Rode in the RUF Type R Porsche TT......... - The Unofficial BMW M5 Messageboard (m5board.com)

ALEV8 · 22nd May 2005, 06:20

Oh my God. Insanely fast.
I am getting one once I'm done with school.

bmwusa · 22nd May 2005, 17:42

Any pics? sounds cool though, Josh

ALEV8 · 22nd May 2005, 18:25

	RTurbo	Technical Specifications
	The RUF Rturbo is built on the basis of the Porsche 996 Turbo and can be offered with 520, 550 or with 590 bhp. Correspondingly, the torque increases to 830 Nm in the 590 bhp version. Such performance is not only achieved by a series of complimentary modifications but also by modified turbochargers and a ingenious exhaust system. The engine management system as well as the intake tract are re-mapped to match their newly optimized surroundings. When choosing the 590 bhp upgrading, the engine is also disassembled completely, equipped with titanium conrods, converted camshafts and heat exchanger and then reassembled again. To cope with the increased torque, a stronger clutch is installed. The chassis and the brakes are adjusted as well, fitted with new shocks, springs, stabilizer bars, and RUF-Brembo brake discs and calipers. The RUF integrated roll cage serves as a hidden safety feature. The roll cage can hardly be noticed with the interior leather or alcantara carpeting panels fully covering the cage. RUF 19 inch alloy wheels and newly designed front and rear spoilers characterize the visual appearance of the RUF Rturbo, which is also available with the narrow body of the Porsche 996 Carrera. The RUF Rturbo is launched with the latest evolution of RUF instrumentation, that reminds of Porsche models of earlier times. If so desired, the RUF Rturbo is also available with 2 WD instead of 4 WD. Beginning September 2004, this car is available with the RUF suspension system (hydraulically adjustable).

Gustav · 22nd May 2005, 18:35

Its a great car:

http://www.m5board.com/articles.php?id=28&page=4

slowcar · 22nd May 2005, 18:47

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Originally Posted by ALEV8

Oh my God. Insanely fast.
I am getting one once I'm done with school.

Porsche are great my wife has a 81 930 with lots mods around 500hp 1130kg it kills my m5. before new motor 12.6 118mph on dusty road (g tech). I would love to drive new one i think it would be a little safer. I have got in trouble already once in her car. I wish bmw liked turbos.

ALEV8 · 22nd May 2005, 20:59

This particular car was at the RUF Autocentre here in Dallas, and has 6000mi on it, and is also for sale. Dark metallic Grey with grey interior leather and complete CF bits kits and Kinesis custom wheels. The Porsche Magnesium rotors and huge calipers, Eisenmann roll cage and Schroth harnesses are the only hints at what's under the hood..........and I can say that, well, having driven fast before in modded 996TTs, this is a new definition of fast. Apparently RUF understates their true HP, fellas; my ears popped when we got on the gas. I might have soiled my shorts if I had not been able to hold onto the door handle for dear life!

Also at the shop was Axl Rose's blue Turbo and a Boxster S conversion to the latest 997 engine, coilovers, wheels, brakes, etc......so very sick.

Unfortunately my M5 feels a bit sedate now....................

MJC123 · 22nd May 2005, 21:07

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Originally Posted by ALEV8

This particular car was at the RUF Autocentre here in Dallas, and has 6000mi on it, and is also for sale. Dark metallic Grey with grey interior leather and complete CF bits kits and Kinesis custom wheels. The Porsche Magnesium rotors and huge calipers, Eisenmann roll cage and Schroth harnesses are the only hints at what's under the hood..........and I can say that, well, having driven fast before in modded 996TTs, this is a new definition of fast. Apparently RUF understates their true HP, fellas; my ears popped when we got on the gas. I might have soiled my shorts if I had not been able to hold onto the door handle for dear life!

Also at the shop was Axl Rose's blue Turbo and a Boxster S conversion to the latest 997 engine, coilovers, wheels, brakes, etc......so very sick.

Unfortunately my M5 feels a bit sedate now....................

it's so tempting

ALEV8 · 22nd May 2005, 21:09

MJC123 was the driver. Ask him how friggin' fast it was!

MJC123 · 22nd May 2005, 21:13

I really liked this one too

Carrera2RS · 22nd May 2005, 21:32

This RUF is AWESOME, legendary........ 'The yellow Bird'

O-100mph in 7.1 seconds 217 mph and it was produced in the 80's ........... It was recently put up against a long list of cars in Autocar's 0-100-0 challenge, There were very few cars that beat it to 100 mph, very few. The only 'standard' car from memory was the Enzo at 6.9 seconds....

Amazing car, truly amazing.....

MJC123 · 22nd May 2005, 21:35

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Originally Posted by Carrera2RS

This RUF is AWESOME, legendary........ 'The yellow Bird'

O-100mph in 7.1 seconds 217 mph and it was produced in the 80's ........... It was recently put up against a long list of cars in Autocar's 0-100-0 challenge, There were very few cars that beat it to 100 mph, very few. The only 'standard' car from memory was the Enzo at 6.9 seconds....

Amazing car, truly amazing.....

you got it! this is the ONE that was on the cover of Road and Track back in '87. It's the one from the Nurburgring video driven by Stefan. I remember exactly where I was when I first saw the mag, and have been in love with RUF cars ever since. What a treat to just sit in it!

jimmyz2 · 22nd May 2005, 22:33

I would never buy a yellow car,nevertheless a stunning car.