Recommended by us, this is a free service offered by The Figaro Shop General Manager Christian Brooks explains to Kevin what the service covers and how it can benefit the owner. Discover the True Health of Your Figaro with this Exclusive Service. Take your beloved Figaro to The Figaro Shop… Read More

Here you will find 18 downloadable A4 leaflets, covering the Figaro’s Accessories, Colours, History, Specifications and more. Once printed, the leaflets are ideal for displaying at car shows. Each includes a barcode that directs the user to the associated webpage on our club website. Huge thanks to member Debbie Hagan… Read More

The A4 schedules can be downloaded and printed To help you keep your Figaro in tip-top condition we have put together a set of downloadable service schedule forms. The forms are available as a PDF which can be saved and printed on A4 paper allowing you to address… Read More

Although the rear windscreen is no longer available, the good news is the front windscreen (PART NO HT6024LB) is! The part is still being manufactured and available through National Windscreens and The Figaro Shop. Click here for Rear Heated Window The… Read More

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Words & Pictures – Kevin Fagan / Christian Brooks, Business Manager at The Figaro Shop Last month we received an email from a member who asked if she could still use her car after it had been sat in her garage undriven for 18 months. Logic told me that the… Read More

The fusebox can be located in the drivers side footwell, below the steering wheel on the right. As the information is written in Japanese we have provided a helpful translation label which you can print-off and attach to the fuse box. We have published an A4 Sheet that you… Read More

One part of the interior of the Nissan Figaro that tends to wear and break is the glove box latch. It tends to weaken with age and then the plastic breaks so it goes floppy. This can be frustrating, especially if it flaps open as you drive. The… Read More

A very handy addition to your Figaro and allows you to keep your personal items secure with this lockable glove box latch. Any Figaro Key will lock this too! To buy this item refer to our Parts & Services Directory – Click here Club Members can… Read More

With winter and longer darker nights just around the corner, you may be interested in upgrading the existing bulbs on your Figaro. Club founder Kevin decides to fit the new Phillips H4 GT200 bulbs into Belle and takes you through how to remove the old bulbs and install the… Read More

Owners should be aware that MOT changed made on the 19th March 2021 will affect cars that have had upgraded headlight LEDs in the UK. Updates to the MOT inspection manual published this month state that existing halogen headlamp units on classic cars should not be converted to be used… Read More

We all know the benefits of LED lights are lower power, longer lasting better brightness and compatible fitting. However, in the UK there are rules concerning the changing of these bulbs unfortunately, because the Figaro was manufactured in 1991, it affects us. The MOT inspection manual states: “Existing halogen headlamp… Read More

The slider knobs on the heater can become cracked over time due to heat and age. This ends up meaning they will not stay attached to the lever and fall off! These items have been manufactured using a 3d printer by member Jon Franklin. Purchasing Options Original Colour Amayama.com… Read More

A short video about changing the bulbs (2) in the centre courtesy light. Ideally, to gain access to the bulb, you will need a trimming tool remover. If you have not got one of these, then a flat-bladed small screwdriver, but be very careful not to mark the white plastic… Read More

Club founder Kevin explains why the Nissan Figaro requires a more specialist insurance provider and how to ensure you have the correct cover in place. The video also looks at how to apply for an agreed insurance valuation which we highly recommend and take pictures to support the application. Read More

Since Brexit, there have been a number of key changes you need to be aware of so we asked Classicline Insurance to bring us up to date. It has been a while since we last had an insurance overview, so we have asked the team from ClassicLine Insurance, the Figaro… Read More

HOW TO INSURE A NISSAN FIGARO Ensuring that your Figaro is correctly insured is of utmost importance. By obtaining the right insurance policy, members can benefit from significant savings while also offering protection for their prized possessions. Additionally, acquiring an agreed valuation certificate is crucial as it guarantees that… Read More

We all know how confusing insurance can be! So, as part of a new series of articles over the coming months, the club’s trusted partner Darren Ansell, from ClassicLine, is going to help us all understand a bit more about insurance. This time, we asked Darren some questions to… Read More

When the unexpected happens, choosing the right repairer can make all the difference! Figaro Owners Club is on a mission to help you understand a bit more about insurance! After our first article comparing a specialist policy to a standard one, this month the club’s trusted partner Darren… Read More

Breaking down miles from home in a foreign country is everyone’s worst nightmare, We were elated to hear from club member Alan Sykes about the tremendous service he received from Classicline Insurance and The Figaro Shop after his breakdown in Luxembourg. Alan was stuck in the middle of nowhere, far… Read More

