News Archive – 2010s

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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.

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Nissan Logos over the years

Although the Figaro doesn’t shout about its manufacturing heritage, we thought it might interest owners to learn more about the logo. As you can see from the picture on the right, the logo used on the car is outlined in orange. It is probably the most understated of the lot. Read More

Published on 30th December 2023

12 ways to add value to your Nissan Figaro

We believe if you are prepared to put the time in and spend money wisely you can actually retain your car’s value and in some cases actually increase it! Over the years the clubs processed hundreds of insurance valuations. We are pleased to report in most cases… Read More

Published on 21st December 2019

Sanford Doi - Nissan Figaro Personalised Number Plates

UK owners can only look on in envy at some of the mouth-watering personalised number plates that appear on our us members’ figs! Words: Sanford Doi  Pictures: Club Members After seeing ‘MYFIGY’ posted by Sanford Doi on our USA Facebook Chapter Group we were interested to know just how he… Read More

Published on 29th November 2019

Nissan Figaro Wall Calendar 2020

We are delighted to announce the publication of our 10th Nissan Figaro Calendar! Comprising of 15 pictures of our members cars parked at stunning locations in England, Wales, Scotland, USA, Netherlands and New Zealand. The Calendar measures 28cm wide x 44cm high opened out. Top wire-o-bound Spiral binder, 250gsm Matt… Read More

Published on 20th November 2019

LHD - A look a left hand drive Nissan Figaros

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

Published on 15th November 2019

Felt Toy Nissan Figaro from Yuki Saga

For those of you who love sewing and being creative why not make your own Figaro out of felt? Japanese Member Yuki Saga produced this Pale Aqua Figaro on this page and has documented how she did it and all the parts you will need along with scale templates required… Read More

Published on 14th November 2019

November & December 2019 Newsletter

Welcome to our November & December 2019 Newsletter. This edition includes the latest news and Figaro gossip plus a new Caption Competition, the much anticipated Cotswold Fun Weekend launch, Patrick Light’s Cornwall Rally, an amazing 150 hour restoration from member Eoin Mekie, Holland Rally report from Pascal Snel, Members’ story… Read More

Published on 1st November 2019

Safety - Baby seats and if you can fit them?

As a club we are always receiving questions concerning “Can I fit a baby seat to a Nissan Figaro?” We thought it would be useful to post comments from some of a few of our members of their experiences… I have just bought my first Figaro, and I have a… Read More

Roof - How To Fit A Roof To The Nissan Figaro Video

A comprehensive 34 step 1/2 hour video tutorial on how to replace a Nissan Figaro roof (or hood). The video includes important tips and techniques required to remove your existing roof (which may be leaking due to having shrunk or have tears in it) and install a new one. The… Read More

Published on 16th October 2019

Carol & Eoin Mekie - Full Restoration

A&E Restoration After sitting on a drive for 10 years with a torn roof this lucky Figaro was given life saving surgery just in time The car now stripped and on its way to the painters Words & Pictures Eoin Mekie We bought… Read More

Published on 13th October 2019

Dutch Figaro After Summer Tour - 29th August 2019

Words & Pictures by Pascal & Joyce 29th September 2019. We started the 1st After a summer tour in the Netherlands with 17 Figaro’s. 7 x Lapis Grey, 4 x Emerald Green, 3 x Pale Aqua, 1 x Topaz Mist and 2 x Custom Colour in black. As… Read More

Published on 4th October 2019

Strictly Come Dancing - Show Calls For Figaro

Words & Pictures Kevin Fagan A couple of weeks ago I received an email from the BBC asking if we could supply a Figaro for the new series of Strictly Come Dancing? As Sue is such a big fan it didn’t take long to say yes! “I want… Read More

Published on 30th August 2019

Engine - Air Filter

This little upgrade can be fitted in 5 minutes and may even improve your MPG and performance! If you enjoy tinkering with your Figaro and don’t mind delving under the bonnet then read on. Chances are the air filter fitted in your Figaro is a paper type which is perfectly… Read More

Published on 5th May 2019

Toy - Figaro Model 1:18 Scale

Highly detailed 1:18th Scale model of the Nissan Figaro. The model was manufactured by Hobby Japan but at the time of writing no longer available. You can still buy but at a higher price and only through eBay by searching for the 1:18th Scale model of Nissan Figaro. Watch the… Read More

