Ruf unveils the Rodeo Concept and the first production SCR

Ruf Automobile GmbH, manufacturer and creator of bespoke sports cars that combine performance and suitability for everyday use, has unveiled the Ruf Rodeo Concept and the first production Ruf SCR at its headquarters in Pfaffenhausen, Germany.

The Rodeo Concept was inspired by the Rodeo Drive Concours d'Elegance and its founder and friend of Ruf, Bruce Meyer. Also serving as further inspiration was Ralph Lauren's 2011 Western Collection and Ruf Enthusiast and Collector Phillip Sarofim who has roots in Texas.

The car features the same carbon fibre monocoque chassis as the CTR Anniversary and the SCR, but with a four-wheel drive system to handle challenging off-road use, larger all-terrain tyres, as well as a longer-travel suspension. The Rodeo Concept can accommodate either a normally aspirated or turbocharged Ruf flat-six engine.

Also shown alongside the Rodeo Concept was the first production Ruf SCR.

The SCR features a 4.0-litre naturally aspirated flat-six engine producing 503bhp and 470Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a six-speed manual gearbox, which gives the car the optimal mechanical feel.

The SCR also sports a carbon fibre monocoque chassis and a full carbon fibre body-shell that is reinforced by an integrated roll cage, allowing the car to weigh in at just 1,250kg. The car is equipped with push-rod suspension on both axles. A spoiler has been added to generate high downforce and keep the Ruf SCR stable at its top speed of 320km/h.