1993 Caterham Super 7 Sprint

Lot Number: 935

1993 Caterham Super 7 Sprint

Factory-built Super 7 in classic colours with less than 35,000 miles from new. 

  • Sold for: £11,925

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 7th December, 2024 at 12.00pm GMT at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1FE

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    BRG/ Lotus Yellow

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    L571 CPH

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    34900 Miles

SUMMARY

Factory-built Super 7 in classic colours with less than 35,000 miles from new. 

DESCRIPTION

  • Two former keepers (one for 28 years) and less than 35,000 miles from new
  • Factory-built and still fitted with its original Ford 'Kent' 1,600cc crossflow engine, black leather Caterham bucket seats and full 4-point Caterham harnesses
  • Classically presented in British Racing Green and Lotus Yellow and fitted with the optional 'Prisoner' alloy wheels
  • Taken off the road in September 2009 and laid-up on axle stands with the wheels off for three years, prior to being collected by Paul Matty Sports cars for a mechanical refresh (see Condition Report)
  • After 23 years of summer-only use (2016) the car was delivered to Sevens & Classics to carry out a bodywork refurbishment (see Condition Report)
  • MOT until March 2025 issued with No Advisories
  • Low ownership and patently cossetted by all, we encourage you to come and have a look at this super little 7

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
935
Make
CATERHAM
Model
SUPER 7
Registration Number
L571 CPH
MOT Expiry
26/03/2025
Chassis Number
SDKRDKCMKP0268600
Engine Number
K2686MK
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
BRG/ Lotus Yellow

GALLERY

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.

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SCORE:

96 / 135

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Restoration Notes

Paul Matty Sports Cars collected the car by trailer in August 2012 and undertook the following work: Replaced top, bottom & heater hoses; OS/F caliper cleaned & freed up; replaces rocker cover gasket; Chassis cleaned up & N/S/|F Rack repaired. New rear tyres fitted;. All discs cleaned & new Bilstein shock absorbers fitted along with full service & MOT. A bodywork refurb was carried out by Sevens & Classics in 2016 including rubbing down front suspension to remove surface rust & flaking powder coating, repainted with black paint, mechanically polishing bodywork to restore the lustre, removing wings to do same. Removing roll-over bar, shot blast & powder coat & refitted. All bonnet catches replaced along with stainless rear wing protectors. Exhaust and exhaust guard polished. Momo steering wheel fitted and horn button relocated to dashboard.

About the Seller Rating


A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

Vehicles can be collected from the Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN on Sunday 8th December between 10am and 3pm and Monday 9th December between 9am and 1pm.

Our transport partner, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.

Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of the WEC by 1pm on Monday 9th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £175 plus VAT for a standard size vehicle or £275 plus VAT for a large vehicle (transit van/campervan etc.). Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.

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