Ruf is well established for creating many of the most thrilling
sportscars based on the Porsche 911, with this particular example being the
only AWD RCT model of the 964 generation.
The car started its life as a wide-body Carrera 4 Anniversary
model, a special edition to commemorate the 30 years of the 911, featuring
Turbo-body styling, chassis, brakes, suspension with a naturally aspirated
3.6-litre flat six engine.
Alois Ruf Jr, the boss of Ruf Automobile, spotted the car himself
and used it to perform a revolutionary conversion at the time, one that would
combine a turbocharged 3.6-litre engine with all-wheel drive, a combo that
eventually was presented by Porsche later on with the 993 Turbo. The
turbocharged flat-six was built in-house and features twin-plug ignition,
Motronic engine management and of course a turbocharger. The results are fairly
obvious as the engine now makes 385hp, up from the original motor’s 300 hp. The
gearbox was rebuilt by Ruf which also added a limited-slip differential. Other
upgrades include stronger brakes, new suspension, new exhaust system, a
electronically controlled AWD system and the iconic 5-spoke 18in Speedline
wheels.
The cabin features all the things that distinguish a Ruf from a
plain Porsche, meaning the company’s own steering wheel, gauges and pedals. Ruf
has produced more than 100 RCT models (which stands for Ruf Carrera Turbo) but
this particular example is the only one fitted with the wide Turbo body and
all-wheel drive in the world.
Finished in Schwartz Metallic, the paintwork is described to be in
stunning condition and the panel fit to be excellent. The same goes for the
grey full leather interior which features electrically adjusted comfort seats.
The car remained in a private collection until 2007, when it was
sold to a known UK collector and enthusiast. Coming with a complete service
history file and supplied with its original German paperwork, this 1993 Ruf 964
RCT is not only a unique opportunity to get a Turbo AWD version of the 964, is
also offering genuine value when compared to a regular 964 Turbo.
