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Officially Official: Peugeot production of 308 RC Z Coupe
Click above for high-res gallery of the Peugeot 308 RC Z Coupe Concept
Originally expected to be announced a while back at the Geneva Motor Show, Peugeot has finally officially announced today at the Lisbon Motor Show that the attractive RC Z concept will go into production. Using styling cues from the Audi TT and the classic Karmann Ghia, we think that Peugeot could have a winner on its hands with its new sporty coupe. While Peugeot has not yet announced details on what will be offered underhood of the production machine, the concept used a version of the Mini's 1.6 liter turbo four. We'll be getting all of the details within time, as the official production version will be unveiled in 2009 at the Frankfurt Motor Show. European buyers will have first crack at the RC Z when it goes on sale in the sprint of 2010.
Gallery: Peugeot 308 RC Z
[Source: Peugeot]
THE DREAM BECOMES REALITY;
PEUGEOT ANNOUNCES RC Z CONCEPT IS TO ENTER PRODUCTION
As part of the CAP 2010 project and the acceleration of the Marque's product offer, Mr Jean-Philippe Collin, Director General of Automobiles Peugeot, announced today at the Lisbon Motor Show that the RC Z Concept Car will be going into full production.
The final production model will be unveiled at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, i.e. two years after the concept car was first presented to the public and will then go on sale in the spring of 2010. This unique model is one of the first results to come from the CAP 2010 competitive premium strategy. Therefore, the specification of the production model will be based on the key features of the RC Z concept car.
Its distinctive style, the result of the creative imaginations of the designers working in the Peugeot Style Centre, will keep all the appeal and excitement of the original concept car alive. Dynamic features, as well as the quality of the finish and build will all reflect the highest levels of the Marque's expertise.
By deciding to put the RC Z into production, Peugeot has demonstrated its willingness to break away from the traditional look of its coupés, which has been a key part of its image building, by delivering a unique product proposition with highly original styling. The RC Z has provoked great enthusiasm and has aroused keen interest from the general public. Today, the dream really does become reality.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
3seriesisking 1:35PM (4/24/2008)
Looks good.
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inteller 1:40PM (4/24/2008)
Too bad it looks like a bad guy from the Cars 2 movie. That grill is so ridiculous its funny....or is that so funny its ridiculous?
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SPG 1:47PM (4/24/2008)
It's not beautiful, but it's cool.
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Ritalin3D 2:12PM (4/24/2008)
Most of the car looks great but I could never drive one knowing the car in front of me is looking at my car with a big braces grin.
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JAG 2:00PM (4/24/2008)
Fugly!
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PAT 1:58PM (4/24/2008)
A marriage between an Eclipse and a TT(as mentioned). Definatley a concept, I think it is a little too abstract for production as is.
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Peter Rockwell 2:02PM (4/24/2008)
But it'll be beautiful once it gets its braces off!
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CJ 2:40PM (4/24/2008)
Very nice!
But don't you mean to say it goes on sale in the "spring".
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John Starnes 3:09PM (4/24/2008)
I love it....beautiful in a brazen, ballsy way...a shame it won't be sold in the US!
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Steve in TN 3:19PM (4/24/2008)
Looks like a modern day version of the old VW Karman Ghia.
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Will 3:16PM (4/24/2008)
Probably the most face-like front end I've ever seen.
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epilonious 3:26PM (4/24/2008)
lovely car. I love the stitched interior.
Now can anyone explain to me why that rear shelf/duffel-bag holder has seat belts and air vents?
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jgp 5:13PM (4/24/2008)
LOL. Do they actually think human beings can fit back there?
CarlosMC 6:04PM (4/24/2008)
If there's a slim chance someone will, it's mandatory, that's (probably) why.
Btw, Audi TT with 350z taillights, anyone?
James Dehnert Sr 6:58PM (4/24/2008)
When will Peugeot be coming back to the US?!
The back seats may be there to allow them to list this as a 4 seater for some government regulations or other such crap. A rear seat to storage space kit would probably sell if it was well made and matched.
I'd buy this any day. Perhaps I should just move to Europe.
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tdk123 7:19PM (4/24/2008)
When will Peugeot be coming back to the US?!
Never.
uk 4:15AM (6/07/2008)
Which factory will produce this car? Magna Steyr or Pininfarina, other?
Uk
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