Rolls-Royce, Lamborghini, and Porsche-inspired wine bottles come with a stunning metal ‘chassis’

With a metal exoskeletal framework around each glass bottle, these luxury-car-branded wine bottles are about as precious as their automotive counterparts. The bottles pay homage to four iconic car brands – Rolls-Royce, Ferrari, Lamborghini, and Porsche, with a design that embodies the crème de la crème personality of each brand.

Designer: Taron

The designs are courtesy Shenzhen-based artist and designer by the name of Taron, who relied on parametric modeling to create each unique bottle with its signature outer skeleton. Almost resembling the metallic chassis seen in most cars, these wine bottles come with a frame that feels organic and living, elevating the wine bottle from mundane to legendary.

The four iconic brands each come with their own style. The Rolls-Royce bottle is broad and isn’t afraid to occupy the space it does. The Ferrari bottle, on the other hand, is sleek and looks like it could cut through air. You’ve got a Lamborghini bottle above that uses facets and aggressive details to pay tribute to its automobiles, and a Porsche bottle below, with an exoskeleton covering a signature 911-inspired yellow body.

The luxury-car-inspired wine bottles are quite similar to Ross Lovegrove’s perfume bottles designed in collaboration with F1 back in 2019. These wine bottles rely on 3D-printing for their outer armatures too, while the glass bottle slides comfortably into the hollow chassis and is locked in place with a base and a cap. Sadly though, these bottles are conceptual, although I’d love me some Rolls-Royce rosé!

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Porsche 924 Safari Special by Vagabund Moto is geared for off-roading escapades

Vagabund Moto has been sculpting some impressive builds lately in their creative shop. Most of them are bikes, but one of their major projects recently has been the custom safari kit for the Porsche 924 S/944. Made in collaboration with NINE ELEVEN OUTLAW and DakarGarage, the custom kit promises to offer a unique off-roading experience.

According to the Austria-based custom automotive studio, the first batch of the safari kit sold like hot pancakes, and they again got back to Tom Boder’s outfit to build a one-off Porsche 924 Safari Special to have the bragging rights.

Designer: Moto Vagabund, NINE ELEVEN OUTLAW and DakarGarage

The initial inspiration for this build came from the rising popularity of the East African Safari rally showcasing the Porsche 911 in the classic 1978 Martini livery. Coming from the minds of three ace automotive outfits in their own respective crafts, the 924 Safari Special gets a slew of superficial and mechanical hardware upgrades to make the powerful V8-powered donor a capable dirt road machine.

Cosmetic changes come in the form of a lift kit, complete black steel rims (available in optional gold hue) in off-roading tires and a perforated skid plate. The custom shop fits the classic Porsche with a custom roof rack accommodating a spare tire and crushproof Pelican gear case to get that decisive rally car character. There are HELLA Rallye 1000 lights replacing the stock pair, given this capable Porsche will take on the roughest of roads, the most difficult terrain, and the harshest weather conditions.

The interior modifications on the 924 Safari Special include a three-arm Sparco steering wheel, Terratrip rally computer and a short-throw gear shifter. The monochrome livery on the custom off-roader is a nod to the Vagabund’s signature styling coming in the form of a checkered pattern for the seats. The theme continues to the pearl white exterior color contrasted by the red and gray accents, Vagabund logos and white script on the sides.

Given the exclusivity of Vagabund Moto x NINE ELEVEN OUTLAW x DakarGarage Porsche 924 Safari Special, it is priced at €35,000 (approximately $37,688). Perhaps, the ideal four-wheeler for a Porsche classic car fan who likes to get their wheels dirty.

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Y2K era-inspired Nebula 928 art car dazzles in purple hue and definitive retro-futuristic aura

Daniel Arsham is an imaginative purist when it comes to abstract designs sans any boundaries for disciplinary segmentation. His exploits in the automotive segment need no introduction, right from Lewis Hamilton’s mesmerizing helmet for the Monaco GP 2023 to the 356 Bonsai art car inspired by the Japanese aesthetic concept Wabi Sabi.

