Caterham Super Seven (01 on) - Review

Review by David Ross on
Last Updated: 05 November 2009
The Caterham 7 has essentially been in production since 1957, and it still looks much the same as it did back then - although not one component remains of the original car. The concept is unchanged too - providing the purest driving experience and the most performance possible for the money. These days you can specify your 7 to suit your intended purposes, be that belting around race tracks or cruising leafy lanes, and you can even have it upscaled so that you'd fit in it properly. But although its advanced over the years, the Caterham is still not a car if you're looking for comfort and offers a back to basics approach. It is hugely involving to drive though and great fun on an open road.
3.5 out of 5

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Buying new

Virtually no two Caterhams are identical so buying new is the only way to be sure of getting exactly what you want. There’s plenty of variation in size, comfort levels and performance which varies from quick to mind boggling. There's no haggling though - Caterham's sell in few numbers and there are only two dealers - one in Leicester and of course one in Caterham.

3 out of 5

Buying used

If you can find one that suits your needs then you can make a useful saving, but the car holds its money so well that even tired old examples command over a strong price. Joining the owner's club is very advisable and the factory is the best place to buy a used one from.

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3.5 out of 5

Selling

It's an extreme car and an extravagance for most people but as the definitive article, its on most car enthusiasts wish list at some point in their lives and demand remains strong.