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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!

Brakes - How to change your front brake pads

Words & Pictures: Tobyn Brooks With spring in the air, now is the time to start preparing your Figaro for the season. You will see elsewhere on this site that we have covered the rear brakes but also wanted to talk about the fronts. Although in some ways they… Read More
Published on 11th February 2023

Sticker - Figaro Cold Region / Frigid Zone Window Sticker

The Nissan Figaro was sold all over Japan and being a country of vast temperature differences between North and South, approximately 1000 of the manufactured units were classed as “cold weather” versions. These versions were identified by the use of a decal on the rear window and we have been… Read More
Published on 1st February 2023

Radio - Knob Replacements

The two knobs on the Clarion unit can become cracked over time due to age. This ends up meaning they will not stay attached to the spindle and fall off! These items have been manufactured to look the same as the original but with a lighter colour using a 3d… Read More
Published on 27th January 2023

Three Kings (Day) Parade in Spain - 5th January 2023

Words, Pictures and Video by Spanish Member: Luis Crespo The “Three Kings (Day) Parade” is celebrated on the evening of January 5th in all big and small cities – even in suburbs – in Spain. All children are very excited about greeting the ‘Three Wise Men’ and expecting… Read More
Published on 6th January 2023

January & February 2023 Newsletter

We hope you had a great Christmas and let us be the first to wish you a Happy New Year! We are delighted to publish our latest bumper bi-monthly newsletter! Nissan Fail To Support Club In Euro-4 Re-classification. We sent out an email just before Christmas about the ongoing issue… Read More
Published on 1st January 2023

Silent Auction - Helping a good cause and bag your dream Figaro

Lizzie Mawer with her Figaro, outside the Figaro Shop We were hugely saddened to hear of the passing of one of our members, Lizzie Mawer. Lizzie loved her Figaro. Like many owners, it brought a smile to her face, and she enjoyed being a member of our club. Her father,… Read More
Published on 29th December 2022

2022 - Interview with Yoshiro Kobata Pike Series Designer

As a CHRISTMAS SPECIAL, we wanted to share this amazing insight into how the Figaro was designed and where they took their inspiration from!  Figaro Smiles (Facebook) founder Adam Woods got in touch with us about this very special and… Read More
Published on 25th December 2022

Sales Brochure

The brochure below was published in 1991 and was available in the showrooms of Nissan. The publication has been written around the film The Figaro Story (1991 Film). This 98min omnibus film was screened in 1991 and captures the Nissan Figaro in Paris, Tokyo and New York. The film follows… Read More
Published on 23rd December 2022

Roof Visor (Wind/Rain Deflector) - Information and fitting video

The Polished Stainless Roof Visor (Wind/Rain Deflector) was one of 55 accessories and is attached to the door chrome trim via 3 sets of saddles. They work very well enabling the owner to have the window open but stopping the rain from entering the cabin. Unfortunately not available from Nissan. Read More

Repair - Lower boot dent repair video

This short video may help you if your Figaro has become a victim of the small dent, usually caused by the dreaded – ‘someone has opened their car door and dented my door whilst I parked my Figaro in a car park syndrome!’ In this video, the club founder Kevin… Read More
Published on 16th December 2022

Pin Badges from Pinfignia - Fleur De Lys

Member Helen has created 9 Enamel fleur–de–lys Figaro Badges in 8 colours plus no fill colour. Measures 20mm high x 12mm wide. PRICE £7 each (Free standard delivery to the UK) HOW TO BUY Visit the Etsy site which provides FREE UK SHIPPING Click here… Read More
Published on 13th December 2022

Door Striker Plate Fitting Video

Over time the plastic buffer can wear out which causes problems when closing the door. Club founder Kevin Fagan takes you through removing the existing plates and fitting the new ones. Once fitted the door closes and opens much more smoothly. NOTE. SINCE SHOOTING THE VIDEO I HAVE BEEN ADVISED… Read More
Published on 9th December 2022

Pin Badge and Window Sticker from Figaro Smiles - Nissan Figaro

Pins Badge & Window Sticker – Figaro Smiles 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!   Members loved it so much that… Read More
Published on 9th December 2022

Driving - Preparations for Winter Driving in a Nissan Figaro

Let’s be honest, the Figaro is in its element on those sun-drenched roof-down days. But blessed with fantastic heating, the car can still be great fun to drive on those cold clear winter days, and for the brave, with the roof down and bobble hats on!  … Read More
Published on 27th November 2022

ULEZ expansion announced from August 2023

Today 25th November 2022 the following was announced… ULEZ to be expanded London-wide In an expansion of the scheme supported by every London Mayor since the year 2000, from 29 August 2023, drivers of the most polluting cars (Figaro) will have to pay £12.50 a day to enter the Greater… Read More
Published on 25th November 2022

Air Conditioning - LED Lamp Upgrade

The existing A/C lamp is very dull and hard to see. You can upgrade it to be much brighter which is better as you can see if you have left the A/C on! There are two options for upgrades… OPTION 1 – PCB Modification £20 Club member Andy Knowles can… Read More
Published on 23rd November 2022

Nissan Figaro Wall Calendar 2023

SOLD OUT! Sorry, the calendar is now sold out. We are so proud to have shipped over 200 around the world 🙂 Submit a picture for our 2024 Calendar Click here We are delighted to announce the publication of our club’s 13th Nissan Figaro Wall… Read More
Published on 16th November 2022

Painting the Figaro Exterior

Words and Pictures Toby Brooks (The Figaro Shop) Painting a Figaro is a much more enjoyable process in terms of aesthetics. One that can make a slightly tired-looking car into a vibrant, gleaming one again………or even a unique extension of your personality!… Read More
Published on 5th November 2022

