From Thursday and until tomorrow, Peugeot Sport is conducting a series private tests on the Bugatti circuit at Le Mans, in the racing version of the Peugeot RCZ Sport.

Closely derived from Peugeot's iconic coupe, this variation for customer competition to run in France and abroad next season in one make Formula. The 1.6 THP engine developing 250 hp to propel the 1070 kg car (250kg less than the production model), via a six-speed sequential gearbox with paddle shift, Magneti Marelli electronic management; monocoque , welded steel roll cage, specific shocks and brakes. This muscular car comes at a very reasonable price (ready to run) of 54,900 € before tax.

On Thursday the partners of Peugeot Sport had the chance to take over and this Friday was devoted to sixteen journalists and representatives of European media, potential customers will come tomorrow (Saturday).

And best of all, Sebastien Bourdais and Anthony Davidson also had the chance to lap the Bugatti circuit at the wheel of the racing version of the RCZ.

Among the guests of Peugeot Sport of note on Friday was Fabien Barthez, '98 world champion came to try this machine on behalf of TF1. The publication of his report is expected soon in the magazine Auto-Moto. Going by his big smile after testing the new 'lioness', it was clear that he enjoyed the experience!

Photo: LE MANS, Bugatti circuit, TESTS RCZ Peugeot Sport, November 18, 2012. Fabien Barthez,  was all smiles next to Peugeot's new missile.