1996 Caterham Super 7, titled as 1967 Lotus Super Seven
Contact Chuck: 419-618-3855
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This is a Caterham and, as you may know, is actually the continuation car of Lotus Seven, as Lotus sold all their interest in the Seven to Caterham Cars. It was built in 1996, however, it is titled as a 1967 Lotus with correct original Caterham vin number SDKLLKRGSS0347700.
Caterhams are known to be superior to the original Lotus Seven as they had modifications to make them stronger, safer, faster, and truer to their original configuration. If you are in the market for a great sports car that is fun to drive, great to look at, and makes a good investment, you need to consider this Lotus 7. It has had one previous owner that maintained it to the highest level. Speedstar Auto in Houston Texas known for repairing/maintaining some of the greatest vintage race cars had kept this car to a very high level for its customer.
Exterior: True to British Lotus heritage, it was painted British racing green/yellow. The exterior paint is all original, is in excellent condition and has a high gloss. This Caterham has never been in any accidents and all panels are original. All the exterior lights work great including turn signals, horn, and has a windshield wiper that easily mounts to top of windshield. Wheels are Minilites and they have no curb rash. Tires are like new. Convertible roof/side curtains are perfect as they have only been on this Caterham for photographs.
Interior: This model is a long cockpit and is more desirable for taller drivers. Seats are very comfortable and are in great shape-there are no tears or stains of any kind. Carpets are also in like-new condition. All gauges work with accuracy. Parking brake holds as it should. Steering wheel is a Quick release Momo brand, which is a necessity for a Lotus 7.
Mechanicals/Engine: Motor is a Ford Sprint 1700 crossflow with larger valves and a hotter road cam producing approx. 150HP. Dual Webers, dry sump oil system, MSD electronic ignition with adjustable rev. limiter. The motor has been rebuilt and has around 400 miles on it. This Lotus starts right up and idles smoothly. There is no smoke on start up and revs up with no hesitation. The transmission is a 4-speed Quaife limited slip rear end, coil over shocks with adjustable springs, disc brakes in front and drums in rear. This is no ordinary Caterham as it has been set-up for high horsepower reliable street use.
Included in the sale is the Tonneau cover, Convertible top, side curtains, original tool kit, spare tire.
