Caterham 40 Years limited edition

Next 40 Caterham orders to get special treatment, regardless of model

By Alex Robbins / Thursday, 9 May 2013 / Loading comments

Planning on ordering a Caterham anytime soon? Well get in quick, because as of today, the next 40 orders to be taken will get an added bonus, at no extra charge! The '40 Years of Caterham' pack will be available on all roadgoing models of Caterham, from the

Roadsport 125

right up to the

Superlight R500

(though the track-only

R600

won’t be included) and will include Ruby Red paintwork complete with special decals, a smattering of leather across the seats and dash, a unique numbered plaque, and new 15-inch alloy wheels. Yes, it’s purely cosmetic, with no real benefit in terms of performance or handling – but then, who’s complaining when it’s gratis?

Limited-edition decals part of 40YOC package

As you might have guessed by its name, this new package celebrates the 40th anniversary of founder Graham Nearn’s acquisition of the rights to build the Seven from Colin Chapman. Since then, the company’s stuck with the same basic design, refining and honing it over the years without deviating from the ‘added lightness’ philosophy. The result has been a car that’s as

long-lived

as the company itself, and innovations along the way such as the

Caterham Academy

have ensured a continued audience, helping to introduce the marque to a new generation. And despite recently being unceremoniously

booted out

of its home town,

the company’s future

looks bright, too,

ties with Alpine

and the two companies’ jointly-developed

sports car

both boding well. So happy birthday, Caterham – and here’s to the next 40 years and beyond!