On the other end of the spectrum is Khyzyl Saleem who lurks on the digital ideation of vehicles to have garnered profound attention of the automotive design world more times than you would presume.

Designer: Daniel Arsham and Khyzyl Saleem

The two creative beasts have joined forces with Porsche, a heavyweight of the automotive world to come up with this peppy revamp of the Porsche 928 luxury grand tourer. This off-beat car back in those times was Porsche’s first production model fitted with a growling V8 engine. Apparently, it is the sole coupe with a powertrain fitted at the front end, making it a rare four-wheeler by the German automotive marque. Now the nostalgia of the V8 returns in the shape of a Y2K-style art car which they call Nebula 928.

Porsche’s V8 wedge mostly seen in malaise brown categorically doesn’t tingle my buds given the off-position headlights and the stretched windows behind the B pillar, still, this reimagined version reinstates a semblance of magnetism. Now those meek eyes complement the flowing silhouette of the 928, and the Violet Blue Metallic paint job lends it a peculiar sci-fi character of the 2000s. The eccentric wheels add an element of fashion statement millennials will appreciate for the aesthetic value.

Khyzyl has racked up the overall look drawing inspiration from the organic meta-ball shapes. The CGI artist helped Arsham redesign the aesthetics of the rear wing, bumpers and lights for a completely new identity that I love. The rear bumper glows with the NEBULA typeface, while the triple intakes with one central one surrounded by two small ones bring a sense of depth to the design. Arsham’s studio logo is present throughout the exterior and also the interiors in the form of custom print.

Coming on to the inside, the bold look continues to the cockpit with a slightly darker hue of purple attire in Ultrasuede and leather finish. The contrasting element comes in the form of an aluminum steering wheel and gear shifter knob. To blend the elements of past, present and future, the creative minds drape the interiors in BYBORRE woven fabric inserts. Of course, the tell-tale time-traveling vibe of Daniel’s signature style is evident in this automotive sculpture.

To the delight of motorheads, the NEBULA 928 will be on show for the Porsche X space at the SXSW event from March 10-19 in Austin, Texas.

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Porsche designs Airstream travel trailer that’s more aerodynamic, has lower suspension and a pop-up roof

Airstream is distinguishable by its finest aluminum travel trailers. Remaining true to its design DNA and to align with the altering RV landscape, Airstream and Studio F.A. Porsche have together designed an Airstream coach with refined aerodynamics, a pop-up roof for increased headroom, and a lowered suspension to permit city dwellers to park the RV in their residential garages.

Airstream has been an innovative RV manufacturer, but this Porsche-designed next-gen Airstream trailer is far from what the former has managed through the years. A result of “what if” collaboration between the two design stalwarts, the concept may be starkly different but it deviates ever so little from Airstream’s signature riveted aluminum look.

Designer: Airstream x Porsche

Fashioned ideally in photorealistic renderings, a 1/3 scale model of the aerodynamically envisioned Airstream of the future is available on display at the ongoing South by Southwest Conference and Festival in Austin, TX. The airstream features an aerodynamic shape with the front improved for airflow, while its flush underside design ensures reduced drag-creating projection.

A first-of-its-type Airstream trailer with a lowered suspension, this Porsche design is more optimized for towing with electric vehicles. The design allows several things to be tucked into the 10-inch space below that trailer’s floor. So, you get water tanks, heating components, spare wheel, and Lithium-ion battery all tucked in there to save you space onboard.

Onboard, the pop-up roof creates more headroom when camped and the rear seating area can quickly transform into working or dining space. It can also be converted into an 82″ x 61″ sleeping area for when the night falls. This versatile living area can be opened into the outdoors with the rear openable hatch, that with attached awnings, create a shady space to relax or plan the next adventure.

Within the luxuriously designed trailer is a wet bathroom featuring a swing door that hides the toilet within. The galley has a hinged-up counter that extends up to the main entrance, creating a sizable L-shaped workspace akin to most spacious travel trailers. With its wholesome design and provision to integrate rooftop solar panels, the battery-equipped Porsche x Airstream travel trailer is ideal for adventures within the city limits and off the grid.

