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    Mcalvert

    Lowflying July 2020

    By Mcalvert, in Lowflying,

    This Month: The long and winding road to a Seven • If only Caterhams could talk • Track days – the third way • Book review • Fuelling my addiction • Cars under the hammer • Of racing and man maths • Lessons from the university of hard knocks • Bonnets off!
    Lowflying is currently with the printers and is expected to be sent out towards members around 8th July.
    Mcalvert

    Lowflying June 2020

    By Mcalvert, in Lowflying,

    This Month: Chasing The Dragon • If Only Caterhams Could Talk • A Mini Adventure • Seven People: Matthew Willoughby • Who Do You Think You Are? • 2019 Financial Report • Remembering Michael Stride • Model Sevens • Big Club Quiz — The Answers
    Lowflying is currently with the printers and is expected to be sent out towards members around 8th June.
    brianjhall31
    Covid-19… and Blatting
    In this Club, we’re all obviously responsible people and need to exercise our own judgement!   The Club is however committed to following and passing on the latest advice from the UK Government (and other bodies) on events and public gatherings that may be pertinent to our members.  In the current changing situation, please avoid actions that might as a group create the wrong impression or, at worst, go against rules that we in the Club have all worked so hard not to break.
    General guidance – we’ve based this on a communication being circulated around car clubs by the Federation of British Historic Vehicle Clubs and other car Enthusiast Clubs.
    The latest information from the government states that non-essential travel is now allowed. However, from Monday 1 June (or now in Scotland and Northern Ireland), rules on public gathering numbers have changed and there are heavy penalties in place for those that ignore the rules.  At the current time, the Club is still not resuming its monthly area meets, organised blats, events, etc.
    Please do NOT gather to drive in groups or convoys
    Gatherings (and travel for gatherings) can:
    - not be more than 6 people (England).
    - not be more than 6 people (Northern Ireland).
    - not be more than 8 people, from 2 households (Scotland) - less than 5 miles travel advised.
    - be any number of people from 2 households (Wales) - less than 5 miles travel advised.
    It is important that owners of Lotus or Caterham 7 or 21 vehicles do not gather in parks, or places of natural beauty. By all means, use your vehicle individually, to drive to the shops, go out for exercise or just a ‘drive’, but only individually.
    Please remember, as drivers of 7s and 21s, we are all ambassadors for the Club and indeed for the whole car club scene as a whole.  Furthermore, Motorsport UK has suspended all permits in the UK until July at the earliest, so any convoy or road run with a pre-determined route or start/end point on public highways would be considered illegal and will not be insured. This does not affect trackdays which may occur before July.
    At this moment in time, the Club feels that it strikes very much the wrong tone with the public to parade our little cars through the streets and country lanes in groups when many people are still in isolation within their homes or experiencing hardship or the loss of loved ones.  The time will come, soon we hope, but it is not yet.  The latest advice, issued 13 May 2020, urges common sense around taking any car out for leisure drives. It’s vitally important that Club members drive with caution, as lockdown measures could very quickly return following a second spike if guidelines are not followed.
    Key points :
    The pandemic is NOT over. The lives of our families and friends are still at risk. Check your vehicle over carefully if it’s not been used for a while, paying particular attention to tyres and brakes. Maintain social distancing of 2 metres. If you previously declared your 7 or 21 as being on SORN to the DVLA , be sure to update it before taking to the road. Where applicable. If you didn’t renew your insurance policy during lockdown, do it right away. If your vehicle needs one, do you have an MOT? The six month extension only applies to cars that were due an MOT after 30 March 2020. Due to variations in advised travel distances in different countries, it is recommended not to cross national borders unless absolutely necessary. If you begin to display any new symptoms. Please self-isolate immediately and consult the NHS advice below. For NHS information, visit https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/ For more information on COVID-19, visit www.who.int To view UK Government advice, visit www.gov.uk Please be assured that during this rapidly changing situation, we are monitoring advice very closely and will follow up with Club members as and when the situation develops.
    Northantsbedsbucks AR
    Sad to announce that the Silverstone Classic 2020 has been cancelled
    A full statement from the Silverstone Classic Team follows:-

    Following the latest Government advice, we have reached the inevitable conclusion that we will need to cancel this year’s event. Given the current circumstances and the outlook on timescales, a postponed event - which was our original back-up plan - in a way that enables us to run the Classic in the manner that you know and love isn’t a feasible option. Our priority at all times is the safety and wellbeing of those attending our events as well as our own team and we know that you’ll understand why this step has been necessary. Our heartfelt thanks must go to all of you for your patience throughout this period of uncertainty.
     
