1993 Caterham Super 7 Sprint

Lot Number: 513

1993 Caterham Super 7 Sprint

Factory-built Super 7 in classic colours, just 34,823 miles, 28 years current ownership and one former registered keeper. 

  • Sold for: £14,625

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 1st June, 2024 at 11.00am BST at Tatton Park, Knutsford, WA16 6QN

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    BRG/ Lotus Yellow

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    L571 CPH

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    34823 Miles

SUMMARY

Factory-built Super 7 in classic colours, just 34,823 miles, 28 years current ownership and one former registered keeper. 

DESCRIPTION

  • From 28 years current ownership, one former registered keeper and just 34,823 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

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
513
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

Exterior


Bodywork:

Glass:

Paint:

Chrome:

Trim:

Remarks

Very good

Interior


Door-Cards:

Carpets:

Seating:

Headlining:

Dashboard:

Boot:

Remarks

Good

Engine


Components:

Appearance:

Starting:

Running:

Remarks

Very good. - only done 34,800 from new.

Transmission


Gears:

Clutch:

Drive-Shaft:

Remarks

Very good.

Running Gear


Axles:

Chassis:

Suspension:

Bearings:

Brakes:

Wheels & Tyres:

Remarks

Good.

Electrics


Minor:

Major:

Remarks

Very good.

Vehicle History

Remarks

Extensive invoices - I am only the 2nd owner in 30 years!


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

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