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Originally posted by CJFusco
The Caterham is a modernized replica of the Lotus Seven. The Caterham is the exact same design, but the drivetrain, suspension, and brakes are all modern technology - which technically makes the Caterham "better" but not authentic.
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I'll disagree. Graham Nearn bought the rights for Seven production from Colin Chapman back in '73, when Chapman wanted to take Lotus upmarket. The only stipulation was that Nearn couldn't use the Lotus name. Since his dealership/shop was located in Caterham Hill, Nearn dubbed the car Caterham. The car has evolved since they began production in '73, but it is still an *authentic* Seven. It's not a replica at all; but a continuation.