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Next-gen RUF CTR concept looks like the ‘Yellowbird’ with a new badass attitude

Once holding the mantle for the fastest production car in the world with a top speed of 211 mph at the time, it’s been a hot minute since we’ve seen the automotive enthusiasts at RUF push anything out. Taking matters into their own hands, designer Protohvpe created a next-generation RUF CTR for the 2030s, with an aesthetic that bids adieu to the overtly Porsche-leaning style of RUF’s previous cars. This new-age CTR has the body of a Porsche 911, but not the identity of one. Instead, it adopts its own attitude, with large black eyes that look like they’re wearing war-paint, a flat-panel front that hints at an electric powertrain, and an aesthetic that Protohvpe describes as “Clean, low, wide, and iconic.”

Designer: Protohvpe

Given the fact that this automobile was envisioned for a distant future, seven full years from now, it really doesn’t base itself on an existing Porsche. It has all the traits of a 911, but there’s some distinctly different details there too, all the way down from the bumper to the hood, rear fender, and even the spoiler. Protohvpe’s biggest focus was to keep the design traditional-yet-futuristic, with minimalism being a strong trait running throughout.

In fact, so bare-basic is the next-gen CTR that it lacks appropriate housing for the headlights and taillights, opting for a bare-bones approach instead. Admittedly, it does give the car its discernible glare – a deviation from the friendly rounded headlights seen on almost all of RUF’s custom builds.

Given that this variant of the RUF CTR is just a fan-made concept, we’ve got just the outer aesthetics to work with. Protohvpe hasn’t released any images of what the interiors look like, and there definitely aren’t any performance specs since this is a speculative aesthetic exercise. That said, there’s definitely something that RUF can work with here. This new CRT looks like it means business, and just like its moniker, has a ‘rough’ attitude too!

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Special Edition Porsche Vision 357 is a modern interpretation of brand’s first sports car

Porsche has completed 75 years of passionate car making, and they’re celebrating in style with the Vision 357 concept. This special edition coupe is a nod to the iconic 356 Roadster, Porsche’s first-ever sports car that arrived in June 1948. The celebration model adopts its sloping flyline, broad shoulders and aero coverings.

The two-seater performance car is a self-birthday present imbibing the nostalgia of the 356 coupe DNA – fusing the past, present and future. As Michael Mauer, Vice President Style Porsche pictured the concept to “feature proportions that are reminiscent of its historical archetype and details that visualize the outlook for the future.”

Designer: Porsche

This eye candy roadster is created on the Italian automaker’s 718 Cayman GT4 RS technology platform, boasting a horsepower of 493 thanks to the 4.0-liter flat-six engine. Gone are the door handles concealed behind the rear side glass for a sleeker look. So, how is the driver kept aware of things in the rear? Well, that’s taken care of by the embedded cameras. The signature GT4 RS origin is hinted at by the rear quarter-window intakes, feeding fresh air to the engine. 911 GT3 R elements are also apparent in the small splitters supported by cables and vents at the trailing edge of those 21-inch magnesium wheels.

Porsche chose to encapsulate the windshield around the A-pillars for a unique three-window element fused into one – just like a helmet visor. This reminds me of the brand’s Mission R EV race-car concept introduced back in 2021. Circuit racing personality is visually present in the form of “75” number decals on the door and hood, and “357” stickers on the front fenders and rear fascia. There are “Air” decals, and arrows pointing to the inlets and air intakes which are unique in their own rights. The roadster adorns dual-tone Ice Grey Metallic and Grivola Grey Metallic hues which are inspired by the factory shades of the 1950s.

The elements that hint towards its core concept DNA are the rounded headlight motifs and the subtle rear lights. All this leads me to believe it’s not going to be a production version anytime soon and only be restricted to being an eye-candy racer. Passionate Porsche fans can see the Vision 357 concept at a special exhibit in Berlin until mid-February, and later on at international automotive events later this year.

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Electric Porsche 911 concept looks pretty in panoramic glass windshield + headlights staring straight into the eye

Porsche’s vision of electromobility has already kicked off with the all-electric Taycan, and in the near future, 100% electrification trend is going to trickle down to other models too.

