--- title: "Carbon Fiber RUF Bergmeister Makes a 911 GT3 Seem Heavy" description: "The RUF Bergmeister is an ultra-lightweight roadster with a carbon fiber 911-style body, which just debuted at The Quail." date: "2022-08-21" modified: "2022-08-21" authors: - name: "Nico DeMattia" job_title: "Contributing Writer" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/nico-demattia" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/carbon-fiber-ruf-bergmeister-makes-a-911-gt3-seem-heavy" categories: - "Aftermarket" - "Car Tech" - "News" - "News by Brand" - "Porsche News" --- # Carbon Fiber RUF Bergmeister Makes a 911 GT3 Seem Heavy ![]() RUF continues its longstanding tradition of taking modern technology, wrapping it in classic Porsche styling, and modifying it to provide an old-school driving experience. One of RUF's two reveals at [The Quail]()—one of Monterey Car Week's most opulent events—was the ultra-lightweight Bergmeister roadster, a car so lightweight and stripped out it makes the [911 GT3]() seem bloated. The Bergmeister was inspired by '60s Porsche hillclimb cars, such as the Porsche 906, the 909 "Bergspyder," and 718 RS 60 Spyder, and that doesn't just seem like marketing, either. You can see bits of all of those cars in the Bergmeister's design. The Bergmeister's body was also penned by Tony Hatter, the designer of the 993-generation 911, Porsche's last air-cooled car. Unlike the aforementioned '60s Porsches, and Hatter's 993, the RUF Bergmeister's body is made entirely from carbon fiber. ![]() ![]() ![]() Continuing that lightweight theme is the cabin, almost entirely of which is skinned in Alcantara. The dashboard, steering wheel, seat bolsters, shift knob, door cards, and center console are all trimmed in the lightweight fuzzy stuff. That might make it lightweight but, as [*The Drive* has already discussed](), Alcantara interiors can become problematic over time. Although, the bucket seats feature lovely tartan inserts, which shouldn't get too sweaty. Stuffed in the rear of the Bergmeister is a twin-turbocharged 3.6-liter flat-six engine, making 450 horsepower and 442 pound-feet of torque. It only gets a six-speed manual transmission and power goes to the rear. Alongside the Bergmeister, RUF also debuted its new SCR for the first time in North America. The SCR uses Porsche's incredible naturally aspirated 4.0-liter flat-six from the GT3. It's a shame that the roofless Bergmeister doesn't get the GT3's 9,000 rpm screamer. Can you imagine that noise in a carbon-bodied roadster? ![]() ![]() ![]() “When we began building our own automobiles in 1974 it was all for the thrill of the drive,” said RUF owner Alois Ruf. “We are honored to be featured at The Quail and to celebrate the passion for driving with our friends. Bergmeister embodies the most elemental driving experience, while the SCR highlights the latest technology offerings from our team in Pfaffenhausen.” RUF didn't say exactly how light the Bergmeister is but it features a carbon body, an entirely Alcantara interior, and RUF even left off the rear bumper. So it's going to be super light. And it's hard to not love an ultra-light, carbon fiber roadster with 450 horsepower, and a manual transmission. I also like the "Caution Hot" signs flanking either side of the exposed exhaust because what good is a sports car without the danger of a little bodily harm? ![]() ![]() Got tips? Send 'em to *nico.demattia@thedrive.com* ## Author Nico is a writer and reviewer from New Jersey who probably thinks he’s a lot funnier than he actually is. His love of cars began when he was just a kid playing Gran Turismo 3, grinding out enough race wins with a Mazda Miata to save up for an in-game RUF 911. That passion for small, lightweight sports cars drove his desire to learn more about the industry, get his hands on as many cars as he could, and bring those experiences to life on the page. He cut his teeth writing about BMWs, Volkswagens, and Audis, mostly, and has owned far too many of each. He’s on his fourth 3 Series sedan, but all of his old, cheap German cars have forced him to learn more about car maintenance than his mechanical capability can handle. Too many late nights have been spent scrambling to get a car running by morning so he could get to work. For some reason, he never seems to learn that old Bimmers probably aren’t the best daily drivers. But he loves more than just old German cars. He’ll gladly drive and discuss anything with four (or even three) wheels. Cars aren’t his only passions, though. Nico is also a big nerd and loves movies, video games, comic books, and cares far too much about the New York Giants. So don’t be surprised if you see football references or dumb, obscure movie quotes in any of his car reviews. ### Author social links [Instagram]() [LinkedIn]()