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We say \u2018futile\u2019 because it has had no involvement from Porsche, a brand which has famously snubbed the video game franchise since day one, despite every major car manufacturer from Hyundai to Aston Martin appearing in the game at […]","datePublished":"2016-07-18","dateModified":"2016-07-18","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Feature.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Feature.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/new-releases\/motorsport\/the-unofficial-porsche\/","about":["MOTORSPORT"],"wordCount":329,"keywords":["918 Spyder","A","aston martin","E-hybrid","GranTurismo","Hybrid racecar","hypercar","hyundai","motorsport","porsche","Porsche 908","Porsche 908\/04 Vision GT Concept","Tesla Model S"],"articleBody":"It is called the Porsche 908\/04 Vision GT Concept and it was created by a six-man team of digital designers and modellers in their free time, with the somewhat-futile ambition of it one day appearing in the GranTurismo video game series.We say \u2018futile\u2019 because it has had no involvement from Porsche, a brand which has famously snubbed the video game franchise since day one, despite every major car manufacturer from Hyundai to Aston Martin appearing in the game at some point.So not only can we not drive it in the flesh, we can\u2019t even experience what it could be like in a computer game. Life can be so cruel.The rendered car combined the front-end of the 918 Spyder hypercar with the long tail racer at the rear. There are also elements of the 919 Hybrid racecar and the Mission E electric concept, which was recently green-lit and could show the Tesla Model S who\u2019s boss by 2020.E-hybrid emblems can be spotted by the front wheel arches but the design team hasn\u2019t actually specified the car\u2019s drivetrain.Exterior designer Alan Derosier said he wanted to create a car that \u201cPorsche enthusiasts would love\u201d.He added the unofficial car was designed with \u201cphysically feasible\u201d dimensions and aimed to give it \u201can advanced look with a truly mechanical soul, the \u2018form follows function\u2019 ideology of Porsche\u201d.Derosier revealed that the team opted for a long-tail design \u201cbecause Porsches with this feature have something genuinely unique and until now nobody, as far as I know, has tried to create a modern version of it\u201d.He added: \u201cIn my opinion, it is a bit of a forgotten idea, so I thought it would be a \u2018rebirth of an icon\u2019 that would generate nostalgia in car and Porsche enthusiasts alike.\u201dThe car is highly unlikely to ever see the light of day in the virtual or physical world, but you can find out more on the project at http:\/\/porschevisiongt.com\/."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"New Releases","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/\/new-releases\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"Motorsport","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/\/new-releases\/\/motorsport\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":4,"name":"The unofficial Porsche","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/new-releases\/motorsport\/the-unofficial-porsche\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]