Cash for a 7

[retrorider]

Want to buy a complete,operational, and titled 7. Not interested in ultra high performance. Just a good running road worthy car. retrorider@Hotmail.com

[super7guy]

Retro,

 

Have you decided whether you want a real Lotus, Caterham or ?

 

Within those decisions for Lotus, do you want originality or restomod like shown in Classic Motorsports with stroker crossflow, 5 speed, etc.?

 

Within those decisions for Caterham, early or late, live, dedion axle, or independent, kent bases, zetec or duratec?

 

Lots to consider

 

Wayne

[Croc]

Also what state do you live in? There are unique registration requirements in some individual states.

[retrorider]

Live in Texas

[retrorider]

Will consider any type of 7

[Kitcat]

Sevenselans.com (Sevens and Elans) currently has 4 Caterhams of varying vintage and spec for sale.

[Tbox56]

I have the red car listed here http://birkindirect-usa.com/pre-owned/ available, I will take less than what is listed as I have put about 1500 miles on it. The car is currently registered in Colorado. PM me with any questions.

 

Tom

[MichaelD]

You will also want to consider you height and waist as some sevens have more room than others.

[retrorider]

Just want a car to cruise the streets. Miata engine fine, just needs to be sorted out and equipped for driving. does not need to be beautiful, just decent.

[retrorider]

I am only 5' 7" but the more room the better.

[scannon]

Foot size needs considering. Foot boxes are small on the S3 sized cars and if your feet are wide you will not be able to depress one pedal without taking another with it. In Caterhams that means you need an SV or CSR.

[MichaelD]

My guess it at about 36" waist things can be very tight. 5 7 is no problem.

[zahntoid]

I have a nice Birkin S3 for sale

[slomove]

My guess it at about 36" waist things can be very tight.....

 

Nah....I got 36" and fit just fine. I can get out without a sucking sound.

[Taber10]

I wish I could remember back when I had a 36" waist--I guess it is a good thing I got the SV.

[Off Road SHO]

I am much smaller than a 36" diameter waist. :-)

Edited June 16, 2015 by Off Road SHO

[panamericano]

Don't scare off the newbees. Where there is a will there's a way. I have a (ahem) 42 inch waist and am perfectly snug and comfortable in my old (86-89) Birkin. Those are pretty much the S3 design.

 

Really tight was a Renault R5-Turbo (mid engine job) rally car with a seat made for the typical 145 pound race driver. At the time I was probably 200 lb., 36-38" and it took 20 minutes to hit bottom every time I got in! Then bliss. Those are lovely cars.

[CASwede]

Foot size needs considering. Foot boxes are small on the S3 sized cars and if your feet are wide you will not be able to depress one pedal without taking another with it. In Caterhams that means you need an SV or CSR.

 

For reference, I would add that my size 11 E's fit fine in an S-3 with a cheap pair of Puma driving shoes. Just keep a pair of walking shoes in the boot.

[panamericano]

CAswede, "For reference, I would add that my size 11 E's fit fine in an S-3 with a cheap pair of Puma driving shoes. Just keep a pair of walking shoes in the boot."

 

It is true. I wear 11.5 - 12 shoes, depending on the shoe. I can NOT drive the Birkin in anything by race slippers or skinny driving shoes. No street shoes, no tennis shoes. As I recall, Mr. Chapman was an 8.5. It is not a big problem. Change shoes anot throw the others in the boot.

[bigdog]

Vans slip on skate shoes work great, as well as Etnies scout model shoes (the Etnies only weigh about 4-5 ounces) and one can walk about in them without looking like a numpty. Both are comfortable and the sole isn't substantially wider than your foot like tennis shoes or Keens. I have both of these shoes in a size 10-10.5.

 

http://etnies.com/shop/scout-10/grey-white-red/view360/

 

http://www.vans.com/shop/van-doren-slip-on-stars-stripes-checker