News Archive – 2010s

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Helen Robinson - Why I love my Figaro

My car ‘Foxy’ is the perfect car, ideal to drive as its automatic no fiddly gears and clutch to deal with.  Small enough for me and the occasional guest in the passenger seat, parking is a doddle.  Having such a good heater makes driving with the top down fantastic whatever… Read More

Published on 30th January 2017

Gillian Warnell - Why I love my Figaro

Odd, quirky, different – but enough about me what about my car? They say owners can look like their pets (Sharon in Eastenders and Roly anybody?) but can a car adequately represent them and their personality? Well there certainly is an argument to say so given the tasteless and brash… Read More

Published on 30th January 2017

Dawn McCarthy-Simpson - Why I love my Figaro

To explain why I adore my Figaro, ‘Betty’, is like trying to explain the chemistry with a newfound partner, a parent’s love for a child, it’s impossible to express in words… she’s a part of me and I just do. Yes, she looks fantastic, exuding elegance and class, but it’s… Read More

Published on 30th January 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

Figgyworld Archive

Our Award Winning Figgyworld (now discontinued) was published in the years of 2015/16/17. Items Listed in Date Order (latest first) December 2017 – ISSUE 12 This 60-page (12th edition) includes three events, two technical help articles, member stories, new discount codes, events updates, a… Read More

Published on 30th January 2017

Handle Chrome Surround - kit upgrade for a Nissan Figaro video

Manufactured by The Figaro Shop this is a 3 piece kit to help tackle shrinking door cards and roof liners.The kit comes with two plates for behind the inner door handles and 1 for the roof handle. They can be fitted in seconds and can transform a sorry looking interior. Read More

Published on 12th 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 »How to use a Portable Jump Start Battery PackNissan Figaro… Read More

Wheel - Spare (Space Saving) Wheel for a Nissan Figaro

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

Painting - Interior Paint touch up ivory paint spray for a Nissan Figaro video

With the Figaro now over 25 years old it’s only natural that the inside will have suffered from lots of scruffs and marks over the years. In addition, many cars have issues with the interior panels becoming stained or going sticky. How to paint your interior They need to… Read More

Published on 5th January 2017

Happy Figmas Video 2016

We would like to wish all our members, supporters and fans of the car a very happy Christmas. Kick back with a glass of sherry and a mince pie and enjoy our Christmas video that we hope may bring back some great memories of 2016… Thanks a million for all… Read More

Published on 24th December 2016

Brigitte Van den Broek - Why I love my Figaro

If you see a Figaro you cannot do anything else than love it... Read More

Published on 22nd December 2016

Fran Clark - Why I love my Figaro

I used to work in Halifax and on my way to work occasionally saw a green Figaro, I had no idea what I was looking at but knew I wanted one of these quirky cars.  Unbeknown to me, my partner Jeremy had listened to me raving about this little car… Read More

Published on 22nd December 2016

Floor Mats - bespoke mats for a Nissan Figaro

Specifically manufactured for the Figaro, these mats not only look the business they also save the car from dirt and are easy to clean. They are very well made and an exact fit, as the Figaro footwell is not a universal shape. ‘Figaro’ embossed mats in the following colours: Black… Read More

Published on 21st December 2016

Brian Akre - Why I love my Figaro

No car I have ever driven elicits as many smiles, waves and thumbs-up as my little Figaro. It’s rolling sunshine — a bright, happy little car. It’s not for everybody. It’s slow. Its design is a bit feminine, with its curvaceous lines and pastel shades. It is terminally cute, yet… Read More

Published on 20th December 2016

Carla Wells - Why I love my Figaro

Just the thought of my beautiful Figaro MayBelle brings a big smile to my face. This transcends onto everybody she meets, it’s the ‘MayBelle affect’. Life is all about experiences and adding to the movie strip in your mind, the adventures I have had with MayBelle have created so many. Read More

Published on 20th December 2016

Julie Thornley - Why I love my Figaro

My first sighting of a Figaro was in a car park – it was, as they say, love at first sight. I remember writing the name down to look up on the computer when I got home. I just loved the retro styling of the car – the curves, the… Read More

Published on 20th December 2016

Belinda Richardson - Why I love my Figaro

Why I love my Figaro? Is it her big round headlights, curvy lines, oversized chrome switches and dials, or the soft cream leather seats all wrapped up in those dolly mixture paint colours. YES to all! Read More