Published on 10th February 2019

Club hits £5,200 raised for charity

The club has chosen to work with CLIC SARGENT who fight tirelessly for children and young people with cancer, often when they feel they can’t. They do this individually, locally and nationally, so that they can focus on the important things, like getting well. And if… Read More

Published on 8th April 2018

Yorkshire Figaro Rally wins NEC Classic Car show award

Our clubs Yorkshire Figaro Rally 2017 outshone even California in the category Best Club Run/Rally at the Classic Car Show awards on 10th November at the NEC. Left to right – Dave Youngs – Car Club Manager of Lancaster Insurance, Kevin Fagan – Figaro Owners Club Founder, Jane… Read More

Published on 16th November 2017

Hand Drawn Personalised Prints

Many thank to Dutch Member Pascal Snel, who sent us information on this company. Although the website is in Dutch, you can see the type of work that Koan can produce. I’m Koen de Vreeze, illustrator. I’ve always signed up from a young age and after some hassles in… Read More

Published on 7th October 2017

Alan & Sheena Harvey - Why I love my Figaro?

Figaros make us smile. Occasionally seeing one in London, and smiling despite being in yet another traffic jam, led us to buy ours 10 years ago. In 2005, UK imports weren’t common but we found a private seller an hour’s drive away, and a proper look at the car’s special… Read More

Published on 30th January 2017

Ward Thomas - Town Called Ugley

Enjoy this great tune and Video Published on Feb 4, 2015 Buy Album – Click here   Watch more of our YouTube Ownership Help Guides Subscribe to our Figaro YouTube Channel« Prev1 / 8Next »Figaro Owners Club Window Switch Repair on a Nissan Figaro… Read More

Wheel - Spare/Space Saving Wheel

The yellow emergency Nissan Figaro Spare wheel is supplied as standard, but if you have just brought the car, check that it’s in the lower boot. The wheel is designed to be used only while the picture is being repaired. It’s good practice to occasionally check the air pressure, which… Read More

Published on 9th January 2017

Nissan Figaro Memorabilia

Some of the original documentation supplied with the car including labels attached at the time of delivery, handbooks, parts manuals plus marketing literature including the original promotional imagery and more. Kindly supplied by Graham Foulston… Read More

Published on 19th December 2016

Nissan Figaro - CGI Figaro

This CGI (Computer Generated Image) has been designed to enable game & film makers to include the car! You can actually download the data file and create your very own CGI Video! Click here… Read More

Nissan Figaro - Photoshop Fig

We would love to see this ‘Photoshop’d’ car build!  … Read More

A Nissan Figaro that wants to be different!

This amazing Figaro appeared at the ‘Mooneyes Street Car Nationals event in May 2016, held at Odaiba, Tokyo, Japan. Read more  … Read More

Hand Drawn Personalised Prints

The club is delighted to work with Richard Corrigan. Richard is one of the leading artists of classic cars and has turned his attention to our beloved Figaro! Personalised Figaro Print Personalised Figaro Print with your Image £75 – Personalised Plate (Unframed). 420mm x 297mm printed… Read More

Published on 9th October 2015

Watch - Figaro Owners Club (25th Anniversary) No Longer Available

THIS ITEM IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE To celebrate the Figaro’s 25th Anniversary (1991 – 2016) the club has partnered with watch expert Timedrivers to design & manufacture a Figaro Watch which is faithful to the design details of the speedometer and logo. To ensure the perfect match with… Read More

Toy - Figaro Model 1:43 Scale

Model Detailed miniature Nissan Figaro 1:43. Beautiful detail miniature with original wheels and sunroof. Manufactured by Kyosho this car is a perfect copy of the real thing and makes an ideal present or gift for the Figaro lover in your life! Material: Die-cast Colour: Emerald Green white. How can buy?… Read More

Published on 19th March 2015

Greetings Cards

Happy Birthday & Congratulations Cards which are guaranteed to raise a smile in anyone who secretly wishes they owned a Figaro… Both illustrations feature the Nissan Figaro with the strap line Beep Beep! Blank inside for your own message Specification: Printed on glossy FSC certified heavyweight ivory… Read More

Published on 23rd October 2014