British sports car maker Caterham is paying tribute to 100 years of Germany’s iconic Nürburgring motorsports complex with the latest limited edition version of the iconic Seven.
Revealed during the 2026 ADAC 24 Hours of Nürburgring, only 100 examples of the Caterham Seven Nürburgring Edition will be offered globally, based on either the 340R or 420R depending on the market.
Priced in the UK from £48,995 – translating to A$91,300 – the key distinction of this strictly limited model isn’t simply the red roll bar and array of decals, but rather a bespoke race suspension setup developed exclusively for this model by Bilstein.
Using the advanced vertical dynamics test rig at the Bilstein Test Facility, this setup was engineered specifically to respond to the intense demands of the Nürburgring, with the promise of exceptional capability on both road and track.
Powered by a 2.0-litre Ford Duratec four-cylinder engine, the featherweight Seven produces 157kW (210hp) at a heady 7600rpm in 420R form. That equates to a power-to-weight ratio of 280kW (375hp) per tonne given its mere 560kg weight. Backed by a five-speed manual gearbox, the Nürburgring Edition is dispatched from 0-97km/h (0-60mph) in just 3.8 seconds.
Offered in the colours of the Nürburgring logo – Verkehrsrot (Traffic Red), Achatgrau (Agate Grey) and Basaltgrau (Basalt Grey), all teamed with a Gunmetal Grey chassis and ‘Black Pack’ – there are several visual changes to further set it apart including a mesh grille and 620-style nose cone with carbon aero whiskers.
Constructed between late 1925 and early 1927 around the village and medieval castle of Nürburg, the Nürburgring has gained fame globally not only for hosting 42 Formula One races, but for its publicly drivable 20.830km ‘Nordschleife’ loop that also serves as a ground for bragging rights among carmakers.
Featuring 73 official corners and with over 300m of elevation change, the track was dubbed “the Green Hell” by Scottish driver Jackie Stewart who won three Grands Prix at the track between 1968 and ’73.
The Nürburgring is a site where Caterham’s road and race cars have also flourished for decades, with an 11th placed finish at the 2002 Nürburgring 24 Hours the brand’s most notable result.
“For a century, this track has championed values that are at the heart of what the Seven is all about – balance, precision and an unmatched driving experience,” says Trevor Steel, senior vice president of operations at Caterham Cars.
“We set out to capture the spirit of the ‘Ring, with every element of the car being honed to reflect the track’s unique demands and character. Designed both for use on the track and the road, the Seven Nürburgring Edition is a unique vehicle that perfectly pays tribute to this famous, globally renowned circuit”.
Based on the Lotus Seven, which Caterham bought the rights to produce in 1973 after original production ended, the iconic sports car is itself set to celebrate turning 70 next year.
