1990 911 Carrera 2 RUF RCT EVO

The original RUF RCT (Ruf Carrera Turbo), introduced in 1992, was born out of RUF’s ingenuity in repurposing surplus parts from BTR conversions of Porsche 964 models. Built on the 964 platform, the RCT combined a 3.6-liter turbocharged flat-six with Bosch Motronic management to produce up to 370 hp and 395 lb-ft of torque—delivering performance on par with the earlier BTR models. In keeping with RUF’s philosophy of blending performance with everyday drivability, the RCT retained much of the 964’s usability while offering significantly enhanced speed and handling. The RCT EVO is a modern evolution of that concept, offering 425 hp along with optional carbon-ceramic brakes, center-lock wheels, and an integrated roll cage. True to RUF’s bespoke nature, the RCT EVO could be configured in various body styles and drivetrain layouts, making it a versatile yet highly capable continuation of the original RCT's spirit.

This RCT EVO started life as a 1990 911 Carrera 2 Coupe 5-Speed and was sent to RUF Automobile Canada for conversion following the owner’s purchase in April of 2023. As part of the transformation, the sunroof and drip rails were deleted, a fixed rear spoiler was added, and the car was refinished in its original shade of Baltic Blue Metallic. Inside, the cabin was reupholstered with bolstered sport seats in custom Oyster leather, along with minimalist pull-strap door panels that eliminated the standard armrests and storage pockets. Under the rear decklid, a RUF-built 3.6-liter M64-based flat-six features a RUF turbocharger, intercooler, sequential multiport fuel injection, and twin-plug ignition, producing 442 horsepower according to a December 2023 dyno sheet.

While RUF RCT EVOs are quite rare, we’ve actually seen two examples cross the block already this year. The first failed to sell at RM’s Miami sale, while the second—an example built by RUF Canada—hammered at $661,500 back in March. This latest RCT EVO sold at a final bid of $583,000, landing right in line with expectations, but still representing a bit of a deal compared to the car that sold earlier. Well bought.

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