PORSCHE..... RUF – The KING of Porsche Tuners

RUF Automobile GmbH is a producer of high-performance vehicles, specializing in manufacturing new RUF automobiles from the bare chassis, conversions to RUF specification and the performance enhancement / refinement of Porsche cars.

Our expertise and decades of experience are reflected in the service, repair and refurbishment of Porsche sports cars.

Connoisseurs also know RUF as the best choice for restoration of historic Porsche cars to their original condition. http://www.ruf-automobile.de

 http://www.porscheperfect.com

RUF was started by Alois Ruf, Sr in 1939 as AUTO RUF, a general service garage. The business took on different ventures over the years including a gas station, full-sized passenger tourist bus, and bus company. Son, Alois Ruf Jr., is more responsible for the focus on Porsche customizations as his passion for true sports cars developed. When Alois' father, Alois Ruf, Sr., died in 1974, he vowed to continue the company's development and philosophy of innovation and quality.

 

Sneak Peek: The Oitavos, Sintra, Portugal

On September 1, the Oitavos, a five-star luxury hotel and spa, opened outside of Lisbon within the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park along the Atlantic coastline. The main attractions at the 142-room hotel are the Arthur Hills–designed Oitavos Dunes golf course, sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean, a full-service spa with 10 treatment rooms, an indoor and outdoor saltwater swimming pool, steam and sauna rooms with views of the preserved dunes, and several dining options including a gourmet restaurant, sushi bar, and tea lounge. (www.theoitavos.com)

—Jill Newman