Porsche actually approached Stefan Bellof's family for permission for the attempt out of respect for both him and the record. I wouldn't underestimate the kudo

Porsche actually approached Stefan Bellof's family for permission for the attempt out of respect for both him and the record. I wouldn't underestimate the kudos given to 'ring lap times, especially in the past few years. Admittedly mostly focused on lower categories rather than the outright record.