homage to the 911 S 2.5 with its light blue exterior, retro-grille-bad hangtag design, and 56 starting number. Red-orange laces add a Gulf Oil livery look.

FutureCar Staff Sep 03, 2023 9:55 AM PT

Porsche 911 S/T Puma Sneakers: The Ultimate Car-Themed Footwear

Porsche is celebrating not only its 75th anniversary as a brand but also the 60th anniversary of the iconic 911 sports car. To commemorate this milestone, the German automaker has unveiled the Porsche 911 S/T, a special edition model. As part of the celebration, Porsche has also released two sneaker designs inspired by both the 911 S/T and the original 911 S.

The 911 S/T takes inspiration from the 1972 911 S and is known for being the lightest car in Porsche's lineup. It features a naturally-aspirated flat-six engine borrowed from the 911 GT3 RS, paired with a manual gearbox that offers shorter ratios and a single-mass flywheel. This combination results in an exhilarating driving experience.

Porsche Design has also paid homage to the classic 911 S 2.5 with the release of the Puma Retro Sneaker. The sneaker is designed to resemble the 911 S 2.5, featuring a light blue exterior, a retro-grille-bad hangtag design, and the iconic number 56 on the heel. This number represents the Porsche 911 that participated in GT racing in 1972. Although it didn't officially bear the S/T name at the time, it was the first to incorporate "S" special racing components. The sneaker's red-orange laces further enhance its resemblance to the famous Gulf Oil livery.