1996 911 RUF Turbo R FS
10-26-2012, 02:50 AM
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1996 911 RUF Turbo R FS
Just saw this tonight. Coincidence that they are the same shop that modified my vehicle for the PO many years ago.
http://www.weissach.com/auto/detail/...d=1647&tp=auto
Great car and a very fair price given the recent engine refresh and paint. Sans the CTR2 bumpers but the stealth look of this machine has it's own appeal IMHO.
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http://www.weissach.com/auto/detail/...d=1647&tp=auto
Great car and a very fair price given the recent engine refresh and paint. Sans the CTR2 bumpers but the stealth look of this machine has it's own appeal IMHO.
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Geoff
10-26-2012, 10:20 AM
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nice car
I almost believe a higher mileage engine with a good refresh as noted is better then a lower mileage car with no refresh.... withen reason of course. They are becoming more rare these cars.....
10-26-2012, 11:09 AM
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If your point is that the pedigree of the vehicle is in question b/c these features are lacking, you're wrong. There are plenty of turbo R conversions with a variable number of the features you've listed. Case in point is the silver car that just sold from RAC in Dallas a few months ago.
Weissach was the former NA RUF representative, and as they've stated in the ad, this is 1 of 3 they converted in the early 2000's. I assume (based on the file I received with my conversion) they'll have a ton of documentation on this vehicle to verify that the engine is indeed modified to turbo R specs. As Mick stated, it gets even better when you factor in the recent top end refresh they've completed. That's what you're mainly paying for anyways. The rest of what you have listed (and more, just ask Steve !!) can be added.
Geoff
Weissach was the former NA RUF representative, and as they've stated in the ad, this is 1 of 3 they converted in the early 2000's. I assume (based on the file I received with my conversion) they'll have a ton of documentation on this vehicle to verify that the engine is indeed modified to turbo R specs. As Mick stated, it gets even better when you factor in the recent top end refresh they've completed. That's what you're mainly paying for anyways. The rest of what you have listed (and more, just ask Steve !!) can be added.
Geoff
10-26-2012, 11:10 AM
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Looks like a fair price for this car - I am happy to disucss with prospective owner $$ involved in adding the body kit (which I just did on mine).
Marshy, Weissach states in the add they did 3 conversions. I have one, understand you have one so that would be the other one and that's it? I thought they had done a bit more (like 5 or 6). Just curious.
Marshy, Weissach states in the add they did 3 conversions. I have one, understand you have one so that would be the other one and that's it? I thought they had done a bit more (like 5 or 6). Just curious.
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10-26-2012, 11:19 AM
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Looks like a fair price for this car - I am happy to disucss with prospective owner $$ involved in adding the body kit (which I just did on mine).
Marshy, Weissach states in the add they did 3 conversions. I have one, understand you have one so that would be the other one and that's it? I thought they had done a bit more (like 5 or 6). Just curious.
Marshy, Weissach states in the add they did 3 conversions. I have one, understand you have one so that would be the other one and that's it? I thought they had done a bit more (like 5 or 6). Just curious.
I noticed that as well. There must be more, although I have no way of verifying it.
There is another AR turbo R that Weissach completed. I believe the current owner is a R-lister (drdoug). I noticed a thread he commented on this summer where he mentioned he was having CTR-2 bumpers fitted for his vehicle. Gorgeous vehicle with the authentic black RUF seats !
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10-26-2012, 11:44 AM
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I see ... maybe this one is one of three BLACK Turbo Rs they did (!)
As part of my upgrades, I had the authentic RUF sports seats installed as well (my car did not have OEM sports seats so not a big loss IMO) - I really like them! I will try to post pictures this weekend.
(Koenig manufactures similar ones for a fraction of the price but oh well ... )
As part of my upgrades, I had the authentic RUF sports seats installed as well (my car did not have OEM sports seats so not a big loss IMO) - I really like them! I will try to post pictures this weekend.
(Koenig manufactures similar ones for a fraction of the price but oh well ... )
10-26-2012, 12:48 PM
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If your point is that the pedigree of the vehicle is in question b/c these features are lacking, you're wrong. There are plenty of turbo R conversions with a variable number of the features you've listed. Case in point is the silver car that just sold from RAC in Dallas a few months ago.
Weissach was the former NA RUF representative, and as they've stated in the ad, this is 1 of 3 they converted in the early 2000's. I assume (based on the file I received with my conversion) they'll have a ton of documentation on this vehicle to verify that the engine is indeed modified to turbo R specs. As Mick stated, it gets even better when you factor in the recent top end refresh they've completed. That's what you're mainly paying for anyways. The rest of what you have listed (and more, just ask Steve !!) can be added.
Geoff
Weissach was the former NA RUF representative, and as they've stated in the ad, this is 1 of 3 they converted in the early 2000's. I assume (based on the file I received with my conversion) they'll have a ton of documentation on this vehicle to verify that the engine is indeed modified to turbo R specs. As Mick stated, it gets even better when you factor in the recent top end refresh they've completed. That's what you're mainly paying for anyways. The rest of what you have listed (and more, just ask Steve !!) can be added.
Geoff
If your point is that I'm questioning the pedigree of the car, you're wrong! What I said reflects my personal opinion of which is that if I have a RUF modified 993 Turbo, I would also pay for the wheels, bodykit, seats, or badges to differentiate a RUF Turbo from a stock Turbo. A Ruf 993 built to your car's spec would be very nice indeed.
I also agree that the price of the RUF 993 Turbo is very attractive given a stock 993 turbo is priced several thousand dollars less.
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10-26-2012, 01:31 PM
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If your point is that I'm questioning the pedigree of the car, you're wrong! What I said reflects my personal opinion of which is that if I have a RUF modified 993 Turbo, I would also pay for the wheels, bodykit, seats, or badges to differentiate a RUF Turbo from a stock Turbo. A Ruf 993 built to your car's spec would be very nice indeed.
Maybe this owner liked an unadorned Ruf
Making this Ruf, even at today's exchage rate (79900.0 CAD = 80293.4378454 USD), seemingly excellent value (despite the 141,214 kms = 87746.3 miles cause the "REFRESH BUTTON HIT"...
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10-26-2012, 02:20 PM
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When I bought Rufus, it had the Turbo R engine and oil cooler, the Ruf wheels and suspension, Ruf strut brace, Ruf floor mats, 3 of the 4 Ruf pedals, and the CTR front bumper (but unpainted, and not on the car). Over many years, I gathered the rest of the Ruf stuff and now have a very complete conversion, with every tidbit from the Ruf catalog (except the integral roll cage which requires removing the roof (of the Ruf)). Its been great fun and quite costly, but I have the car just the way I want it. Its finally done!
This subject car looks really nice, and can be left just as is, or the new owner may get enjoyment by adding the Ruf tidbits as taste and budget dictate.
This subject car looks really nice, and can be left just as is, or the new owner may get enjoyment by adding the Ruf tidbits as taste and budget dictate.
10-26-2012, 02:51 PM
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I might go take a look at it on the way home from work today. My bd's coming up ... my wife would shoot me. I bet it'd run pretty good with my intercooler. I'll send a link to a couple of friends too.
10-26-2012, 04:48 PM
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Wow. 80,000 for a car with 87,000 miles on it. RUF engine conversion or not. It's basically my car, but my engine was done by Protomotive. Same suspension and I have a superior Cargraphinc oil cooler. I was thinking of selling mine, but i believe I'll wait. I know I'll get blasted by y'all whom worship RUF, but c'mon. Their price I think is stupid! Nice car though.