Caterham 7 360R(sort of) review

Welcome everyone to the Caterham 7 360R (so-called review).
The Caterham is a classic sports car design which dates back over 6 decades and still sells these unique cars. You can build them at home or for a little extra cost, have them built for you (That’s what I’d do).
Having this car for several days has really made me appreciate these types of cars and it is this bears first experience of one. I have always been hesitant to approach them as quite simply I thought I would not fit in one!
But luckily I met John from Caterham who has been great in educating me to the Series 5 which is slightly bigger than the series 3 and allows bigger people the opportunity to experience this amazing car.
I was gutted to have the car when I did as (sods law) with one of the hottest Summers in the UK on record I happen to get the 360R on the one weekend it rained! Next time I will be luckier!!
I want to say a huge thank you to John and the team at Caterham for loaning me the 360R and look forward to experiencing this car again soon.

[@mikemoore7250]

As a Caterham owner(270s SV), it was so good to hear a review that talked about the wonderful feel of driving rather than just outright speed. You really "got" why owners have them, it's not just trackdays

[@AutoBears]

Mike Moore thank you for your kind comment Mike. I’ve only had a small taste of driving a Caterham, but am definitely hooked.

[@purplemonstertv]

I have to say. This is one of the best reviews I've seen on kitcars great video.

[@paulgardner9763]

Superb review ! One of the best I've seen, you said it all and some cool humour, well done :)

[@sk8guitardrums]

wow mate, i can say this is one very nice review of the 360R model, love the colour and specs. do you know the fuel efficiency between the Duratec engine models. one would think the 360 would be sufficient performance for normal road usage. is the 420 just more power and more fuel usage? I have always loved Caterham's and would be a dream to build one and own one. this review was great to show the different roads and all the basics of the car. and like you said its a "classic" a type of car that sadly in the future you won't see many proper drivers cars around because everything is going hybrid / electric etc. in the early 2000's i build and owned a Tiger kit car, its somewhat similar design and was good learning experience building it and driving it. Manual cars and kit cars like Caterham make you a better driver as you feel what's going on. i hate most modern cars there too easy to drive. finally what a pleasant and informative person you seem to be. great review.

[@ianbrock9430]

HI David. I thoroughly enjoyed this video. I only discovered your channel today (The Skoda Kodiaq report - also great) Keep this up. It is good to have reports which are factual and not purely to curry favour . Thanks again.

[@PlanetautoUK]

It’s a bit of a beast, a great review - We would love to drive this amazing bit of kit

[@ernestodi1001]

Really like the video, hope to see more

[@cirrus393]

Really great review, subbed!

[@Flughafenkaiser]

Love this guy reviews. He is so nice to watch and he gives fantastic details about the car he is driving in the reviews. A✓✓✓+++

[@andrewroberts5416]

Excellent review Mike. As a Caterham 360R series 3 owner I'm so glad you enjoyed the experience! You know you want to, so just get one 😀

[@AutoBears]

Andrew Roberts thank you for the comment. Yes it is the ultimate boys toy! Maybe for 2019 I could look at the 620? Dave

[@harryatkinson9757]

Nice review and watch 👍

[@gm0hzi]

thanks for the review , liked yourself im more built for comfort than speed and the fact you fit in a sv chassis has put my mind at rest

[@user-fd9jf9er6o]

360R 😎👍

[@redseven485]

Great review, thank you! Do you think an SV chassis would suit a 5'7" driver (who is a bit on the wider side)? Cheers!

[@gearjen9031]

keep it up. next one 620r and ariel atom 4 please

[@jameshamilton6096]

Loved your review. I would have one tomorrow, but unfortunately I live in what will be the London extended Low Emission Zone this October and none of these cars come with a Euro Rating, meaning a daily £15.oo charge to drive out of my garage, truly tragic.

[@aldrintan6742]

Awesome review of the Caterham. To know that it mostly retains similar design for six decades, that’s mind bogglingly amazing! Simply excellent since a big bear can fit in there and enjoy the entire ride. 😊😊🐻. I hit subscribe for this! Kudos to your channel. Truly a great British vehicle 🚗!

[@deadmoldable]

the "helmetcam" view was really cool

[@handleymachine4421]

Oh come on Mr. Bear! Swallow your pride for a few minutes. And show us the procedure involved for entrance and egress of the Caterham. This request comes from one wide guy to another. Also a first time viewer. Informative and entertaining.

[@AutoBears]

Handley Machine thank you for your comment. I’ll have to get another Caterham and do a demonstration for you. Thank you for watching.

[@keithmarsh1046]

It's criminal that the majority of this review was conducted driving in a straight line on a motorway.

[@SiMBol10]

In future you could just call it "impressions"

[@AutoBears]

Sean Beasley it’s kind of a review.

[@derekarrowsmith140]

Should learn how to wear a harness.

[@AutoBears]

Thank you for your comment. Very true. That was the first time I’ve experienced wearing a harness.