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Not Sold (Est: £17,000 - £24,000)

1996 Caterham Super 7 BDA *WITHDRAWN* BDA Engine - One Owner - 2k Miles

United Kingdom • 16 May 2026 • Lot 178

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AI Listing Summary

This 1996 Caterham Super 7 BDA is a one-owner vehicle with only 2,000 miles, featuring a 175bhp Cosworth BDA engine and a five-speed gearbox. It was expertly assembled and comes with a comprehensive history file, making it a uniquely specified and beautifully preserved example.

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Condition 

9

The car is described as being in superb condition throughout, with minimal mileage, single ownership, and exceptional specification. There's no mention of any dents, scratches, or paint damage. The description clearly indicates it's in near-perfect condition with only minor signs of use.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

SDKRDKANSS0343600

Odometer:

2,047 miles

Reg Number:

N500 BDA

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Year: 1996 Make: Caterham Model: Super 7 BDA Registration: N500 BDA Chassis No: SDKRDKANSS0343600 Odometer: 2,047 DUE TO CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND OUR CONTROL THIS LOT HAS BEEN WITHDRAWN FROM THE AUCTION • Fitted with a 175bhp BDA engine from new • Owned from new by a Cosworth employee of over 30 years The Caterham Super Seven is widely regarded as one of the purest driver’s cars ever created, a direct evolution of the legendary Lotus Seven famed for its lightweight construction and razor-sharp dynamics.

This exceptional 1996 example elevates that already thrilling formula to an altogether different level, thanks to its remarkable provenance, unusual specification, and extraordinary condition.

Supplied new as a kit by Caterham Cars, this Super Seven has had just one owner from new and has only covered a mere 2,000 miles.

Its owner enjoyed a distinguished 30-year career with Cosworth, where he served as Sales Manager.

Notably, the first engine he was involved in selling was the iconic Co...

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£8,000

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£21,699

Median Price (Since 2020)

£37,563

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