Tag: Ruby Star

  • Is this Violet / Rubystar S/T the Definition of Aquired Taste?

    Is this Violet / Rubystar S/T the Definition of Aquired Taste?

    Porsche Centre North Toronto made waves this week when they shard photos of a recent 911 S/T arrival in their showroom. Specced by Marty @OneMan1138, this S/T is laden with Sonderwunsch special wishes touches in a way that’s highly attention-grabbing and likely also polarizing.

    The basic specs provided by Porsche Centre North Toronto are these. The car includes 44 bespoke options, including most obviously the color scheme in Ultra Violet, Ruby Star Classic and Racing Yellow. As you can see from inside shots, the interior follows along on the colors and the theme.

    First up, Porsche Ultra Violet (ultraviolett; non-metallic UNI; M4A / G7; Porsche) is a 911 GT3 RS color from the 991 era. Ruby Star Classic a.k.a. Rubystone Red (sternrubin; non-metallic UNI; 82N; Porsche) is effectively a hot pink that was a 964-era Carrera Cup color that has remained a cult classic since its inception. The two together are an interesting pair in their own right, though throw in Racing Yellow (renngelb; non-metallic UNI; 1S1 / P3; Porsche) and the net effect goes so much further.

    The car, known as “ONEMAN”, isn’t for sale. We’re classifying it in our Market Find – Acquired Taste section in addition to color check because it is such an opinion-generating build. Congratulations to Marty on the new S/T. We hope it’s everything you expected, and it is truly unforgettable.

  • European Market Find: Rubystone Red Porsche 968, Low Mileage / High Price

    European Market Find: Rubystone Red Porsche 968, Low Mileage / High Price

    What: 1992 Porsche 968 Coupé
    Color: Rubystone Red a.k.a. Ruby Star (sternrubin; 82N; Porsche)
    Interior: Blue
    VIN: N/A
    Mileage: 42,125 km / 26,175 miles
    Price at Time of this Writing: € 74,900
    CarFax: N/A
    Window Sticker: N/A
    Location: Heteren, NL
    Dealer listing: Link

    Why we love mention it:

    The Porsche 968 is (or rather was) one of the last good deals in the Porsche market. It’s also arguably one of the best Porsches of the transaxle era. And while the European market only Clubsport or the super rare Turbo are the big money versions, super low mileage, great spec and incredible condition can approach 911 money. Take for instance this Rubystone Red version sitting inventory at Porsche Centrum Gelderland in the Netherlands.

    At little over 26,000 miles logged, the car is practically new. And we’d argue that while perhaps polarizing, the spec is incredible. From the 964 era Carrera Cup comes the original Rubystone Red (a.k.a. Ruby Star), and it’s paired with blue leather and partial Studio Check fabric seats.

    A translation of the meat and potatoes of the listing goes as follows:

    Hereby we offer you this beautiful 968 3.0 Targa with only 42,000 km! Presented in a truly fantastic color combination. The exterior in the cult color Rubystone with the interior in a combination of leather and fabric in multicolor cobalt blue. Exactly as it was delivered new to its first owner by Porsche Zentrum Alltöttnig in Germany. The original purchase invoice, many other invoices, the maintenance booklets and the original German Letter are all present.

    Worth noting, while amazingly pristine, our eye is catching two potential modifications that **could** have come from the factory. These include the chin spoiler (that was possibly a Porsche Tequipment accessory) and the adjustable rear spoiler that appears to be identical to the design on the 968 Turbo. Factory replica parts like these do exist in the aftermarket, which would be less desirable on a car this original. It’s possible these were special wishes items, but that should be checked via the mentioned original purchase invoice the dealer has on file or with the Porsche Classic department in Stuttgart.

    Another peculiarity worth noting on any European market 968 (or 944, or 924) is the mention of the term “Targa”. In the U.S., familiarity with G-body 80s 911 models with full open Targa roofs can be confusing when you see one of these cars listed also as “Targa”. In regard to the transaxle cars mentioned, a Targa simply refers to the very large sunroof that came on these cars from the factory.

    Whether those parts are original or not, that’d be easy to rectify for an owner seeking ultimate originality. And if they’re not original and you like OEM plus upgrades from maybe the ultimate 968 model ever, consider it a bonus.

    As with any of our European Market Finds, this car is older than 25 years, making it an easy import into the U.S.A. should you be so inclined.


