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All our latest news, including members stories, and news from the club and our partners.

We are always on the lookout for news and or stories about the Nissan Figaro! Maybe you’ve restored your car, been on an adventure, or have just brought one.

Send us your news, stories and pictures for consideration for inclusion. We love publishing these, so don’t be shy and get in touch.

You can find news items from our archives by heading to the 1990s, 2000s or 2010s!

September & October 2020 Newsletter

Yesterday, Sue and I spent the day at Walton Hall Hotel & Spa, Wellesbourne, the venue for next years 30th Birthday Party over the weekend of the 26/27th June 2021. The visit was the first of a number of planning meetings to create the weekend. One of the fun parts… Read More

Published on 28th August 2020

Roof - establishing the cause of wet carpets lower boot and rusting sills on a Nissan Figaro video

Owners will find they have a damp carpet, and wet carpets in the rear of the car or even in the front. Mildew throughout the car is another problem. We think that most of the problems come from the roof and rear top boot (which is a wet boot). If… Read More

Published on 23rd August 2020

Nissan Figaro 30th Birthday Party Traders & Exhibitor Booking

In addition to Figaro vendors we are also actively looking to fill our Vintage Village with a range of 50/60s new and pre-loved clothing, retro style clothing & accessories, craft homewares, furniture, jewellery and unique boutique companies.  Our club have invited over 1,000 members to… Read More

1991 - Accessories Brochure

The original A6 Figaro Optional Parts List Colour Brochure produced at the time by Nissan. The publication includes 55 optional parts from the Convenient Group, Goods Group, Jewel Group and even Snob Group! A few of the accessories are still available but most are sold second hand however a few… Read More

Published on 5th July 2020

Lighting - Rear Light Surrounds rechroming on a Nissan Figaro video

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

Published on 1st July 2020

July & August 2020 Newsletter

Don’t worry we’re not in July just yet but being a Sunday we thought you may wish to read this today rather than in the week.  We hope you are safe and well during these continued strange times? Lockdown has been a long slog that’s for sure and so frustrating… Read More

Published on 28th June 2020

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

Peter & Andrea Häussler - Wooden Figaro Model

Created by German artist Raimund Göbner Bildhauer this large Figaro model has been carved out of Limewood. We love the detail of the car, driver, passenger and the two dogs in the back. The model was exhibited back in March and is now owned by Luxembourg members Peter & Andrea… Read More

Published on 16th June 2020

Engine - Engine Idle Speed (IAA Unit) Blanking Grommets

We know how much money a Figaro repair can usually cost but not this time! These little grommets seal the adjustment holes (normally empty) in the IAA unit located in the engine bay. The grommets stop dirt getting into the threads of the adjuster screws also acts… Read More

Published on 2nd June 2020

Labels - A look at the delivery labels that came with the car

When the car was delivered Nissan provided three warning/operating instruction labels. You may be lucky enough to have one or all as part of cars paperwork. These are now very rare so suggest you keep them somewhere safe! Below we have translated what the labels say in English. GEAR… Read More

Published on 27th May 2020

1991 - Roof Operating Instruction Card

The car was supplied with a roof operating instruction card as standard. Written in Japanese and it contains many cartoon style images which are useful. Below we have translated the information for you. A4 Opening & Closing Roof Operation Instruction Card Download & Print Watch Video… Read More

Published on 25th May 2020

Number of Figaros on the road in UK continue to decline

According to the Drivers & Vehicle Licencing Agency (DVLA) the number of FK10 vehicles (Figaros) licenced to drive OTR (on the road) in the UK roads at the 30th June 2019 was 3,336. This is down 193 from 12 months before and confirms a continued reduction but interestingly there was… Read More

Published on 16th May 2020

Cleaning - Engine Bay how to clean on a Nissan Figaro 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

Fuse Box

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

Published on 10th May 2020

May & June 2020 Newsletter

Who would have thought that when I wrote my update a month ago the majority of the world would today still be in lockdown. I get the feeling everyone’s Figaro has never been so clean and shiny. It appears we are all ready to go with nowhere to go! Events… Read More