Mission E all-electric concept is the German marque’s stallion in works for the future, and there’s a rumor in the air about an electric Porsche 911 in works behind closed doors. So, what’s an all-electric 911 going to be like? This 911 concept designed by an artist clears up the haze, and I’m already going bonkers over it.

Designer: Nicolas Vigier

Electric 911 will set the precedence for the rise of performance sports coupes before the end of the decade, and I wish it should look more or less like these renders. I can’t imagine a Porsche 911 without those sexy curves, a familiar trait of countless sharp-looking electric concept cars. This two-seater Porsche 911 coupe has a modern persona without giving up on the classic design language. Nicolas adopts a fresh approach in penning the basic skeletal and design aesthetics by incorporating organic shapes for contrasting appeal.

The body shape is divided into two parts – the top one denoting the organic surface sculpture and the bottom representing the modern gadget shapes. The level of detail follows down to the wheel arches adopted from the 930 and a glass cabin inspired by military aircraft fighters. That front section is an aggressive nod to the Porsche 356 and the tube-shaped headlights (ditching the classic big round aesthetic) create the visual connection. Underneath are two air intakes to cool down the brakes and swappable battery by circulating air optimally because this damsel will be pushed to the limits.

Rear section is shorter than average, taking cues from the classic coke bottle design as explained by Nicolas. This exposes the Porsche 911 Concept’s rear wheels for a more aggressive stance in hot pursuits. That panoramic glass cabin extending to the rear is inspired by Targa, and the engine cover bears a classic 356 look.

To achieve a balance of modern and classic design without overemphasizing either is what makes this concept rendering special. F0r an electric concept that borrows its branding from a cult favorite is never going to be easy, but Nicolas manages the feat. Kudos!

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This ‘cyberpunk’ Porsche EV coupe concept looks absolutely gorgeous

I’d use the term ‘unreal’ to describe the Porsche 928 E, but you’d wonder whether I was being literal or figurative. Meet the 928 E concept, a punkish EV inspired by classics like the DeLorean, but with a distinct Porsche DNA. Look at the silhouette and it looks pretty much like a part of the 928 family, with a rear curve that’s unmistakably Porsche. The only real deviation in trends can be seen in the front, with the slim headlights that feel like a break in tradition, and the uniquely cyberpunkish colorway featuring a metal body with a single black band running across from the front to the top and over to the back.

Designer: Youngjai Jun

The Porsche 928 E was created as a design exercise to see how merging Porsche’s aesthetic with the cyberpunk theme would turn out. The results are a surprisingly harmonious combination of visual languages, although some would argue that the Porsche character gets diluted a slight bit. My main bone of contention is with those headlights, which feel a little too similar to an IONIQ than a Porsche. That being said, it would be a little bit of a stretch, but I do see a little Taycan in those headlights. The one reason why that would make some semblance of sense is because just like the Taycan, the 928 E runs on an electric powertrain.

The car’s quite interesting to look at, if I don’t say so myself. Designed to look unusually eye-catching, it sports a black band running laterally, which explains the black-tinted windshield and rear shield too. To maintain the illusion of the black band, however, the car has no windows whatsoever. Clearly designed with a creative license, the doors are a single piece, with no handles, rear-view mirrors, or even windows. They merge perfectly into the car’s curvaceous body, sitting completely flush against it to create a wonderful sense of continuity – a continuity that feels even more enjoyable given the lack of windows.  I’ll be honest, I love the rear too, especially the glaring red Porsche logo that integrates with the 928 E’s taillights.

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This Porsche inspired speedboat is an amphibious 911 for automotive collectors

The Porsche 911 has stamped its authority on the roads all these years with the unique design and power to keep fans interested. So, what more could that Porsche 911 cabriolet be? A speedboat riding the waters in that sublime Porsche style, perhaps!

This Amphibious 911 is a Craig Craft 168 Boss up and nicknamed the Porsche Boat. The speedboat is up on Bring A Trailer for auction and given its appeal, the ride could go for a high price tag.

