A look at how Porsche celebrates F. A. Porsche’s 90th with cars, watches, and accessories rooted in history.
December 11th would have been Ferdinand Alexander Porsche’s 90th birthday, and for anyone who shares a passion for cars and design, he remains an incredible influence on the automotive world. F. A. Porsche isn’t just the guy behind the 911’s legendary shape, but also a designer in the purest sense, someone who could strip a car, watch, or everyday object down to exactly what mattered and nothing more. He co-founded Porsche Design with his brother Hans-Peter in 1972, and the studio quickly became known for functional, timeless work. To mark the anniversary, Porsche and Porsche Design have collaborated on a limited-edition collection that pays homage to his vision.
At center stage of the collection is the Chronograph 1 – 90 F. A. Porsche, a watch that’s essentially a modern take on the original 1972 Chronograph I. The design is clean and straightforward, featuring black-coated titanium, subtle patina-style Super-LumiNova on the hands and indices, and F.A. Porsche’s initials above the day-date at three o’clock. The rotor even mirrors the shape and color of the wheels from the 911 GT3 90 F. A. Porsche, the limited-edition model tied to this release. And like every Porsche Design watch, it’s built in Switzerland with COSC-certified accuracy.
The rest of the anniversary collection carries the same quiet cohesion. The 911 GT3 90 F. A. Porsche is limited to 90 cars and references personal tastes, from the F. A. Green Metallic paint to the grid-weave pattern on the seats that nods to his favorite jackets. There’s also a matching Weekender bag and a reissued Porsche Junior sled, both using the same materials and patterns found in the car. Whether you’re looking at a car, a watch, or even a sled, it’s clear that his designs were about lasting value.
Source: Porsche