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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!

Owner appeals for help with Rainy Day Nissan Figaro AI

A Nissan Figaro owner has accidentally discovered an onboard computer system when driving the retro car in a recent flash of torrential rain. John McCarthy was driving his wife’s Figaro “Kyoto”, with the roof down. Still, he had failed to check the weather forecast. Owners of the limited edition car… Read More
Published on 1st April 2024

Window Stickers from The Figaro Store - Nissan Figaro

Why not demonstrate your love for your Figaro with our ‘MY OTHER CAR’S A NISSAN FIGARO’ Sticker? We have produced them in 5 colours allowing you to choose the colour of your car too! Choose your Size Small – 10.2cm x 2.2cm, Medium 14cm x 3cm or Large 21.6cm… Read More
Published on 8th March 2024

The club is 15 years old today!

Kevin and Sue report in with a ‘THANK YOU’ message to all our members, supporters, chapter coordinators and forum gang (especially Simon Smith) for all their help and support over the last 15 years. Have a watch, it’s short, heartfelt and fun! HOW THE CLUB STATED Our son Daniel had… Read More
Published on 1st March 2024

March & April 2024 Newsletter

Welcome to our March & April Newsletter! Here, you’ll find a mix of stories from our members, supplier news, and helpful resources on owning a figgy. Our goal is to keep you informed and up-to-date on the latest figgy news and developments. Happy 33rd Birthday The figgy having reached… Read More
Published on 1st March 2024

Suspension - How to upgrade your Figaro for a more comfortable ride

Words and Pictures: Tobyn Brooks The Figaro Shop The Figaro isn’t known for its road-handling prowess and can sometimes feel a little bit like a dog wiggling its tail when you go over a bump! Over the years we have been adjusting and tweaking the suspension on these great little… Read More
Published on 28th February 2024

Repair - Window Switch Surround (Drivers Side) Video

As the car ages, plastic parts used internally will inevitably become more brittle and crack. The driver’s side window switch surround is a good example of this. This video covers, how to remove, glue, sand and repaint the surround. The job will take some time but if the car is… Read More
Published on 24th February 2024

Website Now Available In 7 Languages

We are delighted to announce that our comprehensive Figaro website is available in Dutch, French, German, Japanese, Spanish, Italian and the default English. Users select the language from the flags located in the top right corner drop-down menu and then everything is now in that language. This extensive website is… Read More
Published on 22nd February 2024

Roof - Seal replacement

The Nissan Figaro’s iconic folding roof is covered in a hard-wearing, foldable and weather-resistant ivory-coloured vinyl trimming. This trimming is bonded to the structural front and rear roof bows that form the structure of the roof mechanism. To become weather resistant with the folding roof closed, a very complex roof… Read More
Published on 18th February 2024

Bumpers - Stainless Steel Rear Corner Bracket

A common problem people find when changing their rear bumpers, is the corner brackets rusting and the fixing bolts snapping! The original was made of mild steel which tends to rust. The bolt which attaches to the body of the car usually snaps too! Garage FK10 have now manufactured the… Read More
Published on 16th February 2024

Trim - Exterior Upper Door Trim Seal

The external upper door seal has been remanufactured by Garage FK10. The original seal tends to get brittle and misshapen over the years. Replacing this seal will vastly improve the look of your Figaro. Priced at £13.99, click on the link below to buy Click here Watch… Read More
Published on 16th February 2024

Aerial Collar (Top Nut)

This aerial collar (top nut) has been remanufactured by Garage FK10. They were originally made from soft aluminium and when fitted for many years, they prove to be troublesome coming off! Whether you want to respray the bodywork of the car and don’t want any masking lines, or you are… Read More
Published on 16th February 2024

Lights - Reversing Light Lenses (Pair)

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
Published on 16th February 2024

Trim - Plastic Clip To Attach The Upper Stainless Steel Trim

This clip has been remanufactured by Garage FK10 and is required to fix the stainless steel upper body trim to the car. If the trim is required to be removed these often break so these new clips will be required. Priced individually at £3.98, click on the link below… Read More
Published on 16th February 2024

Happy 33rd Birthday!

On the 14th of February 1991, NISSAN NEWS (which was the official media channel of Nissan Motor Co Ltd) published a 5-page press release telling the world about the Figaro. If you read the release, it contains some real gems such as; “Nissan has given the Figaro a unique design… Read More
Published on 14th February 2024

January & February 2024 Newsletter

Happy New Year! Welcome to our first Figgy newsletter of 2024! Here, you’ll find a mix of stories from our members, supplier news, and helpful resources on owning a figgy. Our goal is to keep you informed and up-to-date on the latest figgy news and developments. Let’s kick off with… Read More
Published on 1st January 2024

Rear Window (Heated)

Over time, the heated rear screen can begin to de-laminate and more commonly, the heated elements begin to fail reducing its ability to clear condensation from the rear screen. The glass is no longer available. Click here for the Front Windscreen The Figaro Shop have re-manufactured this item to… Read More
Published on 28th December 2023

Front Windscreen

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
Published on 28th December 2023

Children's Nissan Figaro Book "Let's Go for a Drive" by Naokata Mase

Author (Written and Illustrated) by: Naokata Mase Published (First edition): May 2012 Publisher: Shunji Asaka/Hikikata Child Co This 24-page hardback colour book is a must-have for any Figaro fan. It documents a family with two children and a dog’s journey in a Nissan Figaro around some beautiful countryside. Some of… Read More
Published on 21st December 2023

Polo Hub Cap - Wheel Trim

The iconic look of the Nissan Figaro is one that it easily recognisable from its sweeping curves, chrome-plated bumpers and simple ivory wheels with chrome centre caps. The ivory-painted “polo” wheel trims can suffer damage over time due to their proximity to the road, salt and grime attack, brake dust… Read More
Published on 21st December 2023

