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  1. Fan512bbi

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    #1 Fan512bbi, Jun 12, 2006
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    In a perfect example of automotive alchemy, Caterham Cars is set to deliver all the driving excitement associated with its stripped-out Superlight versions to the range-topping Caterham CSR260 model, to create the brand new Caterham CSR260 Superlight.

    Aimed at the enthusiast, the 2.3 litre Cosworth-powered road legal Caterham CSR260 Superlight brings all the performance credentials associated with its stablemate, like a supercar-humbling 0-60mph time of 3.1 seconds and a licence-losing top speed of 155mph, yet swaps the windscreen, carpet, heater and weather gear for a limited slip differential and a quicker steering rack. Decisively, it also premiers ‘Dynamic Suspensions’ dampers manufactured by MTCe as original equipment for an undiluted performance driving experience.

    The result is a breath-taking Caterham experience that blends no frills road legal agility with devastating track capability.

    Twenty five kilos lighter than the standard CSR260, this model variant also adds distinctive Superlight styling to the exterior, including a wind deflector, a carbon fibre dashboard and wings, a black powder coated cockpit, quick release MOMO steering wheel and ‘black pack’ that disguises otherwise aluminium detailing.

    A natural extension of the CSR range, this Superlight model delivers all the thrills of frantic acceleration, pin-sharp steering, high revving eager performance mated to a close ratio six speed box, in a sportscar that is perfectly balanced to focus the driver solely on driving and smiling.

    With a power-to-weight ratio of 460 BHP per tonne, the Caterham CSR260 Superlight finds itself in similar company to the £323,000 Porsche Carrera GT or the £118,000 Ferrari F430.

    In a now customary move, Caterham has developed an options list that highlights the cost alongside the weight of items such as windscreen, heater, weather gear, dry sump, track day roll-over bar and fire extinguisher.

    Caterham is taking orders now with the first cars delivered in August. Prices start at £37,995 fully built. Visit www.caterham.co.uk for further information.

    SPECIFICATION CSR260 SUPERLIGHT

    Performance:
    Maximum speed: 155 mph / 250 kph
    Acceleration 0-60 mph: 3.1 seconds

    Construction:
    Tubular steel space frame.
    Stressed Aluminium Body Panels.
    Aluminium honeycomb impact protection.
    Glass fibre reinforced plastic nosecone and wings.

    Drivetrain:
    Front engine rear wheel drive

    Weight: Gross 565 kg

    bhp per tonne: 460bhp per tonne

    Engine:
    Number of cylinders - 4 in line
    Bore - 87.5 mm
    Stroke - 94.0 mm
    Swept Volume - 2261 cc
    Compression ratio - 12.0:1
    Maximum power (DIN) - 260PS / 192kW @ 7500rpm
    Maximum torque - 200lb/ft / 272Nm @ 6200rpm
    Fuel requirement - Unleaded Gasoline - 97RON / (95RON minimum)
    Induction System -Caterham Roller-Barrel port throttles
    Cylinder Head - Ported, Matched, Machined Combustion Chambers
    Light Weight Cam Cover.
    Camshafts - Cosworth Profile, High Lift
    Uprated Valve Springs
    Spark plugs - NGK BR7EFS
    Pistons - Cosworth Forged
    Connecting Rods - Bespoke High Strength Steel
    Lubrication - Internal, Twin Scavenge Pumps
    Combined Bellhousing, Oil Tank and Oil-air Separator tower
    Exhaust - Equal Length 4-1 Stainless Steel
    Manifold Performance Catalyst - 5” Diameter Silencer, Side Exit.
    Engine Management - MBE ECU with Caterham-Cosworth Developed Calibration and Data Logging.
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  2. wax

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    #2 wax, Jun 12, 2006
    Talk about purpose-built. Man.

    Regarding Caterhams - Super 7's - Host of imitators

    I've only seen 2 on the road in my lifetime.

    I suppose you either love 'em or hate 'em - I love 'em.
     
  3. ferraripete

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    #3 ferraripete, Jun 13, 2006
    luv em too!
     
  4. snj5

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    #4 snj5, Jun 13, 2006
    113 hp/liter in a normally aspirated engine still peaking at 7500 rpm and still with 200 ft-lbs at 6000 rpm. A bit peaky, but highly impressive.
    But at 565 kg........holy cow! That much torque is quite sufficient.
     
  5. jmn

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    #5 jmn, Jun 15, 2006
    Actually, the Cosworth 260 motor isn't peaky at all. I have a Caterham CSR 260 (the only one in the states at least until next week; it's the blue one that has been in all the US magazines) and the motor is awesome, with tons of torque right off idle. The problem is that, once you drive one of these for a while, all your other cars (I have three Ferraris, a Mercedes AMG, a Maserati, and some old 50s Alfa Veloces) feel dead slow. 0-60 in 4 secs feels boring after doing it around 3!
     
  6. Evan.Fiorentino

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    #6 Evan.Fiorentino, Jun 15, 2006
    What kind of Ferraris do you have?
     
  7. Lemke

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    #7 Lemke, Jun 15, 2006
    Awesome. I cant wait to see one of these in action.
     
  8. Peloton25

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    #8 Peloton25, Jun 16, 2006
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    I have a 2.3L powered by Cosworth myself using parts adapted from the CSR's engine. Unfortunately it's not matched up to the superlight body of a Caterham, but it's still a very fun car! :cool:

    I've only done Stage 1 plus their catback GT-Race full stainless exhaust so far. I also have the Cosworth lightweight flywheel, but it is not yet installed. I will probably add the Stage 2 cams/header/throttle body package later on this year to put the power close to 200hp. At that point I'll need an LSD and want to change the final drive ratio at the same time as well.

    The Cosworth parts really liven up the Duratec 2.3L in the Focus. The Stage 3 car is an animal with new pistons, connecting rods, hotter cams, billet crank, etc - essentially everything you'd find done to the engine of a CSR260 except for the roller barrel individual throttle bodies which won't fit under the hood of a Focus.

    >8^)
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