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Caterham Superlight R

1998 · 1,619 miles · Manual · Yellow

£29,995

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Key facts

Year
1998
Mileage
1,619 miles
Gearbox
Manual
Engine
1.8-litre K Series four-cylinder
Power
190 bhp
Fuel
Petrol
Drive
RWD
Body
Roadster
Colour
Yellow
Generation
Seven Superlight R (1998–2000, Rover K-series 1.8 VVC)

About this car

This is car No. 22 of the Caterham Superlight R, the lightweight, track-focused version of the Seven. It uses a 1.8-litre K Series engine with Rover throttle bodies and a VHPD head, producing 190 bhp, and drives through a Caterham-derived six-speed manual gearbox. A Ford 7-inch differential with an AP limited-slip unit, a wide track, height-adjustable dampers and big front brakes complete the chassis spec.

The car spent more than 20 years in a private collection with just 1,619 miles recorded, before being recommissioned. The selling dealer then set it up for track use, adding an Apollo fuel tank, carbon-kevlar seats, a full cage, Schroth harnesses, KN 13-inch alloys on Toyo R888R tyres and paint protection film. It is currently fitted with an aeroscreen, and a screen, doors, hood and roll-over bar come with it. It has covered one track day since recommissioning.

The history file includes the original purchase invoice, specification sheet, build photographs and a signed letter from Jez Coates to the first owner. The dealer will inspect it and sell it with three months' warranty and 12 months' MOT.

Written by Vertar from PT Sports Cars’s listing. Check the details with the dealer before you buy.

Performance

The maker’s official figures for this model, not measurements of this car (Caterham figures from the time for the Superlight R (1.8 VVC with 190bhp, 460kg). Top speed and 0-60 are left out because I couldn't confirm Caterham's published numbers.).

Weight
460 kg
Power to weight
413 bhp per tonne
Engine
1,796 cc, 4 cylinders
Engine position
Front-engined
Induction
Naturally aspirated

Price history

£29,995 since it was listed on 12 November 2026. No changes yet.

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Independent Caterham specialist near Maidenhead, Berkshire, selling used road and race Caterhams alongside servicing, track day and race support.

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