Chassis No. W09BC0360WPR06007
In the autumn of 1996, a celebration marked a milestone at RUF's
Pfaffenhausen, Germany headquarters: the finalization of the CTR 2,
exactly a decade after the debut of the original CTR "Yellowbird."
That car, so famously immortalized by Stefan Roser's fearless
N�rburgring lap captured in the film Faszination, had transformed
RUF from Porsche tuner to cult-status manufacturer. With its
211-mph top speed, the Yellowbird became the fastest car in the
world at the time-and a tough act to follow. Yet under the
leadership of Alois Ruf, they rose to the challenge. The CTR 2
would not only match the Yellowbird's wild ambition-it would
surpass it in nearly every measurable way.
Unveiled in 1995, the CTR 2 was the second generation of RUF's
ultra high-performance line, developed with full manufacturer
status granted by the German government. Furthermore, the CTR 2 was
the first road-legal RUF model sold in the United States. Built on
the Porsche 993-generation chassis, it was a ground-up reimagining
of the 911's potential. The CTR 2 featured a race-bred 3.6-liter
air-cooled flat-six engine inspired by the Group C Porsche 962.
Tuned initially to 520 horsepower, the twin-turbocharged engine
delivered 505 lb-ft of torque, propelling the car from zero to 100
km/h in just 3.6 seconds and to an estimated top speed of 217
mph.
More than just fast, the CTR 2 was a true engineering showcase. For
the first time in a CTR model, RUF offered all-wheel drive as an
option. Rear-wheel drive remained standard, but the available AWD
system with driver-adjustable front/rear torque bias offered
unparalleled grip. The drivetrain was paired with a RUF-modified
six-speed manual transmission capable of transferring the immense
power and torque. Forged modular 19-inch magnesium wheels framed
massive carbon-ceramic brake rotors, 14 inches in diameter front
and rear clamped by RUF-green calipers. This marked an extremely
early use of carbon discs on a production road car. Fade-free even
under extreme heat, these brakes shaved an incredible 66 pounds
from the car and delivered phenomenal stopping power: 126 feet from
60 mph and just 216 feet from 80 mph.
The exterior styling marked a departure from RUF's traditional
understatement. While based on the 993, the CTR 2's visuals were
sharpened for both beauty and purpose. In fact, Alois Ruf is quoted
as saying they could be "riskier with the design" when compared
with the Yellowbird. Composite fenders and bumpers replaced steel
to save weight. Wind tunnel-shaped side mirrors hugged the
A-pillars. The rain gutters, long a structural necessity on 911s,
were eliminated-made possible by RUF's integrated roll cage (IRC)
that also bolstered crash safety and reduced wind noise. The
showpiece, however, was the bi-functional rear wing. Not only did
it generate critical high-speed downforce, but it also housed two
air intakes-one feeding the airbox, the other channeling cooling
air to the twin intercoolers nestled in the rear haunches.
Inside, the CTR 2 was equally refined. Leather wrapped nearly every
surface-dash, seats, doors, and console-lending to an upscale feel
absent in most performance machines. Specially contoured seats
offered increased lateral support, and amenities like air
conditioning, power windows and mirrors, and even a premium stereo
remained intact. RUF achieved the impossible: race-ready dynamics
wrapped in grand tourer luxury.
But even this wasn't enough for Alois Ruf. Determined to push the
envelope further, RUF developed the CTR 2 Sport, a track-focused
evolution of the standard car. Of the 29 CTR 2s produced, just 14
were CTR 2 Sports-lighter, wider, with a more powerful
580-horsepower engine, and even more exclusive. Wider fenders
accommodated beefier brakes and tires, while the suspension was
dialed in further for circuit use. CTR 2 Sports retained all the
aerodynamic and mechanical advancements of their siblings but added
an extra layer of intent.
To prove its merit and further test the design, RUF entered two CTR
2 Sport prototypes into the grueling 1997 Pikes Peak International
Hill Climb. Built to both FIA and Pikes Peak regulations, these
wide-body Sports were piloted by brothers Steve and David Beddor.
Unlike their competition, the CTR 2 Sports were not stripped-out
specials-they were street-legal, tractable, and driven under their
own power to and from the mountain. Steve Beddor qualified first
overall and finished 2nd in the race, while David came 4th-losing
only to a purpose-built, lightweight special.
Ordered by the patriarch of the Beddor family, Frank Beddor, this
rare 1998 CTR 2 Sport, stands apart even among its rarefied peers.
Finished at RUF from a body-in-white chassis in June 1998, it is
one of just 14 CTR 2 Sports and just one of only four selected with
all-wheel drive. Beddor specified his new CTR 2 Sport in
non-metallic Black over a Black leather interior. RUF offers a very
high level of customization to its clients, yet Beddor's level was
likely higher than most having hosted a wedding reception in
Minnesota for Alois and his new wife Estonia!
According to the clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report, the Beddor
family retained the CTR 2 Sport until 2007 when it was sold to
Richard Gundeck of New Jersey. Upgrades and cosmetic repairs were
carried out at the RUF factory in Pfaffenhausen, Germany after the
Sport was involved in a mishap while in transport. This refresh
included the installation of a full green leather interior that
covers the dashboard, integrated roll cage, steering wheel, seats,
center console, shift knob, and interior door top rails and
Bilstein PSS10 coilovers. These upgrades only further enhance the
dual nature of the CTR 2 Sport: brutal speed balanced by genuine
usability. After Gundeck's ownership, the car changed hands between
two of the most prominent modern sports car collections in the
world.
Today, this rare RUF CTR 2 Sport is offered with just 16,679 miles
at the time of cataloging along with a recent full service from RUF
North America completed in July 2025. As is laid bare, the CTR 2
isn't just a sequel to the Yellowbird-it's a declaration of RUF's
singular vision as a stand-alone icon born from a race-bred heart,
refined with luxury and wrapped in carbon and Kevlar. Built in
minuscule numbers and capable of running in front of the world's
most exotic supercars, the CTR 2 remains a true superlative-one
that continues to hold a revered place among those who value
exceptional performance, bespoke build quality, and membership to a
very exclusive club of RUF CTR pilots.
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