RUF CTR Anniversary: The Ultra-Rare, High-Performance Porsche Alternative Fetching Hypercar Money

The Legendary RUF CTR Anniversary: Beyond Porsche, Beyond Ordinary

When it comes to iconic performance cars, RUF has long been a name whispered with reverence among automotive enthusiasts. While RUF's 911-based models have always stood out for unleashing extreme power, today's RUF creations have become highly sought-after collectors' items. The record-shattering sale of the original RUF CTR "Yellowbird" at $6.1 million earlier this year has cemented RUF’s reputation not just for performance, but exclusivity— rivaling the world’s rarest hypercars.

Exclusivity and Provenance: One of Only 50

What may look like a classic Porsche 911 is actually something far rarer: this is the 2021 RUF CTR Anniversary. Unveiled at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show and produced to mark RUF’s 30th anniversary, only 50 CTR Anniversary units exist worldwide. This particular example, number 25, will be offered by RM Sotheby’s at Monterey Car Week, where it’s expected to command between $2.8 million and $3.4 million—more than triple its original €892,000 ($1.018 million) price tag.

Finished in eye-catching Riviera Blue, a special Paint to Sample color from Porsche’s palette, this CTR Anniversary has been driven less than 200 miles, making it essentially brand-new for a collector searching for absolute rarity and pristine condition. Originally ordered by a Florida enthusiast, it comes fully loaded with every available carbon fiber upgrade— including lightweight doors and a front-axle lift system. Carbon ceramic brakes and matching Riviera Blue brake calipers further emphasize its tailor-made, motorsport-inspired appeal.

Interior Excellence: Handcrafted Luxury Meets Motorsport DNA

Step inside, and the RUF CTR Anniversary’s interior dazzles with exclusive details. The seats combine Kevlar-carbon construction with premium black buffalo leather, pepita-fabric inserts, and distinctive Riviera Blue stitching. The cabin exudes functional elegance with matching blue seatbelts, a refined black Alcantara headliner, and lightweight titanium pedals—all underscoring the car’s unique blend of luxury and racing technology.

Engine and Performance: Twin-Turbocharged Power

Unlike others that embrace naturally-aspirated engines, RUF equips the CTR Anniversary with a fearsome 3.6-liter twin-turbocharged flat-six engine, producing 710 horsepower and 649 lb-ft (890 Nm) of torque. These staggering numbers rocket the car from 0 to 60 mph (0-96 km/h) in just 3.5 seconds and onward to a top speed of 224 mph (360 km/h)—performance befitting the world’s elite hypercars.

Market Position: Collectible, Exclusive, and Coveted

With only 50 units ever made and prices now soaring into multi-million-dollar territory, the RUF CTR Anniversary stands as a true unicorn in the world of high-end collectible cars. It offers something different from Singer’s restomod 911s—modern technology seamlessly fused with classic design and RUF’s signature engineering brilliance. For those passionate about extreme performance, carbon fiber craftsmanship, and celebrated flat-six engines, the CTR Anniversary is the ultimate crown jewel.

If you’re fortunate enough to be in the market for a modern classic that’s rarer and arguably more spectacular than even the finest Porsche, this RUF CTR Anniversary is as exclusive as it gets—waiting for a spot in your curated garage of automotive legends.