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Cleaning Series

Regular internal and external cleaning and your Figaro is a very important one. It is essential to maintain the value of the car and keep it looking its best.

This section covers cleaning the bodywork, wheels, bumpers, chrome trim, seats, carpets, engine bay, seat belts, dashboard and internal panels which can suffer from stickiness. We also cover clearing the draining holes that allow the water to exit the car.

Keeping your car clean will also help you identify any early signs of rust and other potential issues. We also cover cleaning agents that work very well on the. car. It is important to use the correct products and techniques when cleaning the Figaro to ensure the most effective cleaning and to prevent any damage. Doing this will help to keep the car looking like new and maintain its value for many years to come.

Seats - How to maintain your seats and avoid unsightly cracking

Words and Pictures by Kevin Fagan The seats in the Figaro were finished in sumptuous cream leather; however, unless they were regularly maintained, many have suffered from cracking. WHY DOES THE LEATHER ON MY FIGARO SEATS CRACK There are several causes of your leather items cracking in unsightly ways. Understanding… Read More
Published on 22nd May 2025

Cleaning - Kevin discovers wonder polish to use on your Figaro

Words and video Kevin Fagan – Club founder Watch this video where Kevin used this amazing show glaze on the club car. Poorboy’s World White Diamond is a show glaze for light-coloured cars, leaving a glossy, slick show car shine to your finish. White Diamond hides minor imperfections, such as… Read More
Published on 30th August 2023

Cleaning - How to wash your Figaro Carpets Video

With the car reaching the ripe old age of 32, chances are although the carpets have enjoyed hovering over the years the carpet has never been washed. Anyone who ever washed their home carpets and seen and results (normally the dirt ending up in a clear container on the machine)… Read More
Published on 21st June 2023

Cleaning - Roof Gutter Trim

The roof gutter trim runs around the top and aligns with the roof liner when closed. Over the years the ‘fur finish’ can be damaged and or become very dirty. It is very hard to clean and make good so in this video club founder Kevin shows you how you… Read More
Published on 21st April 2023

Cleaning - Sticky Interior Trim Panels

One of the most common issues found on the Figaro is the dreaded ‘sticky’ interior trim syndrome! When the car was manufactured back in 1991 Nissan finished the internal space in ivory and clad the cockpit using plastic trim panels, many of which use blind clips to hold them in… Read More
Published on 19th April 2023

Cleaning - How to wash the Nissan Figaro Video

We know what you’re thinking! I don’t need a video to teach me how to wash a car but the Figaro has some unusual and quirky features, one of which is the way the car removes water from the roof gully and top boot area. Also, parts of… Read More
Published on 4th October 2022

Cleaning - Microfibre Cleaning Products - Ideal for your Figgy!

We have partnered with Paragon Microfibre who has been a leading innovator in the design and development of microfibre cloths for over 20 years. If you have ever used a microfibre cloth you will know just how amazing they are to use. The company manufacture a wide range of cloths… Read More
Published on 21st October 2021

Cleaning - A guide to cleaning the Engine Bay

Having a clean engine bay is not just for the purest it can also help you spot problems such as oil leaks and perished seals. Here are 10 things you can do to improve your engine bay so you could eat your dinner off it! Some cost money but many… Read More
Published on 17th June 2020

Cleaning - How To Clean The Nissan Figaro Engine Bay Video

How to clean your engine bay so you could eat your dinner off it (well almost). Kevin shows you some of the tips to get your engine bay looking as clean as the rest of your Figaro. All that’s required is some time and effort and a few cleaning agents. Read More
Published on 11th May 2020

Cleaning - How to clean the seat belts on a Nissan Figaro Video

Over the years the Ivory seat belts can discolour and become more stuck as you unbuckle and they try to retract. Club founder Kevin Fagan demonstrates how you can bring them back to looking just like new and improve the retraction of the belt. You will require a bucket of… Read More
Published on 12th April 2020

Cleaning - A Review of Nissan Figaro Cleaning Agents Video

With spring on its way in the UK, now is the time to get your car ready for the season! Club founder Kevin Fagan shares his experience with using some household & car cleaning products, plus some useful tips to get your Figgy sparkling this season! Product Summary (Google the… Read More
Published on 26th March 2018