Buying advice for a Roadsport/Supersport

[SamCat7]

Hello Everyone,

I am finally in a position to purchase my very first Caterham ! and am very excited
By studying different models and reading and researching about different models, engines, options, etc. etc. and most importantly my budget, I am looking for a 1.6 Sigma engined S3. I don't want to get into the details of different options. My question is mainly this :

What are the main differences, advantages or disadvantages between these two models :
1- Roadsport 150 - 150bhp - 5 speed
2- Supersport 140 - Which has 140bhp but comes with LSD

Lets' say if both cars are within the same price range, same year and same milage/condition/options, which one would you pick and why ? Which one would be quicker ? Is there any differences in performance/ driving ? Am I missing any major differences ?

I will be using the Caterham mainly as a weekend toy on sunny days driving down the country roads as well as occasional track days ( 4-5 a year). I already have a 800bhp car so will not be looking for more power for the Caterham. I understand around 140-150bhp is the sweet spot for driving on the roads so I will stick with the same range power for this toy.

Please do not suggest/add a different model (K series, R300, etc.) as I would like to know and decide between these two specific models.

Many thanks for your help in advance and look forward to receiving your thoughts and suggestions.

Regards
Sam

Edited by SamCat7 on Thursday 7th November 16:54

[SamCat7]

You are absolutely right Bert, there is more than just the LSD but to me the LSD is the big difference, I believe lighter flywheel, different ratio box, wide track front suspension, etc. are some of the differences but to me the main bit is LSD. I understand that I can always add LSD to let’s say a standard Roadsport 150. The good thing about Caterhams is that you can always change/add options and make them the way you want. But obviously it requires more money to spend so I ideally would like to get something that meets most of my needs. These two are the closest to what I’m looking for. The Roadsport 150 is the colour I want and has the right options and come from a reputable seller with warranty and piece of mind. However, the Supersport is a private sale and a few bits are not my favourites like the colour, higher mileage, etc. but on the other hand it has LSD.
So the question is should I go for the Roadsport because it’s closer to what I want or should I go for the Supersport because it is generally a better choice and then change the colour and other bits gradually !