    As an independent events company passionate about what we do, we are proud to have developed the Silverstone Classic into an internationally renowned historic motorsport festival enjoyed across generations of car enthusiasts, families, racing drivers, and petrolheads. In times of difficulty, communities tend to come together and we’re incredibly grateful for your continued support. It means a lot. All of you are what makes the event the success that it is and we hope to celebrate our 30th anniversary with you next year instead.
     
    2020 tickets
     
    Anyone who has a ticket will have the option to roll their tickets over to the 2021 event or request a full refund. There are a number of measures we need to put in place first, but we will be back in touch with all ticket buyers in June with details of the next steps. In light of the current situation, we have a reduced team who are dealing with a high number of enquiries, so please do bear with us.
     
    We’ll be in touch soon. In the meantime, and above all else, stay safe and healthy.
     
    With our best wishes,

    The Silverstone Classic Team
     
    Northantsbedsbucks AR
    Some of you will have already received an update from the Silverstone Classic Team in particular those members who have purchased early bird tickets.
    A final decision will be made on the running of the 2020 Classic by the end of May but in the meantime the following statement has been issued:
    We are paying close attention to the developments with regard to the Government’s COVID-19 roadmap and, in consultation with their Recovery Strategy, we are currently evaluating a number of options for this year’s event. These include:
     
    Holding the event on its currently scheduled dates with Government approved changes to how we run elements of the Classic to ensure a safe, socially distanced festival. In this scenario, we would extend the Early Bird offer and the option to book Car Club Display packages for a further period.

    Postponing the Silverstone Classic from its current scheduled dates with changes to how we run elements of the event to ensure a safe, socially distanced festival. In this scenario, we would extend the Early Bird offer and the option to book Car Club Display packages for a further period.

    Cancelling this year’s Silverstone Classic. In this scenario, one of the options would be to carry tickets for this year’s event over to the 2021 event.
     
    We will make a decision on this year’s Silverstone Classic by the end of May and will be back in touch then with further information. Please bear with us over the next few weeks.
     
    Our priority at all times is the safety and wellbeing of those attending our events as well as our own team and our thanks go to all of you for your continued patience amid this period of great uncertainty.
    Mcalvert

