The Caterham Roadsport SV
- Engine: Ford "Sigma" 1.6ltr
- Max Power: 150bhp
- Max Speed: 200kph
- 0-100kph: 5.1 secs
Overview
The Caterham Seven Roadsport SV has brought together Ford engine technology and Caterhams engineering to produce a car that is truly inspiring to drive. Powered by the Ford "Sigma" state of the art all alloy fuel injected 16 valve DOHC engine, this latest Seven provides high performance with renown reliability. The result is a very light car providing exceptional levels of balance and road holding.
The year 2000 was pivotal for the Super 7. After 43 years of production,
the dimensions of the original Lotus Seven chassis were changed. As a direct
result of listening to its valued customer base the Caterham Super 7 SV
was created.
The design brief was to create a Super 7 that had extra interior space making
the car more practical for everyday use and more usable for the larger driver,
without detracting from the car's timeless aesthetic appeal and renowned
handling. Judging by the exemplary reviews and accolades the SV has received
from the media, Caterham's engineers have been successful. The increased
track and wheelbase bestows this model with enhanced stability and greater
road presence.
The end product is a Super 7 with an increased dimension chassis, offering
an extra 80mm in length and 110mm in width. And incredibly, the additional
size of the car only adds 25 kg to its overall weight compared to the standard
Super 7. This package provides a Super 7 that will allow a greater range
of people to enjoy Super 7 motoring, giving extra leg room, foot room, elbow
room and headspace to this already fantastic sports car.
The Roadsport SV is available with two different power units, offering a choice of 125bhp and 150bhp.When coupled to Caterhams' 6-speed gearbox, provides a car with electrifying performance. In addition, the 150bhp unit boasts variable valve control, giving the best of both worlds; high torque at lower revs with maximum power at higher revs. This 150bhp power unit is the recommended fittment for the increased dimension SV chassis.
The Roadsport SV is supplied as standard with 14-inch alloy wheels, full screen and weather equipment, fresh air heater and cloth seats and is based around the well-proven de Dion chassis. It is an ideal choice for customers whose requirements include more road use than track and is ideal for Sunday afternoon blasts down country lanes and touring. However, this car is still extremely capable on the track, and with a few track options will be completely at home lapping the circuits of the World or as a Track Day car..
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Super 7 Cars Inc. is licensed by Caterham Cars (UK) Ltd. to build Caterham Super 7s for the Canadian market and to full Canadian Specification. All Road Cars built by Super 7 Cars Inc. are inspected, certified, road tested and registered in the Province of BC Canada and meet all requirements of the Road Traffic Act. Please contact Super 7 Cars Inc. for additional information and current specifications.