simonheo

Hi Guys,

Having trouble finding Ruf interior parts. Steering wheels seems easy, but shift **** and hand brake seem to be harder.

Any leads?

thanks.

Simon

secretcollector

Simon, have you called Mike Melville at RUF Auto US, the distributor? 248-304-9091. I'm sure he either has them in stock or can order them for you.

997rs4.0

I'm looking for a shifter as well! Please post if you find someone that sells them.

997rs4.0

Sorry, meant e brake! Managed to find a used shifter!

jcoles

I need a shifter too!

simonheo

Group buy? Let me Call Mike and see what he says!

997rs4.0

I'm in. Just recieved bumpers from Germany, waiting on my mirrors and then off to get some paint! Would really like to get an e brake to match my shifter!

simonheo

Called up Mike, they are no longer the RUF distributor...

Texas993

Dang, RUF is having trouble keeping their franchises in the US.

I will say that I have found the German folks very helpful and responsive. Send them an email.

speednme

It's sad because the guys in Michigan were very responsive and courteous. In all the years they(Ruf in Germany) have been around, they should have at least one distrubutor on each side of the coast with at least no less than three auto dealers selling their cars.

Parts were a huge part of their business, today not so much(for the new cars). It's funny how many Porsche enthusiasts have never heard of Ruf. By now 90% of enthusiast(young or old) should know Who or what a Ruf is.

I love the brand but they need to decide what they want their company's future to be. A small shop/dealer/retailer in Germany or a worldwide competitor of niche vehicles and parts. If they choose the latter..they are going to need a strategy to remain around for a long time...which will include recognizing their dealers as partners and not employees.

therossinator

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