1985 Ruf BTR III Targa
A true piece of Porsche and Ruf history, this 1985 Ruf BTR III Targa is a one-owner car with an unmatched pedigree and documentation that tells its entire story from day one. Owned by a single meticulous enthusiast and maintained with unparalleled detail, this car’s history includes the original purchase order from Ruf, every registration document, full service records, correspondence with Alois Ruf himself, and the official Ruf Conversion Certificate – all preserved in a comprehensive 4" binder.
Factory-converted by Ruf with the legendary BTR III Turbo engine, G50 5-speed transmission, CTR brake system, Ruf suspension, and countless other bespoke upgrades, this Targa represents the pinnacle of Ruf’s 1980s engineering mastery. With just 45,000 original kilometers and a life spent mostly on weekend track events, it has been cherished and driven as intended.
SV Auto is currently performing a full, concours-level restoration, returning the car to its original Guards Red finish with a complete mechanical, cosmetic, and interior rebuild. This is a rare opportunity to secure one of the best-documented Ruf builds in existence – restored to perfection and ready to join the next chapter of its legendary story. Serious inquiries only.
This car has the following Ruf installed options:
- BTR III Turbo engine - with Motronic management
- 5 Speed G50 transmission with limited slip, including G50 torsion tube installation
- Body modification for turbo engine, electrical system and fuel system
- Turbo oil tank
- Ruf front bumper and Ruf front oil cooler
- Ruf installed air conditioning
- Ruf suspension
- Ruf wheel kit, 17"
- Ruf instrument kit (gauges)
- Dashboard modification for AC vents by Ruf, leather covered
- Ruf CTR Brake system (calipers & rotors & master cylinder)
- Turbo rear spoiler
- Seat harness belts
- Ruf steering wheel
- Ruf interior modifications
We are currently doing a full restoration on this car, including a flawless repaint with Glasurit
Guards Red (original color), full engine rebuild, full transmission rebuild, brake rebuild, suspension rebuild, new leather upholstery including dash, gauge restoration, wheel refinish, electrical system refurbish and much more.