{"id":606891,"date":"2026-02-05T13:30:44","date_gmt":"2026-02-05T21:30:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yankodesign.com\/?p=606891"},"modified":"2026-02-05T11:54:20","modified_gmt":"2026-02-05T19:54:20","slug":"retro-modern-starke-gen-2-speedster-is-a-porsche-356-dupe-spiced-up-with-modern-creature-comforts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.yankodesign.com\/2026\/02\/05\/retro-modern-starke-gen-2-speedster-is-a-porsche-356-dupe-spiced-up-with-modern-creature-comforts\/","title":{"rendered":"Retro-modern St\u00e4rke Gen 2 Speedster is a Porsche 356 dupe spiced-up with modern creature comforts"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The world is gradually moving towards zero-emission vehicles that have sharper aesthetics and a modern appeal. That said, the appeal for classic cars is undeniable amongst enthusiasts who value the presence of gas-powered performance cars that bring the raw feel, fusing man and machine into one.<\/p>\n

St\u00e4rke Motor Company didn\u2019t want to create something that every other automaker is doing. Their ambition is to fuse classic performance four-wheeler vibes and modern features into a vehicle that is hard to miss on the streets. Meet the Gen 2 Speedster that looks like the Porsche 356 dupe (it actually is), albeit a little longer and having a lower ride height than the all-time classic.<\/p>\n

Designer: St\u00e4rke Motor Company<\/a><\/p>\n

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The retro-inspired roadster<\/a> borrows the look of a 1950s classic while bringing the comfort and drivability of a modern Porsche into a hand-built car that time-travels. Infact the heart of the Gen 2 Speedster is a 2017+ Porsche 718 Boxster platform with the chassis of the original making up for the structure. The real magic happens with the custom-fit interiors and other body components that are 3D printed to fit the 718 chassis. The brain of this damsel is the optional turbocharged flat-fours, or the naturally aspirated 4.0L flat-six. Buyers can choose from a 6-speed manual, or a 7-speed PDK transmission.<\/p>\n

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Gen 2 Speedster retains the old school vibe of the bumpers, round headlights, and oval taillights. The unadorned flanks fit right into the mix, and the low-profile tires lend the car a bit of chalk and cheese aesthetic. On the inside, creature comforts extend to the heated stitched steering wheel and seats, as well as a power soft top. The two-seater also comes with a modern touchscreen infotainment system and full-leather interior in 25 color variants. To keep up with the theme, flooring can be customized, too.<\/p>\n

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Given that the Gen 2 Speedster lives up to its bespoke aura, interested buyers can get the roadster done in their theme and liking. There is so much to choose from: the body paint, interior hues, choice of materials, or any other small detail that matters. Customization of that level does not guarantee a steep starting price tag of $135,000. However, if you bring your own Porsche 718, that slides down to $1189,000, which by no means is cheap either. Since the roadster will be hand-built, it will take a time of 6 months for delivery.<\/p>\n

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