Porsche Design-Inspired Speedboat Shows Off Simplicity at Its Finest

We’ve all heard of Porsche Design, especially since autoevolution's Porsche Month brought upon you more than just cars, from hookahs to speaker systems and even pens. About that last one, I'm not so sure. Not that it doesn’t exist, but I really don’t see that purpose of making Porsche-inspired pens. Parker seems to do one hella of a job on its own.

Enough about pens. The reason we’re here is because of this speedboat design you see in the cover photo. If by now you haven’t had a chance to look in the gallery, please do so, it’ll help with the reading. Not that much reading is done these days.

Now, Porsche Design is not behind this vessel you see. The ravishing creature, dubbed Porsche Design P'42, is the creation of an exterior designer for Skoda Design, Marek Weidlich. Coming in at 42 feet (12.8 m) in length, it brings just the right amount of room to give way to the beautiful lines and geometry we see.

If we are to delve deeper into this conceptual design, we find out that there is nothing more than these renderings. No details regarding the material used in its construction have been offered; no details regarding power or engine works either. So it’s just a visual spectacle. If had a look at the gallery already, you might agree that the real Porsche Design should get around to contacting Mr. Weidlich about a collaboration on their next watercraft.

An aerial view of the ship shows us a bow that is sharp yet blends beautifully into the remainder of the boat by widening the sides and underbelly to provide stability at higher speeds. Even the rear is flat and wide to keep the vessel stable as the bow lifts at higher speeds.

From the bow, we can also see the windshield running smoothly over the hull and seamlessly creating protection for the passengers. Speaking of passengers, this little beauty doesn’t have room for many. Simply put, it’s only for the lucky few. A driver, passenger, and about 3-4 guests can board this silver bullet. But don’t worry about any bumps and bruises on your bottom at high speeds. Even though the designer doesn’t specify the use of stitched leather seating, Porsche Design would work with nothing else.

At the wheel, we can see two bucket seats, possibly titanium, with more leatherwork as upholstery. What we also see is the use of carbon fiber as paneling but also for shaping the seating found aft. Speaking of this seating, one neat trick the P’42 has in store is the ability to transform the aft seating into a sunbed. This is done by simply lowering the table to the seating level.

Another Porsche aspect that really shines through is the instrument panel. Smack dab in the center between passenger and pilot, a classic style speedometer is seen coming out of the paneling, while all the remaining diagnostics are shown on the screen in front of the pilot. A round steering wheel reminiscent of Porsche is also used for control.

The only aspects of this vessel that I feel could be improved are the steps aft. That whole section of lines and geometry seems a bit off from the rest of the boat. Nonetheless, the lateral view is just great. Porsche Design people, you need to take a look at this one.