Here's a new reason to wish the French sold cars in the U.S. Peugeot showed up to the Frankfurt Motor Show two years ago with the 308 RC-Z, a concept coupe based on it's 308 series->ke2264 of small cars. Now it's coming back to Frankfurt this year with the production version.

Unlike many production cars, much of the concept's lines are rumored to be unchanged. This includes elements like the dual cowl top, large rear glass area, and sweeping roofline.

The top end 308 RC-Z should come with the same 218 hp 1.6-liter engine from the concept. Pricing should start at around £20,000 (about $29K at direct current rates.) That's not too bad considering a base Audi TT->ke1081 coupe with 197 hp starts at about £25,000.

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