toogos Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 Hello all, I am new to this forum, but not to British sports cars; owning an Alpine to Sprite to MGB GT to now a 1976 TR6 unrestored survivor with 30,100 original miles. My question: is the Lotus Seven Series 4 looked somewhat down in the Seven crowd? I have heard this because it is significanty different than the Series 3 that Caterham continues? I had a friend when in high school who's dad bought one of the first Caterham Series 4 with the Twin Cam and let me tell you it was a blast; it still had the Lotus badges and I know that Caterham acquired the rights in 1973 and the Seven my friend had was purchased in '72 or '73. Anyway, I am looking for a Seven and would like an original Lotus and series 4s come along every so often and anything older is very rare. Thanks -- Steve Dayton, OH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al N. Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 Steve- While the S4 is definitely unique in appearance, the folks I've met (and there were over 100 owners and friends at the 7-7-7 meet) were totally into the two well-turned outS4s that came (Scott N and Ken G.). If anything, the S4s do have that that added cachet of being original Lotus cars. Also, if you haven't already guessed, this forum and the club behind it are fairly "anti-snob" and marque (and series ) inclusive. -Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toogos Posted October 29, 2007 Author Share Posted October 29, 2007 Al, Thanks for the quick reply, and I did notice that this forum apperas to be very friendly and a wealth of knowledge; look forward to reading and posting in the future. Also, have you heard or visited the British Car Forum? It is a great forum as well, very friendly and just about any LBC question can be answered. Here is the URL http://britishcarforum.com/ Try it out for a spin and join! Thanks -- Steve Dayton, OH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Titus Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 The Series 4 has what I have always felt is a distinctly 70's look to it. IMHO, the series 4 looks dated while the Series 3 has a classic look that will continue to be appreciated for years to come. With that said, I still wouldn't kick a Series 4 out of the garage for snoring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandurath Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 My wife loves the S4 more than all others, including modern ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xromad Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 While it is true that the S4 tends to be the unloved child....who the #$@$@ cares what others think? Buy it, drive it, love it. Keep that attitude up and you will fit in just fine in this crowd! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevet Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 I had not seen a series 4 'in the flesh' until 7/7/7 and while agreeing with the 70's comment, I thought they looked fantastic. Any excuse to revisit that weekend, so here's a few pix... http://www.usa7s.com/aspnetforum/upload/2110267384_S4 from NYC.JPG http://www.usa7s.com/aspnetforum/upload/1946464697_series 4 interior.JPG http://www.usa7s.com/aspnetforum/upload/780249799_2 4 1 4.JPG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toogos Posted October 29, 2007 Author Share Posted October 29, 2007 SteveT, Thanks for the pics, any more? Where would I find them on this forum? The 4 does indeed have a different appearance than the 3. I am a Steve T. also. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Rohaley Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 www.wirewheel.com has a nice S4 for your viewing (and potential) driving pleasure. Click on the "new inventory" section for some photos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandurath Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 Four also can have a top. Though good luck finding a factory top, as i think only 10 had it. http://www.usa7s.com/aspnetforum/upload/1216009292_S4top Factory.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Titus Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 Four also can have a top. Though good luck finding a factory top, as i think only 10 had it. http://www.usa7s.com/aspnetforum/upload/1216009292_S4top Factory.jpg I would love to see a video of someone gitting in and out of the car with the top on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scannon Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 I would love to see a video of someone gitting in and out of the car with the top on. Shouldn't be any different than with a soft top and side curtains, the opening looks to be about the same size. It will just hurt more if you smack your head on the roof when getting in. :lol: Big as I am, I can get in and out with the full weather gear installed almost as easily as I can without it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevet Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 Another Steve T... this could get confusing For more pix, try the obvious - google series IV Lotus Seven. Might also find some more from our weekend on the Zee photo and Killboy sites (enter the 07/07/07 dates). When I have a mo - next week probably - I can go thro some of my old UK 'Low Flying' mags, see if I can find some more. Steve T Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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