$8.33 per wear · worn 30 times
The more you wear it, the lower it gets.
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The Carrera x Porsche 5626 captures the bold, luxurious character of 1980s performance eyewear. Its oversized aviator-inspired silhouette features broad rounded lenses with gently tapered lower edges, creating a dramatic profile with generous proportions. The fine gold-toned metal construction gives the frame a refined appearance, while the deep brown lenses add warmth and a distinctly vintage character. Frame Model: 5626 (40) Decade: 1980s Country of Origin: Austria Lenses: New brown polarized lenses Condition: Excellent vintage Measurements: 64-20-125 Historical Context Founded in Austria in 1956 by Wilhelm Anger, Carrera took its name from the legendary Carrera Panamericana road race—one of the most demanding and dangerous motorsport events in history. From the beginning, the brand focused on creating high-performance eyewear for athletes, combining technical innovation with bold, unmistakable design. (carreraworld.com) Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Carrera became synonymous with the era's fearless aesthetic, pioneering lightweight materials such as Optyl while introducing oversized shields and aviators that blurred the line between sports equipment and fashion. Worn by racing drivers, Olympians, musicians, and style icons alike, Carrera helped define the visual language of performance eyewear. Today, vintage Carrera frames remain highly sought after for their technical ingenuity, unmistakable silhouettes, and enduring influence on both sport and design.
