The Ruf CTR Yellowbird can be obtained in Munich for an asking price of €795,000, or over $930,000 USD at current conversion rates.
The coupe differentiates itself from most other Yellowbird models through a bi-color finish and the status of a production car. In 1987–1996, Alois Ruf produced 29 such vehicles in his factory (watch the video for another example) before switching to modifying existing Porsche 911s.
This particular example had a chassis made in year 1981 and imported to Pfaffenhausen with no bodywork at all. The car was returned to the factory seven years ago for a complete overhaul, ending up with a restored engine, a thoroughly checked body and an updated paint coat. With 79,000 kilometers (49,088 miles) on the odometer, the car is described as being in a near-flawless condition.
A 3.4-liter flat-six under the hood uses dual turbos to pump out 469 PS (463 hp / 345 kW) and 553 Nm (408 lb-ft) of torque. The car weighs in at 1,150 kg (2,535 lbs) and sprints 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) in four seconds flat. The top speed lies at 342 km/h (212.5 miles per hour).
Back in 1988–1992, the Ruf CTR officially held the title of the world’s fastest-going production car. It was also known unofficially as the fastest racer on the North Loop.
Another Ruf vehicle – an RGT – went under the hammer last month for $301,000.