1983 Westfield Seven on Ebay

[11Budlite]

One of the pre-litigation Sevens made by Westfield. No affiliation, etc: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Lotus-Seven-Westfield-7-/330502283308?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item4cf378a02c

[Kitcat]

Now that's what I call a rear "wing"! (And it has "happy mods" too!). Seems to have had a pretty impressive auto-x history, esp., for a 1600 Crossflow.

[11Budlite]

Didn't meet reserve with a high bid of $14650. Back on Ebay, this time with no reserve: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Lotus-Seven-Westfield-7-NO-RESERVE-/330506925876?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item4cf3bf7734

[Beam]

I'm following this sale with interest as I'm considering a bid. Is there anyone on here that could offer me advice on the car (issues with that model, things to look for, etc) Is it in the ball park, price wise?

[Kitcat]

Typical price for nice 1600cc 1980's Se7ens w/this car's spec seem to be mid-high teens. If your goal is to auto-x it locally, that price range may be ok. If you are serious abt auto-x, the car is too dated to be competitive.

 

If it is primarily for street use, then the car isn't set up for that and it will take some time/$ to convert it. If the selling price is low enough it mite make sense.

 

Otherwise, it's nearly 30 years old, has continuously been beaten on at auto-x's for decades and Westfields typically command a few thou less than Caterhams. Not esp tempting IMHO, unless price is rock bottom (Under $15K).

 

Mike M

[Beam]

Thanks Mike!

[11Budlite]

Sold for $14,101. I wonder who the new owner is and where it's headed?