Caterham has recreated the classic sports car aesthetic with its new Super Seven range. The perfect blend of current and retro? JethroBovingdon finds out -
has had the rights to the design since 1973. Half a century ago. And yet it never even occurs to me that the Seven is ‘old’ or vintage in any way. Drive a modern Caterham and you’re struck by its tiny footprint, the simplicity, the sheer excitement and involvement, but never does it feel outdated. This is not an experience to liken to, say, a classically built new. It’s just a scalpel-sharp, fully immersive driving experience. Unique certainly, but to me it always seems fresh and new.
The aesthetic is really what sets the 600 apart. Simple cycle front wheel covers are replaced by flared wings that give a more classic feel; the interior features a bigger Moto-Lita steering wheel and the trim is a bit more, erm, opulent and well crafted. This is in relative terms, obviously! But I have to say the Birch White and burgundy leather and carpeted transmission tunnel are really rather lovely.
It’s hard not to frame anything I say about the 600 without referencing the sort of Caterham we more usually drive. So, while it is really lovely in terms of trim and fit and finish – certainly a step up from the standard cars – I find the base of the seats a tad too high and it’s odd to be in a Seven and want more lateral support. Usually a hard racing shell, the transmission tunnel and the side of the car mean you can’t move a muscle.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Dragon Ball Super Previews Power Absorbed: Super Saiyan CumberCumber goes Super Saiyan in the next Prison Planet Saga-inspired expansion of DragonBallSuper Card Game's, Zenkai Series - Power Absorbed coming in March 2023. DragonBall DBSCG
Read more »
Dragon Ball Super Artist Teases What's Next for the Super Hero ArcDragon Ball Super has kicked off a new arc filling in some of the events leading to the recent [...]
Read more »
Examining Rams' super collapse, from Super Bowl champions to the sidelinesHow did the Rams going from Super Bowl champion to title defenders with worst record in NFL history? L.A. Times' Rams beat writer Gary Klein explains.
Read more »
30 years ago Sunday: Seven people killed in Brown's Chicken Massacre in PalatineThe Brown's Chicken Massacre has gone down as one of the most notorious murders in Chicago history.
Read more »
Seven injured after roof collapses at Givens Hot Springs in Owyhee CountyHalf the wooden roof at Given Hot Springs fell into the geo thermal pool while people were soaking on Saturday, seven people were hurt, they are in stable condition after a trip to the hospital.
Read more »