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3,600cc DOHC Twin-Turbo 6-Cylinder Engine 520bhp at 6,500rpm 6-Speed Manual Transaxle 4-Wheel Independent Suspension 4-Wheel Disc Brakes *Rare and desirable RUF 993 built for Porsche family *Beautifully finished in Oak Green Metallic paint *Low-mileage example *Only 36,000 miles covered from new *Ultimate air-cooled Porsche model THE RUF 993 TURBO R What began as a simple service station in Pfaffenhausen, Germany would, just 30 years later, begin producing some of the most capable super sports cars in the world. Alois Ruf Junior, thanks to his father's business, developed a passion for automobiles and particularly the Porsche 911. RUF's first creations would be based on this model and as the company grew, body-in-white 911 chassis would be utilized to create their own original vehicles. Quite possibly the company's most famous creation, the CTR, known as the "Yellowbird," was, in 1987, the fastest road going Porsche and possibly, the fastest car in the world with a claimed top speed of 213mph. Powering this beast was a heavily modified version of the 3.2 flat 6 motor. Boring out the cylinders increased the displacement to 3.4 liters and an uprated ignition system borrowed from the 962 racing car further helped build the power. Most importantly however, was the addition of two turbochargers and two intercoolers. The vehicle was rated at 469 horsepower, but the company was open to admitting that this was a figure representative of the lowest dynamometer reading of all the CTR engines tested. More realistically, 500 horsepower was a closer estimate. More than just a powerful 911, RUF based their creation on the lighter and more aerodynamic Carrera 3.2 model and would go to great lengths enhancing these two merits. The body panels, including the hood, doors, and engine cover were all replaced in aluminum. Further, the rain gutters were shaved to reduce drag, and the bumpers were replaced with fiberglass pieces. In total 441lb was cut from the Carrera 3.2, resulting in an amazingly low curb weight of just 2,535lbs. A harrowing drive around the Nürburgring with test driver Stefan Roser behind the wheel was captured on video and greatly helped increase the visibility of the brand within the automotive world. Today, the original CTR has built up a mythical status as one of the most impressive and dramatic super sports cars of the last century. The follow-up to the legendary "Yellowbird" would arrive in 1995, this time based off on the new 993 Turbo chassis. Keeping up with the themes of the original: big power, low weight, and high speed, The CTR2 would add a twist to the formula by adding in the option of two or four-wheel drive. Additional features included a Kevlar body, lightweight glass, a RUF manufactured coil over system, and a dual functioning rear wing that helped create downforce and feed the intercoolers. Most incredibly, the powerplant was sourced from the 962 Group C race car and RUF would tune it to produce 520hp. 0-60 was dealt with in just 3.5 seconds, while a top speed of 217mph was only bested in 1998 by the mighty McLaren F1. RUF would demonstrate the versatility of this car by further modifying two road registered examples to drive on the street to the 1997 Pikes Peak Hill Climb and subsequently finish 2nd place overall at the event. THE MOTORCAR OFFERED This RUF Turbo R was a special build for a member of the Porsche family, Dr. Ferdinand Oliver Porsche, as revealed in documentation from RUF Automobiles and again in a letter addressed from Dr. Porsche himself to the previous steward of this car. As typical for all RUF-build Porsches, the performance of the standard 993 Turbo simply wasn't enough to satisfy the engineers at RUF. They saught a more refined and competition focused build, leaving enthusiasts with this magnificent RUF 993 Turbo R. The engine was converted to full Turbo R specification using a re-programmed ECU, increasing output to 520 HP. Also, on the list of engine modifications was the upgraded KKK