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A heavily modified 1970 Porsche 914/6, previously owned by automotive designer Luc Donckerwolke, is up for sale in Germany. The car features a 2.4-liter flat-six engine, RUF modifications, and a history of M471 GT conversion.
RUF has revealed the Ehra, a new all-wheel-drive widebody grand tourer, at Monterey Car Week. The car features a 3.6-liter twin-turbo flat-six engine producing 650bhp and 664lb ft of torque, paired with a seven-speed manual gearbox. Built on a carbon-fiber monocoque chassis, the Ehra weighs approximately 1,325kg and is designed for high-speed touring rather than track-only performance. It features a subtle carbon-fiber rear spoiler that deploys automatically at speed, widebody fenders, and a retro-modern interior with brown leather and titanium accents. The vehicle is named after the Ehra-Lessien proving ground where the original CTR Yellowbird set a speed record. No pricing or production numbers have been announced, but it is expected to be a limited, high-value release.
RUF has revealed the Ehra, a limited-run widebody coupe powered by a 650-hp twin-turbo flat-six and a seven-speed manual. Unveiled at Monterey Car Week, the car features a carbon-fiber monocoque, all-wheel drive, and a retro-modern design inspired by classic 911s, marking RUF’s first grand tourer.
Ruf has moved beyond tuning Porsches, building its own B8 flat-eight and testing it in a lengthened CTR3 mule named "Erprober" at the Goodwood Festival of Speed; the engine reportedly makes over 1,000 hp and 1,000 Nm, with full specs still pending, signaling Ruf's shift toward in-house powertrains and carbon monocoque chassis in upcoming models.
Ruf brings a CTR3-based prototype, the B8, to the Goodwood Festival of Speed with a twin-turbo 4.8‑litre flat-eight engine that Ruf says develops well over 986bhp and 737lb‑ft of torque. The car is a testbed for future Ruf tech, extended by 100mm to fit the longer engine and paired with a six‑speed manual, with production plans unconfirmed. The striking Blossom Yellow livery nods to Ruf’s CTR Yellowbird heritage.
RUF has built a 4.8L twin‑turbo flat‑eight engine (Boxer‑Eight/B8) producing over 1,000 bhp and 738 lb-ft, installed in a stretched CTR3 for a Goodwood Festival of Speed demonstration as a preview of a potential road car, mated to a six‑speed manual and highlighted by eight‑cylinder livery; Tanner Foust will pilot the prototype at the event.
Restomods blend restoration and modernization to preserve vintage Porsche vibes with modern performance. Alois Ruf built the 1987 CTR from a body-in-white 911, installing a 3.2-liter turbo and a bespoke suspension to deliver 463 hp, a 7.3-second 0–100 mph dash, and a 211 mph top speed, earning the Yellow Bird legend. Early CTRs used BiW shells with VINs, but once factory 911s became harder to source, Ruf started using donor cars and eventually his own chassis designs, paving the way for current high-dollar restomods like the $1.7 million 2026 RUF Tribute. The scene spans other tuners—Singer, Gunther Werks, Emory Motorsports, and more—and Porsche’s Sonderwunsch program for bespoke builds, all centering on modernizing cars while preserving their classic Porsche spirit.
A rare one-off Ruf-built Porsche 928R, commissioned by Samsung chairman Lee Kun-Hee, features a 5.0-liter V8 tuned to 360 hp, only 1,560 miles, and is headed to Gooding Christie’s at Amelia Island with an estimated $400k–$500k selling price.
A customized Porsche 911S owned by Jerry Seinfeld, modified by RUF, sold for $657,000 at auction, significantly above typical values for similar models, highlighting the car's celebrity provenance, extensive modifications, and potential investment value.
The RUF RT12, a high-performance version of the Porsche 911, offers a unique driving experience with its 650-horsepower engine and custom components. Built by RUF, a renowned Porsche specialist, the RT12 provides a blend of power and comfort, embodying the concept of a "wolf in sheep's clothing." With a rich history dating back to the 1930s, RUF has established itself as a prominent figure in the world of car customization, creating exclusive and powerful vehicles.
RUF has delivered the first RUF SCR, a high-performance sports car, to its owner in the United States. The SCR is built on RUF's in-house engineered carbon fiber monocoque chassis and features a naturally-aspirated, handbuilt Mezger-derived engine. With a weight of 2,756 pounds and a claimed 0-100 km/h time of 3.4 seconds, the SCR is a track-focused beast. Priced at over $1 million, all 70 build slots for the SCR have already been allocated. RUF North America provides importation, service, and parts for RUF vehicles in the United States.