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A Ruiner in GTA IV.

The Imponte Ruiner is an '80s 2-door muscle car found exclusively in Grand Theft Auto IV.

Design

The Ruiner's body is based on the third generation (1982-1992) GM F-Body (seen in the period's Pontiac Firebird, and Chevrolet Camaro). It has a T-top roof, with either glass or solid panels installed. The semi-concealed pop-up headlights are reminiscent of the 1984-1986 Nissan 300ZX (Z31 Series), and the sloping of the nose resembles that of the Camaro. The taillights and trunk spoiler are shaped like those of the Camaro, but the area between and below the taillights better resembles the Firebird, with "IMPONTE" and "Ruiner 450GT" positioned where the Firebird logo would be. The ground effects on the front are reminiscent of 1985-1990 Pontiac Trans Ams, and the third generation Z28 Camaros. The wheels resemble those of the Mitsubishi Starion, and the added pillars on the rear window may also come from the Starion.

All Ruiners feature a "Ruiner" decal along the lower part of the doors (harder to see on single-colored Ruiners), similar to the Camaro IROC-Z; the decals also share colors with the ground effects. They feature license plate frames that say "Ruining Imports Since '67", the year the GM F-body coupes debuted (and also possibly referencing to the Vigero).

The car is similar in appearance to the Buffalo from GTA San Andreas (itself based on the Camaro), however in GTA IV continuity, the Buffalo appears to be based on the Dodge Charger, not the Camaro.

Performance

The Imponte Ruiner is powered by a 7.3L (450ci) V8, coupled to a high-performance 5 speed gearbox in RWD configuration. Acceleration is very good, close to cars with a much higher price tag; its top speed is also quite good, brisk, yet controllable. The suspension is moderately firm, giving the Ruiner much needed grip in the turns, while still loose enough to have some fun with. Handling-wise, the Ruiner is a stellar performer - constant grip, very little oversteer, and a lot of torque. Braking is very good, if not the best in class, and ABS comes standard. Crash deformation is acceptable, but not great -- the Ruiner can be disabled after only a few crashes. Overall, it's a thrill to drive, and well suited for applications where no more than two people need transportation.

Notable owners

Ivan Bytchkov - Black with gold metallic trim (totaled)

Trivia

In Grand Theft Auto IV, the default radio station in the Ruiner is Liberty Rock Radio 97.8.

Gallery

Rear quarter view, with solid panels on the roof.

Rear quarter view, with solid panels on the roof.
A Ruiner with the somewhat rare golden paintjob.

A Ruiner with the somewhat rare golden paintjob.
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 ==Design==
-The Ruiner's body is based on the third generation (1982-1992) GM F-Body (seen in the period's [[wp:Third-generation_Pontiac_Firebird|Pontiac Firebird]], and [[wp:Third-generation_Chevrolet_Camaro|Chevrolet Camaro]]). It has a [[wp:T-top|T-top roof]], with either glass or solid panels installed. The semi-concealed pop-up headlights are reminiscent of the 1984-1986 [[wp:Nissan 300ZX#Z31|Nissan 300ZX (Z31 Series)]], and the sloping of the nose resembles that of the Camaro. The taillights and trunk spoiler are shaped like those of the Camaro, but the area between and below the taillights better resembles the Firebird, with but has "IMPONTE" and "Ruiner 450GT" positioned where the Firebird logo would be. The ground effects on the front are very reminiscent of 1985-1990 Pontiac Trans Ams. The wheels resemble those of the [[wp:Mitsubishi Starion|Mitsubishi Starion]], and the added pillars on the rear window may also come from the Starion.
+The Ruiner's body is based on the third generation (1982-1992) GM F-Body (seen in the period's [[wp:Third-generation_Pontiac_Firebird|Pontiac Firebird]], and [[wp:Third-generation_Chevrolet_Camaro|Chevrolet Camaro]]). It has a [[wp:T-top|T-top roof]], with either glass or solid panels installed. The semi-concealed pop-up headlights are reminiscent of the 1984-1986 [[wp:Nissan 300ZX#Z31|Nissan 300ZX (Z31 Series)]], and the sloping of the nose resembles that of the Camaro. The taillights and trunk spoiler are shaped like those of the Camaro, but the area between and below the taillights better resembles the Firebird, with "IMPONTE" and "Ruiner 450GT" positioned where the Firebird logo would be. The ground effects on the front are reminiscent of 1985-1990 Pontiac Trans Ams, and the third generation Z28 Camaros. The wheels resemble those of the [[wp:Mitsubishi Starion|Mitsubishi Starion]], and the added pillars on the rear window may also come from the Starion.
-All Ruiners feature a "Ruiner" decal along the lower part of the doors (but it is harder to see on single colored Ruiners), similar to the Camaro IROC-Z; the decals also share colors with the ground effects, which resemble those of third gen Z28 Camaros and 1985-1990 Trans Ams. They feature license plate frames that say "Ruining Imports Since '67," the year the GM F-body coupes debuted (and also possibly referencing to the [[Vigero]]).
+All Ruiners feature a "Ruiner" decal along the lower part of the doors (harder to see on single-colored Ruiners), similar to the Camaro IROC-Z; the decals also share colors with the ground effects. They feature license plate frames that say "Ruining Imports Since '67", the year the GM F-body coupes debuted (and also possibly referencing to the [[Vigero]]).
 The car is similar in appearance to the [[Buffalo]] from GTA San Andreas (itself based on the Camaro), however in GTA IV continuity, the Buffalo appears to be based on the Dodge Charger, not the Camaro.