Chapman101 Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 Hi, I'm looking to sell my 1974 Caterham, chassis number seven of the first run of 20 Caterhams to be made, back when they were still called seven cars limited. It has a fascinating history including race history going back to 1975, which potentially makes it the first Caterham to ever go racing, although I'm not certain of this, maybe someone on this forum will know more! It runs beautifully and is still used regularly, but i don't get out in it as much as i should, so thought i'd let it go. I'll share some photos and provide as much information as I have to any respondents Both Bonhams and H&H had a look at it and valued it at £25k, but i'd let it go for less, as both of those houses would have charged me a small fortune for the privilege. ThanksAdam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrightpayne Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 I guess its a series 4? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chapman101 Posted October 10, 2017 Author Share Posted October 10, 2017 Hi, no a series 3. Seven cars ltd went back to the series 3 in 1974. Not sure the S4 was very popular. It's now in my profile picture (back in 1975) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrightpayne Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 The 'for sale' guidelines stipulate you should put a price on items you're selling. Auctions refer to ebay! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chapman101 Posted October 10, 2017 Author Share Posted October 10, 2017 Thanks. Wasn't sure what to list it as to be honest. Say £18-£20k. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Thompson Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 I must apologise for Wrightpayne's rudeness perhaps the clue is in the name. It is always difficult to put a value on older cars especially when there is a rarity factor, which there is with your car which in essence is an example of the Series 3 of which Lotus produced the lowest number of cars of all Series of the 7. In my opinion it is the most collectable of all Caterhams. I would suggest that you post it on Car& Classics rather than here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianmurray325hotmail.com Posted October 22, 2017 Share Posted October 22, 2017 Hi Chapman 101, it must be an age thing (us not the cars), i think my '81 sprint will go on the market soon ive had the thing for over 12 years. I guess its a similar spec to yours since after talking to bruce at Arch it appears that its essentially an s3 lotus since caterham didnt really change much until the long cockpit cars around 83/84. I must tell my pal who has driven mine a lot and is looking for one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wile7 Posted December 3, 2017 Share Posted December 3, 2017 A pre '80 car will garner popularity away from UK too....worth popping it on autoscout24 which will give you coverage. Sounds like a lovely car...good luck with the sale.Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auyt Posted December 8, 2017 Share Posted December 8, 2017 Link please? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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