1996 CATERHAM SEVEN (S3)

A rare opportunity to own one of just 30 limited edition Caterham Roadsport models, this being number 11, finished in distinctive factory Bugatti Blue with yellow stripe.

This is a genuinely sorted, well-maintained example featuring the highly desirable 1.4 K-Series Supersport engine, paired with the 6-speed gearbox and limited-slip differential—widely regarded as one of the best combinations for fast road driving. It offers an ideal balance of performance, usability and driver engagement without being overly aggressive.

Owned by me for the past 10 years, the car has been carefully maintained and only used in dry conditions, always garaged and never tracked during my ownership.

Key Details:

1996 Caterham Seven Roadsport LE (Limited Edition – No. 11 of 30)

1.4 K-Series Supersport engine (~105bhp)

6-speed gearbox

Limited Slip Differential (LSD)

Bilstein suspension

Approx. 17,800 miles

Long-term ownership (10 years)

Stored in a garage and used only in dry weather

Specification & Features:

Factory Supersport upgrade

Uprated suspension (Bilstein dampers)

Alloy wheels

Full weather gear

Tonneau cover

4-point harnesses

Heater

Spare wheel

Battery cut-off switch

Additional spares included in sale

Condition & Maintenance: The car presents very well and is in excellent condition for its age. It has clearly been cared for throughout its life and remains a strong, usable example.

Mechanically, the car is fully sorted and drives exactly as it should, with no known faults. The engine pulls cleanly, the gearbox is precise, and the chassis feels tight and responsive.

The car comes with history and documentation, and is ready to be enjoyed immediately—no work required.

Driving Experience: This is where the car really shines. The Supersport engine combined with the close-ratio 6-speed gearbox and LSD delivers an incredibly engaging drive, with strong acceleration and excellent balance.

Unlike more extreme Caterhams, this example is perfectly suited to fast road use—usable, confidence-inspiring and hugely rewarding without being intimidating.

Summary: A rare limited edition Caterham with an excellent specification, sensible mileage and careful ownership. These Roadsport LE models are becoming increasingly hard to find, particularly in this condition and with this drivetrain setup.

A fantastic opportunity to own a well-sorted, ready-to-enjoy example for the upcoming driving season.