  • Porsche Teams up with Backdrop to Bring an Array of Colors to Your Home

    Porsche Teams up with Backdrop to Bring an Array of Colors to Your Home

    Atlanta. Bringing historic Porsche paint colors into your home for the first time, Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA) today announced a unique collaboration with premium paint brand, Backdrop, to inspire unique interior designs. Coinciding with the 75th anniversary of the very first Porsche taking to the road, the two brands, each defined by their use of color, have selected the following assortment of vibrant colors from several eras of Porsche sports cars:

    • Irish Green: First seen in 1964 on a 356C sports car, the dark hunter green shade is also one of the first colors to grace the Porsche 911. It’s a color as timeless as the sports car itself.
    • Speed Yellow: This vibrant yellow first appeared on the Porsche 911 in 1991. Not for the shy or Sunday driver, the color is distinctly tied to the sports car and the Porsche brand.
    • Ruby Star: Dating back to 1991 and seen on Porsche 911, 928 and 944 models over the years, Ruby Star is a deep magenta red that is distinct, bold and joyous.
    • Riviera Blue: An electric bright blue, the head-turning and audacious color was developed in 1994 and has been seen on the 911, 928, and 968 models.

    The collection will be available exclusively at www.backdrophome.com/Porsche starting today through the end of the year.

    “Individualization is at the core of Porsche. Whether it’s a custom-built Taycan or your home office, we want to inspire all to dream in full color,” said Ayesha Coker, Vice President of Marketing of PCNA. “Together with Backdrop, we’ve curated a series of bright, saturated colors that have significance to us and are sure to bring the beloved Porsche aesthetic to your home interior design.”

    Porsche currently offers 180 shades through its Paint to Sample program, with the option to specify a totally bespoke color from a much wider pallet through Paint to Sample Plus, which requires extensive feasibility testing. These colors are in addition to the wide selection of paint choices Porsche already offers on its vehicles, including several non-metallic colors, and additional metallic colors.

    “Everything we do at Backdrop centers around our love of color. Naturally, we jumped at the chance to work with an iconic brand like Porsche, which has always been synonymous with its bold, statement-making color palette,” said Natalie Ebel, Co-Founder of Backdrop. “It has been an absolute dream come true to collaborate with Porsche, especially during its 75th anniversary year, and to be inspired by its rich history. I am incredibly excited to translate our shared love of design and spirit of self-expression into a collection that will take on new life in our homes and on our walls.”

    The four-piece collection will be available in a custom-designed, co-branded collectible paint can with a limited-edition Porsche 75 leather key chain. It will retail for $75 for a gallon at www.backdrophome.com/Porsche.

    Backdrop Affiliate ID: Pepperjam/Skimlinks 131940

    About Backdrop

    Created by husband and wife duo Natalie & Caleb Ebel, Backdrop is The New Way to Paint. The company has transformed the whole process of painting from start to finish – from curating the perfect color palette to sourcing the highest quality supplies. Backdrop offers premium, Green Wise certified, and low-VOC paints that come in beautifully redesigned, award-winning paint cans, 12×12’’ removable adhesive samples, the highest quality supplies, and a perfectly curated palette of 75+ colors – all quickly delivered to your door. Since its launch in November 2018, each Backdrop sale has contributed to the International Rescue Committee, which helps displaced families in some of the most challenging places in the world, and in 2020 Backdrop became the first Climate Neutral certified paint company. 

    In 2021, Backdrop was acquired by renowned luxury design house F. Schumacher & Co (FSCO) and joined the company’s stable of global design brands, which includes Schumacher, the legendary textile and wallpaper brand founded in 1889; Patterson Flynn Martin, the luxury rug and carpet brand; and Frederic, Learn more at www.backdrophome.com and @backdrop.

    About Porsche Cars North America, Inc. | One Porsche Drive, Atlanta, GA 30354 USA

    Established in 1984, Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA) is the exclusive U.S. importer of the Porsche 911718 Boxster718 CaymanMacanCayennePanamera and Taycan. The Porsche Car Configurator can be used by anyone to customize and pre-order any vehicle in that lineup at any time. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, since 1998, PCNA is home to the first Porsche Experience Center in North America, which features two module-based 1.6 mile driver development tracks, a business center and Restaurant 356. The campus is also home to the U.S. headquarters of Porsche Classic. The company operates a second Porsche Experience Center near Los Angeles. That complex features a driver development track with eight educational modules totaling 4.1 miles, a business center, Restaurant 917 and the headquarters of Porsche Motorsport North America. PCNA supports 202 independently owned and operated Porsche dealerships in the U.S., four Porsche studios and five satellite stores in the U.S., including supplying parts, service, marketing, and training. They, in turn, work to provide Porsche customers with a best-in-class experience that is in keeping with the Porsche brand’s 75-year history of leadership in the advancement of vehicle performance, safety, and efficiency. PCNA is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Porsche AG, which is headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany.*

    At the core of this success is Porsche’s proud racing heritage that boasts some 30,000-plus motorsport wins to date.

    Photos and video footage are available to accredited journalists on the Porsche Press Database and on the Porsche Cars North America Newsroom.

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