2023 Events Summary Gallery

This past year has been an incredibly successful one for our club. We have participated in and organised more than 30 different events around the globe. We all owe much of our success to our chapter coordinators, who have worked incredibly hard in the background and dedicated their time… Read More
Published on 11th December 2023

1991 - Engine Information Stickers

If you look under your bonnet you may see three white stickers. These are important information stickers about the maintenance of the engine, emission figures and recommended fluids that have faded over time. The three stickers are one of 21 labels, stickers and tags supplied when the car was manufactured. Read More
Published on 5th December 2023

1991 - Original Labels, Stickers and Delivery Tags (All 21)

Ever wondered what some of those window and chassis stickers on your Figaro say? Here we have translated 21 of them into English to provide important information in addition to clarifying what some of the more obscure stickers mean. There are some comical additions too so look out for… Read More
Published on 5th December 2023

Cushion Covers and T-Shirts from Figaro Smiles - Nissan Figaro

For the fans and owners of the Nissan Figaro, the Figaro Smiles Facebook Group is the most active group on Facebook with lots of fun posts celebrating the love of all things Figaro!   After the success of the lapel badges and window stickers, cotton tote bags for life were… Read More
Published on 4th December 2023

Boot Light

The boot light was one of the 55 accessories sold when the car was manufactured back in 1991. The item is long longer available from Nissan but has now been re-manufactured by Nic Caraccio and is complete with a handy switch so you can turn it on… Read More
Published on 1st December 2023

Wheel - Changing the wheel torque and order

The car has an emergency tyre located in the lower boot/trunk. To change the wheel you will need to loosen the clamp locking the tyre down and removing the tyre. Make sure it has good pressure before you fit. If you have a way of measuring the pressure it should… Read More
Published on 22nd November 2023

Lego Nissan Figaro Toy Set from Daniel Aires

Bring out the kid in you by building this Lego Figaro! This kit has been put together by owner Daniel Aires and contains 430 pieces to make a beautiful, detailed model. While it may be challenging to assemble, the end result is worth it. This model is perfect for any… Read More
Published on 21st November 2023

Nissan Figaro Wall Calendar 2024

SOLD OUT! Sorry, the calendar is now sold out. We are so proud to have shipped over 200 around the world. We are delighted to announce the publication of our club’s 14th Nissan Figaro Wall Calendar! Comprising of 13 pictures of members’ cars parked in stunning locations around the world… Read More
Published on 17th November 2023

Cup Holder - Reproduced in Rubber

When the Figaro was launched back in 1991 Nissan produced a vast range of accessories one of which was a Cup Holder which fitted around the center console. Unfortunately, they are no longer available directly from Nissan. This item provided useful space for sunglasses, CD’s and has two cup spaces… Read More
Published on 15th November 2023

November & December 2023 Newsletter

Welcome to our latest Figgy newsletter! Here, you’ll find a mix of stories from our members, supplier news, and helpful resources on owning a figgy. Our goal is to keep you informed and up-to-date on the latest figgy news and developments. SAVE ANOTHER FIGARO One of the things that… Read More
Published on 1st November 2023

Rust - Rear Quarter Panel - O/S/R Quarter Panel

Words and Pictures: Garage FK10 Reproduced Nissan Figaro O/S/R (driver side) quarter panel. The panels are a replica of the original now now-discontinued quarter panel. They are British and each one is hand-finished to produce a panel that fits just like the original. It comes complete with the inner door… Read More
Published on 27th October 2023

Electric Nissan Figaro - 2023 Rapid Electric Vehicle Retrofit

Before you get too excited this is still a concept but Rapid Electric Vehicle Retrofit (REVR) is a new method for converting internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles into hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) that offers significant cost and time savings. The design was entered into the James Dyson Award 2023 and… Read More
Published on 27th October 2023

A Glimpse into The Figaro Shops Incredible Barn Find

Words and Pictures The Figaro Shop The Figaro Shop based in Oxfordshire, England were recently called upon to assist with the discovery of an Emerald Green Nissan Figaro, imported from Holland in 1998 and then left untouched ever since. The finder inherited the land, barn and all its contents in… Read More
Published on 27th October 2023

Fifth Netherlands Figaro After Summer Tour - 17th September 2023

15 Dutch members enjoy lunch, driving skills tests and awards. Words and Pictures: Joyce & Pascal Snel It was somewhere in January that Joyce and I went to a lovely part of the Netherlands, called Drenthe to look for nice locations for the start, lunch and finish for… Read More
Published on 24th October 2023

Sywell Classic Pistons and Props - 23rd and 24th Sept 2023

Words by Alan and Sheena Harvey / Pictures by Julie Janes A PISTONS AND PROP-ER GOOD TIME! The Pistons and Props event at Sywell Aerodrome in Northamptonshire on September 23 and 24 was a curious blend of classic cars, modern supercars, bikes of all shapes and… Read More
Published on 8th October 2023

Figaro Coffee Table

Club member Paul Hodgkinson acquired a set of original alloys from eBay which were a little tatty and showing signs of corrosion. Paul sent them off to F&M Powder Coating Specialist where they were acid-dipped and stripped, repaired and powder coated in the original colour. The results… Read More
Published on 6th October 2023

Door card - Changing securing screws to Stainless Steel

The upgrade was carried out by member Sue Worthington’s Husband Chris. He decided to replace the existing plastic screws that hold the door card in and change them to stronger and better stainless steel ones. Anyone who has removed the existing screws and tried to use them again will know… Read More
Published on 5th October 2023

Headlight Upgrade Video

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
Published on 4th October 2023