Published on 1st May 2020

Forum - how to use the Figaro Owners Club Technical Forum video

Club founder Kevin Fagan explains how to use the club’s Technical Forum and quickly find what it is you are looking for? Including over 35,000 posts it has an extensive range of topics on all aspects of the car. Watch now   Watch more of our YouTube… Read More

Published on 29th April 2020

Seat - Lace Seat Covers

The original covers manufactured by Nissan When the Figaro was launched back in 1991 it was possible to purchase a range of accessories to allow you to personalise your car. One of those was lace seat covers which fitted over the original seats but unfortunately no longer available… Read More

Published on 17th April 2020

Cleaning - Seat Belts how to clean 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

David & Judy Kerr - Kiwi Adventure

Words & Pictures by New Zealand Members David & Judy Kerr Our Figaro is named ‘Minty’ Judy and I, along with friends Jim and Colleen recently had a weekend in Blenheim, which is in our South Island at the top, and decided to extend it a couple of… Read More

Published on 8th April 2020

Ace Cafe London Virtual Tour - April 12th 2020

Not to be deterred by a nasty virus club founder Kevin Fagan (in self-isolation) takes a look back at some of the past events at this historic venue. Sit back and enjoy the ride!   Watch more of our YouTube Rallies, Meets & Events Subscribe to our… Read More

Published on 4th April 2020

Figaro Owners Club - Service Schedules

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

Published on 3rd April 2020

Message of thanks and tips on how to tinker with your Figaro

Club founder Kevin Fagan sends a personal message of thanks to all the front-line key workers around the world providing support during this difficult time. Read More

Published on 30th March 2020

Rear Window Panel - how to recover on a Nissan Figaro video

Over the years the rear panel can suffer from unsightly rust bubbles and fade. The Vinyl has a limited life especially if the car is subject to constant UV or bad weather. Club founder Kevin Fagan explains in detail the stages required to re-cover the rear window panel with new… Read More

Published on 8th March 2020

March & April 2020 Newsletter

As it’s a Saturday we decided to send our March & April 2020 Newsletter a day early. After what seems to have been the wettest winter in history (UK), spring is just around the corner and both Sue and I cannot wait for the weather to improve and get back… Read More

Published on 29th February 2020

Colour - How to find the original body, trim and cabin colour

As the Figaro was manufactured back in 1991 over the years you may find the car has been resprayed (sometimes twice). If you are buying a Figaro it’s important to find out as much as you can about the history and if any restoration work has been carried out on… Read More

Published on 12th February 2020

Trim - Chrome Strip Rubber Seal replacement on a Nissan Figaro video

A solution by The Figaro Shop for the common cracked seals/gaskets on either side of the chrome strips that run the length of the Figaro. The self-adhesive seal profile will finish the stainless steel trims back to their former glory. The current dated seals will have hardened over the years… Read More

Published on 11th February 2020

Dirk Parker - 21st Birthday Gift

Words & Pictures Dirk Parker Having bought and restored a barn-find ‘1972 VW Beetle Karmann’ for my son’s 21st birthday, it was always my intention to balance things for my daughter, Francesca. I had thought about a Figaro for some time and I then came across this car in… Read More

Published on 30th January 2020

Michael Lounton - West Ham Figaro

Words by Toby Brooks & Michael Lounton – Pictures by The Figaro Shop Michael Lounton first came up with the idea for this very special gift for his wife a few years ago. In November 2017 he visited The Figaro Shop and we begun to help him turn this amazing… Read More

Published on 10th January 2020

January & February 2020 Newsletter

Welcome to our January & February 2020 Newsletter and let us hopefully be the first to wish you a Happy New Year Register to attend the largest Figaro Party ever! We are delighted to launch the 30th Birthday Party next year. The observant of you will notice a change of… Read More

Published on 1st January 2020