The Nissan Figaro is an appreciating classic car and its cult status has ensured lots of the remaining Nissan Figaro’s are very well cared for. When new back in 1991, the Figaro was supplied with a single generic Nissan branded key and a revered decorative key. These decorative keys… Read More

I can guarantee that once a month we receive an email from someone who is panicking because they have lost their key. To make matters worse, they have no idea what the key number is so they cannot get a new one cut! We have covered all the different scenarios,… Read More

In this video, Club founder Kevin explains what keys you should have received when you bought your Figaro, how to get another one cut, and what happens if you lose your key or lock yourself out of your car! The video shows where to find the keys 4-digit Nissan Code. Read More

This 2 Minute Video shows you how to locate and deal with oil leaks. Note: This Video is published under license provided by The Figaro Shop   Watch more of our YouTube Ownership Help Guides Subscribe to our Figaro YouTube Channel« Prev1 / 8Next »Nissan Figaro Promotional… Read More

Despite popular belief, Nissan never actually manufactured any left-hand drive Figaros. If you’re lucky enough to own one, it would have gone through considerable modification to move the steering wheel and all the controls to the left-hand side of the car’s cabin. When Nissan launched the Figaro back in 1991… Read More

If you’ve driven your Figaro in the dark and the lighting on both the Speedometer & Tachometer is poor, the chances are it still contains the original tungsten bulbs. Due to the age of the car, these can become blackened over time. The technical reason why bulbs go black?… Read More

If you take a close look at your rear light surrounds, chances are, the shine may have dulled over time and in some cases pealing of the chrome coating may have occurred due to the poor design of allowing water to sit in the recess. No amount of polishing will… Read More

When the car was manufactured back in 1991, a Fog Light was not included, and this was because the Figaro was only ever intended for sale in Japan and at the time, legislation did not require Nissan to fit one. At the time of importing the car, to allow… Read More

The Figaro Shop have created a kit of LED lights that are a direct replacement for the original bulbs. The new LED variants emit a modern bright light that is not only brighter, safer and more reliable but also draws less current than the original and ensures more visibility. The… Read More

These lenses have been remanufactured by Garage FK10. The lenses fit into the rear number plate holder light section. If you live in the UK you will need a fog light so will have to change to nearside light bulb to red. Priced individually at £48.78, click on the link… Read More

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Can you establish the ‘Month’ and ‘Year‘ of manufacture? First, locate your VIN Number (see below), which, for example, will be similar to FK10-004551. Now, enter this number into the SEARCH BAR – https://nissan.epc-data.com/figaro You will be provided with Frame/Series Type, Body, Transmission, Production Month, Interior and… Read More

The Figaro was manufactured in Japan where Kilometres is the unit of measurement. As the car was never officially exported by Nissan (grey import) if it is driven in the UK (as well as Liberia, Myanmar and the United States) it will require a modification to allow… Read More

If it’s time for your Figgies MOT test, you might be worried about whether it’s going to pass or fail. Thankfully, there are quick checks that you can do to give your vehicle the best chance of passing. Many vehicles fail their MOT because of small silly issues like faulty… Read More

Recently, social media platforms have been buzzing with numerous posts discussing the issue of Figgies failing their MOTs due to testing based on the year of import rather than the year of manufacture. This discrepancy has sparked widespread confusion and frustration among Figgie owners and enthusiasts. The discrepancy arises from… Read More

This 2 Minute Video shows what you need to check before you put your car in for an MOT. Note: This Video is published under license provided by The Figaro Shop   Watch more of our YouTube Ownership Help Guides Subscribe to our Figaro YouTube Channel« Prev1… Read More

Below are the sections, sub-sections and subject items checked throughout the MOT test check that generates MOT failure codes: Section 1: Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment Lamps are usually checked to ensure the lighting and signalling are in good condition, reflectors are checked for their colour and positioning and electrical… Read More

Published by Figaro Owners Club, this Online (PDF) Guide is a 24 page comprehensive insight into buying and owning a Nissan Figaro. Edition 21 released on 1st March 2026. As the car was manufactured in 1991, you must be armed with important and valuable information when inspecting, test-driving, and… Read More

If you drive your Figaro all year round we highly recommend you get it treated with Waxoyl or an equivalent product. The original design of the car with its deep cavities is an ideal breeding ground for rust, especially in areas along the under-door seals. In cold conditions, salt is… Read More

Two rubber stoppers are used to support the lid when shut Anyone following me on our YouTube Channel will be familiar with my past efforts to paint the areas of the engine bay and inside and around the rear boot gutter. I am the sort of person with… Read More