Andrew Ritter's 1/43 Ruf CTR Yellowbird Model Hits The Market

Andrew Ritter is an artist known for his whimsical take on famous cars, bringing them to life in a cute, cartoony 3D style that’s both detailed and endearing. His company, Ritter Goods, has now ventured into the world of physical scale models with its first release: a 1/43 scale model of the iconic Ruf CTR Yellowbird.

Ritter Goods officially licenses and sells this charming, chibi-style version of the Yellowbird directly. Housed in a neat display case with a small information plaque, it's the first in what could become a series of reimagined vehicles.

Element 79 Collectibles meticulously crafts the model from numerous individually molded resin parts. This is the second time Element 79 Collectibles has sold the Yellowbird model—the first batch of 1,000 sold out in just three days last year. As a nod to the legendary 1980s Nurburgring lap the original Yellowbird made, Ritter even released a promo video of the model replicating that infamous half-sideways drift.

The model isn't exactly cheap, priced at $150 plus shipping, but it’s clear that the quality is top-notch. Every detail, from the undercarriage with its exhaust, turbo wastegates, and suspension, to the speedometer pegged at 211 mph—the top speed of the real car—shows just how much effort went into creating this tiny masterpiece.

If you’re eyeing one, don’t wait too long. Ritter has explicitly stated that he will discontinue the Ruf Yellowbird and transition to the next model in his lineup once this release sells out. If you’ve got the budget, it’s a must-have for car lovers with a taste for the adorable.