Caterham 7 ---

1958 Lotus Super Seven Description

This is a unique and very fast Caterham 7 SV (wide body) first sold in 2007 in Delaware. It is nowregistered in California and is smog exempt here. Unlike the standard body, it is easiy to get in and outand has leg room for a 6’+ driver.About 4000 miles ago, its original 2 liter Zetec engine was rebuilt with forged rods, pistons, ARP studs,and CNC ported big valve rare SVT head for boost application. Turbo installation, intake, and exhaust areall custom. Engine management was converted to Electromotive for ease of tuning. Now it is tractionlimited in the first 3 gears, especially with treaded tires, even with the current modest 11-12 lbs ofboost, generated by Garrett GT28RS turbo. It is making about 305 HP (260 wheel HP) and is capable ofquite a bit more. Wide 245 section Maxxis tires have improved the traction issue.Followings are the options and other upgrades while lots of driving fun for the enthusiast comes asstandard.6 speed transmission,Lowered floor,4 piston AP racing calipers with vented front solid rear disc brakes,LSD with 3.62 gear,Just added new Caterham leather seats,Adjustable ride height,Quick release steering wheel,Two year old HD radiator,Almost new 15x8 front, 15x9 rear wheels with Maxxis 225 and 245 tires,Car comes with,Full roof,Half roof with zipper easy in,Original cloth seats,Side wind deflectors with doors off.Three extra sets of wheels and tires in 13, 15, and 16” diameters and width up to 8 inches. 13 and 16inch wheels are Caterham, 15” are aftermarket.Additional short exhaust ( see photo) without muffler for increased driving excitement,Original long arched front fenders and brackets,Call 949 525 7923 for all questions.