Caterham 270R

The 1.6 VCT-i Sigma engine superseded the original Sigma in 2014. Offering variable cam timing these later engines produced a little extra torque and power, as well as a small additional improvement on fuel consumption. This meant that the entry level engine increased from 125bhp to 135bhp, and the uprated version of this engine increased from 140bhp to 152bhp. This soon led to the model names being changed from Roadsport and Supersport, to 270 and 310. Unfortunately, this incredibly reliable and diverse engine has now gone out of production and as such is no longer a part of the Caterham range.

This stunning, modern 270R provides a highly refined driving experience and finish to a marque which existed for more than 60 years. The 135bhp on offer in the 270 is more than sufficient to thoroughly enjoy the experience of driving a Caterham around on the open roads or enjoying trackdays if so wished, and with the R-package edition, you really get the best of Caterham’s nimble handling characteristics.

With just 3000 miles on the clock from one owner, this 270 is as close to a new car feel as you could hope to find. It is also possible to upgrade this to a 310R should you ever feel the need for a little more juice.

Exterior

• Caterham Exocet Red
• White Superlight decal kit
• Black pack
• Carbon fibre cyclewings
• Trackday roll over bar
• Heated windscreen
• Full weather equipment
• Black AERO filler cap

Engine & Transmission

• 1.6L Ford Sigma VCT-i engine 135bhp
• Light weight flywheel
• 5 speed gearbox
• Limited slip differential

Brakes & Suspension

• Adjustable platform Caterham Bilstein suspension
• Aerofoil front wishbones
• Wide-track
• De-Dion rear suspension
• Dual piston front calipers with solid discs
• Uprated brake master cylinder

Wheels & Tyres

All around:

• 13x6" Silver Apollo alloys
• 185/55R13 Avon ZZS tyres

Interior

• Adjustable black leather seats
• Lowered floors
• 4 point harness
• Carbon fibre dashboard
• MOMO quick release steering wheel
• Change up lights
• Push button start
• Heater
• Carbon vinyl tunnel top
• Side screen armrests
• Carbon handbrake handle
• Storage netting