Essex Figaro Drive Out - 30th October 2022

Words, Pictures and Video – Adam Woods This year we managed to put together five-day trips across the Eastern Region! Spookily our Halloween event would again take place in Essex! Well, it wasn’t really that spooky as we had intended to do something else in Essex in September, with October… Read More
Published on 4th November 2022

MOT - Checks to help pass your cars MOT test

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
Published on 3rd November 2022

November & December 2022 Newsletter

We are delighted to publish our latest bi-monthly newsletter. FIGGY OWNERS LOVE TO SHOW OFF! Sue and I had always suspected it, but we needed the evidence of our recent 2022 Cornwall Figaro Rally to confirm our thoughts… “We believe that deep down, most Figaro owners are exhibitionists!” And… Read More
Published on 2nd November 2022

Dutch Figaro After Summer Tour - 25th September 2022

Words and Pictures Joyce & Pascal Like the last year, the last Sunday of September was the Figaro After Summer Tour organized by Figarolikes. We were looking for a nice part of the Netherlands, where our beloved Figaro’s would have a great drive. We had view options in mind, and… Read More
Published on 19th October 2022

Bumpers - Fibreglass Bumper Set

Manufactured by Figarorental.com these bumpers are made from Fibreglass. The company is run by Irish member Brendan Tighe who became frustrated about the high costs of chrome bumpers and went about manufacturing a replacement set from a cheaper material like fibreglass. Part of the cost-saving has been achieved by creating… Read More
Published on 17th October 2022

Seats - How To Improve The Seat Comfort On A Nissan Figaro Video

As your Figaro was manufactured in 1991 the chances are your seats may not be offering the support you need? We had the same issue and having now investigated the problem it’s easy to see why. It’s simply the lack of foam used between your bottom and the supporting steel… Read More
Published on 14th October 2022

Engine – Engine Idle Speed (IAA Unit) Set Up

You may find that your Figaro is idling too slow or fast. Engine idle setting should be set at around 850rpm. WHAT THE IAA (IDLE, AIR, ADJUST) UNIT DO? The unit which is mounted to the engine allows you to set up Idle, Electrical (headlights, indicators) and AC Loading. Read More
Published on 14th October 2022

Battery - Disconnect Switch

One of the most common issues we hear about at the club is flat batteries even after a week. The Figaro seems to have issues in this area which we suspect in many instances is down to what they refer to as ‘leakage’. When the battery is left connected… Read More
Published on 13th October 2022

Pin Badges from Pinfignia - Nissan Figaro

Member Helen has created 5 Enamel Figaro Badges in all 4 classic colours plus a pink custom colour. PRICE £7 each or £32 complete set of colours with five pins (Free standard delivery to the UK) HOW TO BUY Visit the Etsy site which provides FREE UK SHIPPING… Read More
Published on 11th October 2022

Cornwall Figaro Tour - 25th to 29th September 2022

Sar and Pat organised the whole event and made brilliant hosts during the evenings too Words, Pictures and Video Kevin Fagan Time flies as it was 3 years since Pat and Sarah Light’s Cornwall Rally back in 2019. They were keen to create the event again in 2020… Read More
Published on 5th October 2022

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

Maria Haines - Why I love my Figaro?

My Figgy makes me feel amazing it’s my happy pill, my treasure, my soul mate.  She is my vintage, stylish & cute.  She turns heads, gets the thumbs up & lifts up my spirits to others. She’s worth it !!! I have had the car for just a year,… Read More
Published on 24th September 2022

German Chapter Figaro Meeting - 17th to 18th September 2022

Words, Pictures and Video by Jörg Middendorf Members of the German chapter met at Edersee (Hessen) to chat and have a ride together. 6 Cars attended on the day. The weather was not so kind but they enjoyed themselves. WATCH THE VIDEO ENJOY THE PICTURES… Read More
Published on 22nd September 2022

Cambridgeshire Figaro Drive Out - 18th September 2022

Words, Pictures and Video Adam Woods We started planning the Cambridgeshire Day Trip a few months ago, and not knowing that side of the region quite as well, I really struggled to find a nice venue where we could meet in a lovely setting with decent parking, while also finding… Read More
Published on 21st September 2022

Keith Evans - Why I love my Figaro?

I am an ex-pat Brit now living in California. I had never seen, nor even heard of, a Nissan Figaro. Then, on a trip back to the UK, I saw this cool, quirky, retro car passing by, “What on Earth is that?”, I asked my sister. “No idea”, she replied. Read More
Published on 16th September 2022

CarFest South - 25th to 29th August 2022

Words and Pictures by Adam Woods. Who would have thought that owning a car could bring so much joy?? Here’s the story of CarFest South 2022! After lots of discussion with our very own CarFest Supremo Ken, and guidance (of course!) from Kevin, back in November we took on the… Read More
Published on 2nd September 2022

September & October 2022 Newsletter

We are delighted to publish our latest newsletter just in time for the BANK HOLIDAY weekend (well in the UK anyway). Members living in Europe, the last two months of dry sunny weather must have been the most rewarding ever. Being such a ‘summer car’ most of us have to… Read More
Published on 30th August 2022

The Pao Project

The Pao was part of the Pike Factory Cars (as was the Figaro) so we thought it was worth a mention! We were excited to see this initiative from The Figaro Shop Words and Pictures: Toby Brooks We love the Nissan Pao, it’s the older brother of the Figaro. We… Read More
Published on 25th August 2022

Figgys and Chat at Woodies - 14th August 2022

Words and Pictures: Gary Wilbur Wright Here in Netley Abbey, just outside of Southampton we are kind of on the border between the South East and the South West chapters of the club so living here it’s a bit more difficult to get to things that are organised, basically means… Read More
Published on 25th August 2022