NeilGC

Thanks for your opinions everyone. It's annoying for 'cherished car' owners like us that Ford themselves say that it can last 100k miles yet should be changed every 6 years (10k miles in my case), but I do get it. It's now booked in to have the belt changed. Next question: what about things like fuel lines, brake hoses, etc that Caterham also say are time-limited. Worth replacing even if a service/MOT doesn't suggest they need it? I think I can guess what you'll say!

I feel sure that this question must have been posted before, but I never seem to have much luck with the search function. My Sigma-engined Roadsport 125 has only done 21,000 miles in 14 years since new, but has never had the timing belt replaced. I realise that Ford say every 6 years (I think), but does that REALLY apply at such low mileages? Opinions welcome...thanks!

Thanks again folks.

Thanks all. You've stumped me a bit. I didn't know there is a "rear gearbox" that is different to "the gearbox". I also don't know if "the gearbox and diff are leaking through the oil seals." The specialist sports car garage (although not a Caterham dealer) who told me this stuff was a bit vague on the detail. I'm becoming increasingly convinced that getting a Caterham dealer to take a look is probably a wise move.

PS. they are a registered MOT test station, which I think adds credibility.

I have an excellent 'back street' garage near me, who maintain all of our family cars once they're out of warranty. I know them well, trust them, and I like their prices a lot! Would you trust them to carry out work on your 2009 Roadsport 125 (Ford Sigma) Seven? I have two specific jobs coming up: (1) oil seals on both ends of the propshaft, and (2) routine cambelt change. It seems to me that if they can do modern cars (eg. a 2018 Ford Fiesta) with the associated electrickery, then a much more basic and accessible car like a Seven should be a breeze. Thoughts?

Is my car (in title above) likely to be happy with the forthcoming E10 petrol? Naturally the GOV.UK E10 checker hasn't heard of Caterham Cars (nor Lotus for that matter).

Is my car (in title above) likely to be happy with the forthcoming E10 petrol? Naturally the GOV.UK E10 checker hasn't heard of Caterham Cars (nor Lotus for that matter).

I want to get a 12V accessory socket ('fag lighter') fitted to my Seven. Can anyone recommend a suitable electrical specialist in the Milton Keynes area? Many thanks.

I want to get a 12V accessory socket ('fag lighter') fitted to my Seven. Can anyone recommend a suitable electrical specialist in the Milton Keynes area? Many thanks.