Mar 5, 2012 6:38:06 PM
- BlackOctober
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Mar 5, 2012 6:38:06 PM
Mar 6, 2012 6:01:46 AM
Mar 6, 2012 9:42:55 PM
2012 Porsche 991 Ruf RGT-8 at Geneva Motor Show
RUF RGT 8
RUF at the Automobilsalon in Geneva 2012 -- Press Release
Mar 6, 2012 9:48:53 PM
i like that last shot of the RUF where you can see how they opened up the view to the engine - looks really good.
2010 997.2 turbo cab 6 speed / 08 Cayenne GTS Manual - 08 RS 60 sold -04 C4S sold - 08 Cayenne Turbo PDCC sold
KMM: I'm beginning to suspect that the gap is part of the audio tuning of the exhaust. Probably similar to how a whistle functions.
If one is interested in the highest technology exhaust system that utilizes the principles of a whistle, then there is really only one true expert in the world:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AgRoM4kf8gI
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73 Carrera RS 2.7 Carbon Fiber replica (1,890 lbs). Former: 73 911S, Two 951S's, 996 C2, 993 C2, 98 Ferrari 550 Maranello
964C2:
It would also explain the different coloured calipers. PCCB caliper at the rear, caliper for a conventional cast iron disc at the front.
This is the new "Half PCCB" option for the Non-S Carrera!
It's going to be a la carte: $2,000 per corner. Order as many as you need / like, up to 4, that is. You get a discount (~$1,000) if you order all 4 at once.
Mar 7, 2012 10:22:48 PM
Boxster Coupe GTS:
2012 Porsche 991 Ruf RGT-8 at Geneva Motor Show
RUF RGT 8
The RGT 8, first introduced here at Geneva in 2010, is now available based on the new Porsche 991 platform. The RGT 8 features the “all RUF”, naturally aspirated V8 that produces 550 hp. The flexibility of the V8 engine delivers extraordinary performance and a sound track that only a high‑revving, flat‑crank V8 can produce.The V8 engine was inspired by racing technology and features hemispherically arranged valves, 180 degree “flat” crankshaft, dry sump lubrication and direct drive ancillaries eliminating all drive belts. The RGT 8 is available with only a six-speed manual transmission powering the rear wheels.Technical Data RGT 8Power at 550ps/405kW @ 8500Torque at 500 Nm @ 4000 1/minDisplacement 4499 cm³Transmission 6-speed manualTop Speed 318 km/hFuel consumption:Urban 19.7 l/100 kmNon-urban 9.8 l/100 kmCombined 12.9 l/100 kmCO2 emissions 298 g/km
RUF at the Automobilsalon in Geneva 2012 -- Press Release
RUF RGT-8 V8 Porsche 991 - Geneva 2012
RUF RGT-8 V8 Porsche 991 - Geneva 2012 - HD Video Link
Mar 14, 2012 9:46:31 PM
Mar 24, 2012 9:26:33 AM
Boxster Coupe GTS:
Boxster Coupe GTS:
2012 Porsche 991 Ruf RGT-8 at Geneva Motor Show
RUF RGT 8
The RGT 8, first introduced here at Geneva in 2010, is now available based on the new Porsche 991 platform. The RGT 8 features the “all RUF”, naturally aspirated V8 that produces 550 hp. The flexibility of the V8 engine delivers extraordinary performance and a sound track that only a high‑revving, flat‑crank V8 can produce.The V8 engine was inspired by racing technology and features hemispherically arranged valves, 180 degree “flat” crankshaft, dry sump lubrication and direct drive ancillaries eliminating all drive belts. The RGT 8 is available with only a six-speed manual transmission powering the rear wheels.Technical Data RGT 8Power at 550ps/405kW @ 8500Torque at 500 Nm @ 4000 1/minDisplacement 4499 cm³Transmission 6-speed manualTop Speed 318 km/hFuel consumption:Urban 19.7 l/100 kmNon-urban 9.8 l/100 kmCombined 12.9 l/100 kmCO2 emissions 298 g/km
RUF at the Automobilsalon in Geneva 2012 -- Press Release
RUF RGT-8 V8 Porsche 991 - Geneva 2012
Ruf RGT-8 (991): Ruf-developed V8 normally aspirated 991-generation at Geneva...
Ruf RGT-8 (991) -- Ruf-developed V8 normally aspirated 991-generation at Geneva -- Video Link
Mar 24, 2012 2:26:50 PM
Mar 24, 2012 3:48:20 PM
I inquired about the Ruf RGT8 - $268k base. The number is based off of euro pricing so it is a moving target (they did not give me the euro number). They also did not tell me what is offered as base and what are the options (prices). Little frustrating as it was a serious inquiry (I was dealing with the US distributor for RUF).
It does have the 991 electronic steering, i asked if they could build around a 997.2 system, but did not get a direct reply on that question, all they said was that RUF can do a lot of customization. I think the NA V8 would be killer with those torque and horsepower numbers.
But there seem to be a few 4.0's popping up here and there in the US market and I think that is a more special car
Mar 24, 2012 4:49:54 PM
Mar 27, 2012 7:55:21 PM
This is interesting.. any thoughts?? The spoiler looks large underneath the cover
On Order: 991 C2S Basalt Black/Black - PDK, PSE, SPASM, SportChrono, etc.
Sold: 997.2 C2S Meteor Grey/Black - PDK, PSE, LSD, SportChrono, etc.
Sold: 997.1 C2S Black/Black - PSE, PCCB, -20mm/LSD, Short-shifter, SportChrono, etc.
Mar 28, 2012 4:49:16 PM
BlackOctober:
Carrara:
Looks like the current GT3 R to me.
+1
Not the GT3 R.. look at the other car that is wrapped up. Look at the mirrors... they're placed on the doors like for the 991 and you can clearly see the rollcage....
On Order: 991 C2S Basalt Black/Black - PDK, PSE, SPASM, SportChrono, etc.
Sold: 997.2 C2S Meteor Grey/Black - PDK, PSE, LSD, SportChrono, etc.
Sold: 997.1 C2S Black/Black - PSE, PCCB, -20mm/LSD, Short-shifter, SportChrono, etc.
Lukas:
BlackOctober:
Carrara:
Looks like the current GT3 R to me.
+1
Not the GT3 R.. look at the other car that is wrapped up. Look at the mirrors... they're placed on the doors like for the 991 and you can clearly see the rollcage....
From the pics I'd say the mirrors of the wrapped up car are placed in the window corner and not on the doors.
The secret of life is to admire without desiring.
Mar 28, 2012 8:34:19 PM
NEW 991 GT3 AND TURBO BUSY AT THE 'RING...
Our man at the Nordschleife spies Porsche working hard to ready the next round of 911 fun
(28 March 2012)
Mar 30, 2012 10:13:38 PM
Porsche 911 GT3 RSR 4.0
"MotorsFan17 filmed this special edition 911 GT3 RSR 4.0. Originally a normal 3.8 liter GT3 RS, but the owner decided to upgrade the engine to a 4.0 liters and created a new aerodynamic setup for his car.
You can clearly see he extended the wheel arches, widened the track of the wheels, fitted a new rear spoiler and added additional aero fins at the front. On the technical side, a new exhaust was installed and it seems the suspension has been tweaked as well."
Porsche 911 GT3 RSR 4.0 -- Video Link
...maybe a little inspiration for Andreas Preuninger and the team of engineers in Weissach developing the Porsche 991 GT3 RS?