    Lowflying May 2020

    By Mcalvert, in Lowflying,

    Against the Odds… • It all began in 1973 • Low flying, Army style • The Doctor will see you now… • Seven People: Andy Couchman • On track for the Academy • Lessons from the University of Hard Knocks • My Seven story • Maintaining the Quickshift gearlever • A very special ‘Car SOS’ • Big Club Quiz
    Lowflying is currently with the printers and is expected to be sent out towards members around 7th May.
    brianjhall31
    Dear Lotus Seven Club Members,
    Damian and I and all of our staff at GP Sevens send our best wishes and thoughts to everyone who has been affected in any way by the Coronavirus and we wish all of you the very best in these unprecedented times.
    GP Sevens are open but virtually via phone, walk-a-round videos and email, we have temporarily closed our office and showrooms in Sevenoaks, Kent. We have taken deposits on our Sevens and will  continue to do so and when the Government tells us that the lock down is over and it is safe for us all to go back to work then you can do the fun bit, come and see us and view and drive your Seven.  We are pre booking Services, Upgrades, MOT’s, (don’t worry the government gives you a 6 month extension if your MOT is due on or after 30th March) from the end of May and will roll these appointments on if the government advises otherwise. Hopefully these difficult times will be over soon and we can all get back to having fun in the sun in our Sevens?
    Stay safe
    Antony Paine and Damian Gravely
    GP Sevens – 01732 445782
    Bristol and Bath AR
    During the Covid-19 restrictions Sevens and Classics are continuing to stay open at our Brands Hatch showroom, at least whilst we have business to keep us going. We are here all day, every week day to answer any queries anyone may have, we are continuing to service cars,provide MoT's and undertake any maintenance work required. We are also able to collect and return any cars; FOC if local and for a cost charge
    elsewhere.
    Contact Andy Noble 01474 871184
    www.sevensandclassics.com
    Mcalvert
    Caterham launches latest retro-themed model – the Super Seven 1600
    Designed to reflect the joy and glamour of motoring in the 1970s – minus the drawbacks… Improved focus on driving feel and performance as well as retro-inspired luxurious finishes New 135bhp Super Seven 1600 has been built after rapturous demand for previous heritage models Watch the new Super Seven 1600 in action: here
    Caterham Cars has launched its latest retro-inspired model – the Super Seven 1600 – after the enormous success of previous heritage cars.
    With prices starting at £33,495, or £325.99 a month for 48 months, for a car in component form, the 135bhp, five-speed Super Seven 1600 fits perfectly into Caterham’s existing heritage line of products as a permanent addition, alongside the wildly popular limited-edition Sprint and Super Sprint models launched in 2016 and 2017 respectively.
    Inspired by the craftsmanship of the original Super Seven and the early cars created under the historic Caterham badge, the new Super Seven features a raft of retro details and styling cues.
    These include the classic flared front wings, retro-inspired 14” alloy wheels, a spare wheel and carrier harking back to the touring Sevens of old, and a choice of Seven heritage paint finishes.
    In the interior, the retro experience continues, with a timelessly elegant wooden-rimmed steering wheel and classically tailored leather upholstery.
    Designed to evoke the glamour, colour and joy of motoring in the 1970s, with none of the drawbacks of ‘70s technology, the new-for-2020 car is the first Super Seven to be offered in the wider, more comfortable large chassis (SV), as well as the standard version (S3).
    And it’s not just the car’s looks that hark back to the ‘70s – the Super Seven 1600 includes DCOE throttle body injection, found on any self-respecting rally car of the era and producing a distinctive growl, reminiscent of the twin ‘40s of the period.
    Caterham CEO, Graham Macdonald, said: “Caterham has always been about individuality and the quality engineering that makes the Seven peerless when it comes to the driving experience.
    “Ownership of any specification of Caterham Seven is a mark of distinction and a ticket to driving adventure, but our heritage line of models holds a special place in the hearts of the true brand enthusiasts. Both of our most recent retro-inspired Sevens – the Sprint and Super Sprint – sold out in record time so we know the appeal for these cars is strong.
    “We’re excited to introduce the most powerful Super Seven ever built, a reimagining of a true modern icon, delivering exactly what the original was designed to offer – a focus on driving feel and race-inspired upgrades but with some touches of luxury to the finishes.”
    To find out more information about the new Super Seven 1600, which is available to order now, visit: www.thenew-oldschool.com.
    To configure your own Super Seven 1600 visit here:

    Technical Information
    Vehicle                                     Caterham Super Seven 1600
    Engine                                      1.6 Ford Sigma, Four Cylinder, Naturally Aspirated
    Transmission                            5 Speed Manual Gearbox
    Chassis & Dimensions             Standard Chassis (L: 3,180mm, W: 1,575mm, H: 1,090mm)
    Max Power (bhp / rpm)            135 bhp @ 6,800 rpm
    Max Torque (nm / rpm)            165 nm @ 4,100 rpm
    Weight                                      565kg                          
    Performance                            0-60mph in 5.0 seconds           
    Power-To-Weight                     250bhp-per-tonne                     
    Top Speed                                122 mph
    Suspension                              Road Suspension Pack             
    Wheels                                     14” Classic alloy with diamond cut lip
    Tyres                                        Avon ZT7 Tyres
    Brakes                                      Solid discs with twin-piston calipers
    Steering                                    Rack and pinion, 1.93 turns lock-to-lock
    Build                                         Available as a kit or factory built
    Heritage paint options              Racing Green, Caribbean Blue, Tuscany Red, Saxony Grey, Serengeti Orange, Bordeaux Red & Oxford White  
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