I'm joining the family!

[bencollins4]

After a few weeks of research and deliberation I put a deposit down on my first Caterham today. A 2004 Tracksport 30th Anniversary special. One of only 2 I understand?

Callum at Sevens and Classics sent me over some pictures before it was advertised and just had to go and see it. I was pretty much sold when I saw it in the flesh and it drove beautifully.

Great buying experience from these guys and Callum showed a lot more enthusiasm and interest in me than Caterham dare I say it!

Very much looking forward to picking it up in a week or so and getting to a few local meets!

Ben.

[bencollins4]

I believe it's the 'other' one Chris!

It's an '04 reg ending in HSK if that helps. Callum told me yours was sold in April.

This one's in a milder state of tune but still felt quick to me and sounded great!

Ben.

[bencollins4]

Yes it is - stunning colour in the flesh isn't it!

They did a bit of digging for me after I asked a few questions and Tim at S&C tells me that although they intended to make 15, they only made 2 and both will soon live in Sussex by the looks of it!

[bencollins4]

Yes, sounds good!

[bencollins4]

I'm in Etchingham on the East Sussex / Kent border.

[bencollins4]

I had a change of heart in the end, feeling the Tracksport might be a little too extreme for my predominantly road use and went for this Roadsport instead which I picked up on Saturday.





1.8 Supersport engine
6-speed
Lotus Azure blue
12,000 miles

First impressions are it's fantastic, although a busy week at work has meant I've only really driven it the 30 miles home from Brands Hatch. Seems to have plenty of power for now, makes a great noise and the fairly small tyres allow for lots of safe fun!

Roll on Saturday morning and some sunshine!

Edited by bencollins4 on Friday 24th October 03:36

[bencollins4]

The head won the day in the end. Hopefully my next one will be that colour!

[bencollins4]

I was looking closely at the tyres today and I think the fronts could be original! It's only done 12,000 miles so entirely possible I suppose. The rears are ZV3's I think and appear to be fairly new. I'll investigate as the year of manufacture should be on the tyre somewhere I think.

The gearing is crazy low, especially compared to my 330d but it makes a nice contrast and does keep the engine nicely on the boil!

Had a great cross-country trip to Sainsbury's today with my 4 year old squealing with excitement in the passenger seat.

[bencollins4]

On the subject of tyres, would anyone advise fitting slightly wider rear tyres or should I stick to the little 185's?

[bencollins4]

Thanks Mellow. The ZV3's look really narrow on the rear but it's just the tread pattern.
I'm more interested in how it drives than looks so I'll leave the sizes alone then.

[bencollins4]

Thanks guys!

I haven't had tyres that size since my Clio 16v 15 years ago! Just checked my fronts and they are original so I can't wait to try the handling with some good tyres.

I've done a few searches but what are the current suggestions for 185 60 14's? Mostly road use so not after ultimate grip, just a good all-rounder.

Thanks,

Ben.

[bencollins4]

Thank you. I'll look in to both of those. I've had Falkens on a few cars over the years and they've always performed well even if they don't last as long as some.