Designer: Bring A Trailer 

You could call this a speedboat with Porsche skin as everything is not related to the iconic car in any way. That’s because it is powered by a GM-sourced 4.3-liter V6 engine, and hooked to a Berkley jet drive unit (with hydraulically-actuated reverse bucket) capable of forward and reverse propulsion. The twin Bosch round headlights are raised above the bow and elements like the mirrors, windscreen and curvaceous lines replicate the brand’s appeal. The badging and logos on the outside and inside also instill faith in its Porsche origin.

The fiberglass hull is clad in black and yellow color for a classic German automotive influence, and is well complimented by the matching interior. On the inside, this four-seater speedboat gets a premium stereo system, ski pylon, bucket seats and front storage for stashing up your essentials on a long water drive. That 80 mph speedometer, tachometer and gauges further add the element of nostalgia. Without a semblance of doubt, fat-pocketed buyers who already own the black 964 or 993-generation 911 cabriolet will want to get this home.

According to the listing the boat was stored for over 27 years, and last year got a V6 engine replacement. The seller also claims the Porsche Boat has been only used for cruising for around three hours. That includes the run time when it was with the previous owner. So, practically speaking, this speedboat is as good as new in that sense. At the time of writing, the bid has reached up to $21,500, and it’ll be interesting to see how much more it finally auctions for.

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Porsche-inspired automotive designs that exhibit ingenious design, artistry + killer speed

Companies like Porsche, Lamborghini, Bugatti have reached iconic status when it comes to luxury Automotives! Their cars are specimens of ingenious design backed by menacing speed. However, there’s something about the Porsche automobiles that gets my heart thumping just a little more. Porsche cars are high on utility, performance, speed, and craftsmanship, and not to mention they even exhibit a level of artistry. Automobile fanatics and designers clammer at the release of a fresh and fierce Porsche design, and in the anticipation of one, they often find themselves inspired and engaged! The result is a plethora of innovative and jaw-dropping concept designs. And here we’ve collected the best of these Porsche-inspired concepts for you. You would love to actually see them on the road, I’m sure!

1. The Porsche Amenoi concept

The Porsche Amenoi concept – Le Mans edition by Dong Joo KIM envisages cocooning the riders in ultra-comfort in times where level 5 autonomous driving will be very common. This will give the travelers maximum leverage to utilize this time for inner exploration and complete liberation of mind, body and soul. This Porsche of some time in the distant future uses wind energy to power the motor, as the boosters in the front vent soak up ambient air and direct it towards the advanced windmill generator rear.

2. Khyzyl Saleem VW Beetle x Porsche 911 GT3 concept

This new upbeat Beetle now has a much lower ride height and the sleek elements borrowed over from the Porsche add the zing. Just pop some attention at those front splitter, side mirrors, tail fenders, rear diffusers and the sharper lights. Khyzyl put in a lot of effort shaping the side body from the front and rear to achieve a flowing look that doesn’t seem out of place. Hop on those Rotiform BTL rims with the sporty Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires, and this concept car is all dressed up to set the city streets on fire.

3. The Porsche Neuro

Meet the Porsche Neuro, a radical racecar imagined for an era of metaverses, space-travel, cyborgs, and advanced tech. Quite unlike any car I’ve ever seen (including even the futuristic concepts), the Neuro’s body is divided into three parts – an exterior protective shell, an inner structure that morphs to make the car more aerodynamic, and an egg-shaped interior cabin that sits within the car as a tertiary unit, serving as the cockpit. Moreover, the cockpit is an entirely enclosed structure that provides the driver with a narrow view of what’s in front… so the Neuro also comes with a pair of camera-equipped drones that sit inside the car’s body, popping out and driving right behind the car to live stream a third-person view to the driver, allowing them to effectively choose between first and third-person driving.

4. Porsche open-wheel concept

Passionate automotive design student Jan Bendixen relives that golden era of Porsche open-wheel racers with his modern interpretation that’s purely magnetic. The concept renderings here of the Porsche open-wheel racing car is in fact Jan’s internship project done at Porsche’s Designstudio in Weissach. So a very good probability you might get the traces of the design elements in future Porsche designs or even better, a similar-looking open-wheel racer. According to him, the idea was to create a “tiny E-Fuel driven formula car for Porsche.” The final 4-cylinder boxer engine-powered car came out to have minimal aerodynamic drag and lightweight credentials.

