New caterham

[nokiatang]

Hi everyone looking to buy my first caterham and I got two choices within the price range. I want to know which one looks better

Also I want to know what colour do you think looks better




Also which engine is better a Rover k series 1.6 or a Ford 1.7 X flow

Please advice me as I need you guys help

[ReverendCounter]

I prefer the white but whichever doesn't have the K-series is the one I would go for. Both look great!

[Eric Mc]

I’m a sucker for yellow and green 7s- with Ford engines. But I’m biased.

[CanAm]

Eric Mc said:

I’m a sucker for yellow and green 7s- with Ford engines. But I’m biased.

But you recommended that I get a K-series.
And I've had it for 14 years now!

[DoubleD]

ReverendCounter said:

I prefer the white but whichever doesn't have the K-series is the one I would go for. Both look great!

What makes you say that?

[BertBert]

There's probably a bit more to it than the colour!

The Supersrpint is a live axle, but the newer one will I presume be dedion for example.

Probably need to look at the rest of the specs to make more sense of it.

Bert

[HustleRussell]

DoubleD said:

ReverendCounter said:

I prefer the white but whichever doesn't have the K-series is the one I would go for. Both look great!

What makes you say that?

Lack of experience.

[ReverendCounter]

HustleRussell said:

DoubleD said:

ReverendCounter said:

I prefer the white but whichever doesn't have the K-series is the one I would go for. Both look great!

What makes you say that?

Lack of experience.

Yes, my one experience of a K engined car is one which didn't even make the journey home after purchase before seizing, despite plenty of evidence from the seller of an MLS upgrade, amongst other parts.

However in this particular instance I think a non K series will give the OP more peace of mind. If OP is fully aware of *POSSIBLE* liner issues etc etc etc, then it may be a solid buy - but that question wasn't asked.

Hence, my preference would be for a non-K engined car.

[DoubleD]

ReverendCounter said:

HustleRussell said:

DoubleD said:

ReverendCounter said:

I prefer the white but whichever doesn't have the K-series is the one I would go for. Both look great!

What makes you say that?

Lack of experience.

Yes, my one experience of a K engined car is one which didn't even make the journey home after purchase before seizing, despite plenty of evidence from the seller of an MLS upgrade, amongst other parts.

However in this particular instance I think a non K series will give the OP more peace of mind. If OP is fully aware of *POSSIBLE* liner issues etc etc etc, then it may be a solid buy - but that question wasn't asked.

Hence, my preference would be for a non-K engined car.

Was that K in a Caterham?

[forest07]

I prefer the K series than the Ford Sigma but would have either if the spec and price looked right. Had a Duretec which was fun, but still preferred my first Superlight.
I personally wouldn’t have the classic green and yellow colours, although many prefer that classic look.

[DoubleD]

The green and yellow is a bit too.....retro

Im trying to be polite ha ha

[braddo]

I can't imagine going for a modified crossflow on carbs over a K-seires in the name of reliability!

[PiersR]

One of them is from Sevens & Classics. You cannot go wrong buying from these guys. They are all Ex Caterham and know their 7's inside out.

I have had both a 1700 Super Sprint (for 25 years) and now a K series R300 (10 years). I would never go back to the crossflow. The K suits the 7 much better and parts for the Ford Crossflow are going up and up in price. However, you should drive both and then decide. The difference between live axle and De Dion is also worth looking at seriously and what gear box both have. Having 5 speed is beneficial. I had the 4 speed on the crossflow and cruising gets to you, as once you go over 3500 rpm, it drinks petrol. The K is more fuel efficient, but you don't buy a 7 for max MPG.

Piers

[Stuart7]

The dark green X flow looks like the late Michael "Stridey" Stride's car.
If so, it's a great car that's been well maintained, by The 7 Workshop I think.
Recently had a new gearbox.

Stridey - blatting across the clouds

[Shropcat]

The green car has a £700+ Raceco Titanium Exhaust on it which is very nice but beware that it will not have a catalyst converter within it so you may need either the original exhaust which does have a cat in it or a 'friendly' MOT garage. It may not pass the emission test (if the age of the car requires it) just with the Raceco.

[nokiatang]

Thanks to everyone I will try to have a look both as I like white one but not sure is the dealer good, it is called Graham Walker Ltd but the yellow is from a caterham specialist? Is there anyone deal with Graham Walker Ltd on Chester before? Coz they only provide 3 months warranty.

[nokiatang]

Hi I got the full spec here with price here, please have a look for me both look so nice with lovely uk design

https://www.sevensandclassics.com/showroom/caterha...

https://www.grahamwalkerltd.co.uk/vehicle/caterham...

[nokiatang]

By the way, the reason behind for me to get a car like this because I love cars with passion and at the same time, I am working for the nhs so the only time I am really enjoying myself is the time when I am driving to work and want to get somthings positive for myself during this time

[DoubleD]

Well you have a decent amount of choice at that price point.

[andyj007]

the k series is the best engine ive driven in a number of cars i have owned.. mine only had 135bhp. with a short ratio gearbox .
iI prefered it to a 2. zetec im currently running @205 bhp by a long long way.. a lovely little thing, revy, loads of torque , great sounds.. great character

white and blue for the win from me.. looks amazing, if plate comes with car call it Harry..
id be all over that if i was in the market

Edited by andyj007 on Wednesday 29th April 18:19

Edited by andyj007 on Wednesday 29th April 18:22