2005 Porsche Ruf RT12

[Vintalage]

The discrete town of Pfaffenhausen, Germany is an unsuspecting place to find one of the leading Porsche tuners. However the drive to that area, reveals country roads, winding around the plains of Southern Germany with a view distance to die for. And if these roads prove too congested to test RUF's newest biturbo Porsche, the unlimited speed Autobahn is just a beat away.

RUF, under the guidance of Alois Ruf (pronounced roof), have been tuning Porsches for nearly three decades. Each car is unique in specification, having customer-specified drivetrain, chassis and body components. In some cases, RUF creates a completely new car, with a proud VIN number designated by the company.

Most of the models found on this page are showcars that have defined the RUF image and exposed the possibilities for potential customers. The first prolific RUF was the CTR 'Yellow Bird' which gained lots of media attention with its high speed runs and quick laps time around the Nuremburgring. Their latest showcar is based off the recently facelifted Porsche 911, and is one of the most exciting yet.

Called the RT12, RUF's newest product provides a combination of high end performance and every day use. Biturbo engines are RUFs specialty, and since 1977, they have proven it is the next evolutionary step for the 911. Three different performance options are available for the RT 12: 530 bhp, 560 bhp and 650 bhp. The 650 bhp 3.8 liter engine is new in construction, one which sets a new benchmark in performance and is fully adjustable by means of a wastegate.

Body modifications for the RT 12 are radical, and aerodynamic efficiency was the goal of the bodykit. RUF-developed front and rear bumpers, a rear spoiler, side mirrors, an underbody lining and wider rear fenders which offer space for the integrated intercoolers. The RT 12 is finished off with the latest evolution of the RUF new alloy wheels in striking 19 and 20 inch designs.

An available brake system has larger drilled, ventilated discs and fixed light alloy monobloc calipers. Also available is a special RUF sports suspension, which can be lifted hydraulically lift for more ground clearance, making easier parking and garage entrances.

The interior of the RT 12 gets the distinct RUF treatment. Bucket seats and a handy sports steering wheel provide the best ergonomics for a sporting drive. RUF instrumentation with traditional green typeface and 'Pepita' cloth in the middle of the bucket seats brings the flair of the 50s and 60s sports cars into a modern ****pit. Aluminum parts and details painted in the body colour provide the mix of classic and modern cues.

RUF have proven themselves a logical solution for Tuning Porsches in the past, and now they are the first to work out a program for the facelifted 911. While RUF only modify from 20 to 25 cars a year, the showcars prove RUF have the tenacity to still create some of the fastest road cars in Germany.

- SuperCars.net

[Braves299]

cute.















jk, thats really cool!

[DrFabulous]

Damn. They never cease to amaze me with their cars. I watched a hour-long special on Porche like two months ago... they have always had some amazing cars out. They just keep going in the right direction.

[Braves299]

^except with their SUVs.

[DrFabulous]

Originally Posted by Braves299

^except with their SUVs.

Yea... true. Ya got me there.

[RAZE]

The headlights have to go. I don't understand why they would put cheap VW beetle headlights on an expensive sports car.


EDIT: origin of headlights

[bigbenSC]

Eh... another sports car I'll never be able to afford. I look the stock look more. The two level spoiler looks like crap. Put the powertrain mods in a 911 without the body work and I'd be more impressed.

[95-GT]

Guys, this isnt a stock Porsche, its a RUF, which is known for the fastest land car at like 208 MPH. The spoiler is made TO WORK with the car for down force. And gawd I love RUFs cars.

[GaRedCoupe]

Originally Posted by RAZE

The headlights have to go. I don't understand why they would put cheap VW beetle headlights on an expensive sports car.


EDIT: origin of headlights

Well last time I check porsche and VW were once linked together but guess who. ferdinand.

[GrahamKracka]

Originally Posted by 95-GT

Guys, this isnt a stock Porsche, its a RUF, which is known for the fastest land car at like 208 MPH. The spoiler is made TO WORK with the car for down force. And gawd I love RUFs cars.

ugh...its not the fastest

[GaRedCoupe]

Ya the ford GT hit 209 didn't it? Last I heard the fastest production car was a lingenfelter vette at 235+

[RAZE]

Originally Posted by GaRedCoupe

Well last time I check porsche and VW were once linked together but guess who. ferdinand.

It's time they un-link themselves.

[95-GT]

Originally Posted by GaRedCoupe

Ya the ford GT hit 209 didn't it? Last I heard the fastest production car was a lingenfelter vette at 235+

That may have changed. But 2-3 yrs ago, it was. So I am ASSUMING that they will hit it again. I dont think that the Ligenfelter Vette comes into the match up, is it even production? I thought it was made as you order kind of thing. Production is like Saleen, Roush, RUF and so forth.

[Sleepwalkr]

Holy Cow! Ok......... yes please.

[99GApunk]

that thing is hot, id take in a heartbeat. the headlights look fine because they arent on the beatle and thats all that matters

the rear rims look different from the front to me, but its late so i dunno

[Vintalage]

The headlights are a throwback to the older models.

[DrFabulous]

Originally Posted by 99GApunk

that thing is hot, id take in a heartbeat. the headlights look fine because they arent on the beatle and thats all that matters

the rear rims look different from the front to me, but its late so i dunno

Werd. They're dished... I think. Vision is only slightly blurred right now, but that's what it looks like.

[GrahamKracka]

Originally Posted by 95-GT

That may have changed. But 2-3 yrs ago, it was. So I am ASSUMING that they will hit it again. I dont think that the Ligenfelter Vette comes into the match up, is it even production? I thought it was made as you order kind of thing. Production is like Saleen, Roush, RUF and so forth.

mclaren?

[Vinaashak]

Speaking of rear rims those freaking things have some huge freakin tires on them. Im gonna say 315's or maybe 325's. Anyone know?


K nm 345's wow

Water Cooled-Flat-6 w/Dry Sump Lubrication
position Rear Longitudinal
aspiration Twin KKK turbochargers w/Integrated Wastegates
valvetrain DOHC, 4 Valves per Cyl w/Varible Valve Timing
fuel feed Electronic Bosch fuel injection
power 484.7 kw / 650 bhp @ Not Available rpm
drive wheels Rear wheel drive
body / frame Unit Steel
front brakes Cross-Drilled & Inner Vented Discs w/ABS, Monobloc Calipers
rear brakes Cross-Drilled & Inner Vented Discs w/ABS, Monobloc Calipers
front wheels F 48.3 x 22.9 cm / 19.0 x 9 in
rear wheels R 50.8 x 31.8 cm / 20 x 12.5 in
front tire size 255/35 ZR 19 Pirelli
rear tire size 345/25 ZR 20 Pirelli tyres
f suspension RUF Sports Suspension, Adjustable in Ride Height and Stiffness
r suspension RUF Sports Suspension, Adjustable in Ride Height and Stiffness
transmission Six-speed manual with customer-specified gear ratios
top speed 354.1 kph / 220.0 mph
0 - 60 mph 3.7 seconds

[AMRAAM4]

For Randy...those headlights are the staple of Porsche. If you recall, in the mid 80's they created the 944 and 938 (or maybe it was 928) models and they bombed. Porsche lovers always stand by the 911, that's why it is there only version with many variants (Boxster is one). If you look at the Cayenne, although ugly, Porsche kept those headlights as close as possible to the 911's as well.


Fastest production car is the McLaren. Fastest modified production car is the Calloway Sledgehammer Corvette.