5. Gentile’s 930 RESTOMODO

Gentile’s 930 RESTOMODO mainly retains the overall iconic design with a few key changes. For starters, those headlights look positively steampunk-ish, with the horizontal LED strips sitting inside the car’s circular headlight enclosure. The headlights take away Porsche’s otherwise playful expression, making it slightly discerning, almost like the cars squinting at you and sizing you up. Gentile’s design efforts are also visible around the front and rear bumpers. The redesigned bumpers actually blend well into the 930’s form, unlike in the original, which almost always came with a black strip running across the bumper on the front and back, with the indicators fitted in. Gentile’s bumpers look like a part of the car’s design and are entirely the same color as the rest of the car.

6. Porsche GTE concept

The wide stance of the Porsche GTE here, conceptualized by Sreenath Sundaram is a perfect example of concept 3D modeling done right. The inspiration comes from the hugely popular Porsche 917 (Le Mans winner in 1970 and 1971) which has been the design inspiration for other concept cars as well. The reason, the man maximum – machine minimum philosophy that’s been strong at Porsche all these years. The Porsche 917 is the ideal icon of that vision, and so is this creation. This concept follows an eye-like design on all fronts – the core design, exterior form, and interior form. The warm expression of a hug on the front section radiates a friendly charisma.

7. The Porsche Exclusive GT

The Porsche Exclusive GT started as Zakharov’s MA Thesis project and gradually evolved into one of the most futuristic Porsche designs I’ve seen in a while. The Exclusive GT ups the aggression with its sinewy, muscular form that’s visible around the wheels with elevated fenders and rear quarter panels that almost make it look like the car’s crouching. Given that the car’s required to deliver a lifetime of peak performance, the Exclusive GT comes with exaggerated air intakes around the front that result in floating headlights… a detail that slightly resembles Porsche’s Mission E, but with a more dominating presence.

8. The Porsche 911 Bullfrog

The Porsche 911 Bullfrog by Alexander Prime borrows from one of the largest, most dominating animals in the frog family. In fact, look carefully and its black front literally looks like a frog’s face. Designed as a prototype for the Le Mans 24 hour race, and to celebrate Porsche’s stunning record of being present at every Le Mans race ever held and dominating most of them, the 911 Bullfrog captures the essence of the brand while still retaining the ability to look muscular and menacing. “With its oval headlights, the new generation continued to reflect the traditional 911 design. The new 911 is the sum of its predecessors: The silhouette: iconic. The design: timeless. The technology: inspired by great racing victories”, says Alexander, the designer behind the 911 Bullfrog concept.

9. The Porsche 907 Spyder Revival

If you’re getting strong Eva (from Wall-E) vibes, you’re not the only one. The Porsche 907 Spyder Revival evokes that sort of feeling given the way it absolutely embraces clean surfaces along with the absence of color-segmentation, part-segmentation, and even the limited use of grilles and parting lines. The car’s appearance (which is an homage to the 907 Spyder racecar) is ghostly, with its incredibly sleek white surface that transitions seamlessly from bumper to spoiler, with barely a headlight or air intake breaking its overall surface. The headlights, in fact, come hidden beneath a white cover, which appears opaque externally, but allows light from the headlamps to pass through when powered on.

10. The Turbo Study

The Turbo Study wearing the Wolf Blue skin is more on the touring vehicle genre thanks to the rear-wheel drive and suspension tuning. There’s the option of all-wheel-drive, and either way it gets a six-speed manual gearbox. The engine on this one is a 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged one with bespoke air-to-water intercoolers, found inside the inlet plenums. The car churns out 450 horsepower, and the owners can enhance that value further with customization. The functionality, luxury and comfort take precedence here with inclusions like rear wiper, electrically heated seats, air conditioning, cruise control, integrated wireless charger, and navigation system.

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