Published on 20th December 2016

Ken Graham - Why I love my Figaro

Three reasons – it’s so unique, it’s so similar…., and you become a member of a tremendously friendly Figaro family. I’d never been a ‘car club’ person. Although I had always liked the Figaro and always took time to go and have a close look at any I saw. I… Read More

Published on 20th December 2016

Rust - Rear Window Frame for a Nissan Figaro video

The Rear Window Frame is known to suffer from rust-causing the vinyl to lift and bubble rust badly and many become unrepairable. The Figaro Shop have re-manufactured the part in Fiberglass providing exceptional protection. The item is a direct replacement and comes fully trimmed requiring no modification to fit. This… Read More

Published on 19th December 2016

Member shares their Figaro Documentation with the Club

Member Graham Foulston has kindly shared with us some of the original documentation he has. Originally supplied with the car, the documentation includes labels attached at the time of delivery, handbooks, parts manuals plus marketing literature including the original promotional imagery and more. Graham, thanks very much for sharing these… Read More

Published on 19th December 2016

Figaro Trailers

Over the years the club has seen a few members attach (and manufacture) trailers for their cars from other Figaros …… 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

Roof - Removal and Fitting of a new roof for a Nissan Figaro video

One of the most frequent requests we get from owners is how to fit a new roof? Over the years the roof can shrink (especially if your car has no garage and lives outside for most of the time due to UV) and can become brittle and tear (again due… Read More

Published on 17th December 2016

Glove Box Lockable Latch for a Nissan Figaro Video

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

Published on 17th December 2016

Trim - how to repair the Nissan Figaro trim using Tiger Seal video

The chrome strip running all the way around the car can suffer from problems. The main issue is the perishing of the plastic seat between the car and the chrome trim. As the rubber becomes old it tends to lift and separate from both and at worst case hang out… Read More

Published on 17th December 2016

Dashboard Fascia - how to repaint on a Nissan Figaro video

The Figaro Dashboard can become dull and dirty, especially around the glove box. There is a solution, however as it can be repainted. The process involves the removal of the complete dash, instruments, gauges and controls. They need to be thoroughly cleaned, we use a soda solution. After they have… Read More

Published on 17th December 2016

Festive Figgy Run - 11th December 2016

On Sunday 11th December 2016 the inaugural Festive Figgy Fun Run met at the Oaksmere Hotel in Suffolk and saw 13 Figgys gathering under blue skies and winter sunshine to pose for photos in the hotel’s impressive grounds before setting off in convoy for the historic town of Lavenham, Suffolk. Read More

Published on 16th December 2016

Figgyworld Dec 2016 Issue 8

Published: 1st December 2016 Issue No: 8 Contents: Magazine includes a number of interesting member stories, a report from the NEC Classic Motor Show, Christmas must-haves, owner workshop (how to fix a distributor leak), Figaro masterclass (painting the Figaro), member gallery, events calendar, member discount codes, chapter information… Read More

Published on 5th December 2016

Figgyworld Oct 2016 Issue 7

Published: 1st October 2016 Issue No: 7 Contents: Our latest club magazine includes the full story of our Belgium Figaro Rally 2016, Tips for European Touring, Living the dream article, Member Stories, Owners Workshop (fitting a battery isolator), Figaro Masterclass (changing disc brakes), Members Gallery, Events Calendar, Member… Read More

Published on 9th November 2016

Figgyworld July 2016 Issue 6

Published: 1st July 2016 Issue No: 6 Contents: Our latest club magazine includes the full story of our wonderful 25 Birthday celebrations, Member Stories, Owners Workshop (adjusting your tappets), Figaro Masterclass (detecting leaks), Members Gallery, Events Calendar, Member Discount Codes and Archive Downloads… Read your online copy today… Read More

Published on 9th November 2016

Figgyworld March 2016 Issue 5

Published: 1st March 2016 Issue No: 5 Contents: Member Profile: Member Janet Penton sent in this story penned by her ‘little happy car’  – Poets’ Corner: Member Ian Martin shares another figgy poem – Why I Love my Figaro: A new series allows our members to share… Read More

Published on 8th November 2016

Figgyworld Dec 2015 Issue 4

Published: 1st December 2016 Issue No: 4 Contents: Happy Birthday Member Story – Dear Santa Xmas Offers – California Dreaming (US Member Story) – Santa Saves the Day (Xmas Poem) – Member Profile – Windscreen Nightmare Member Story – Figgie on a Roll Member Story – Members Gallery… Read More

Published on 8th November 2016

Figgyworld Sept 2015 Issue 3

Published: 1st September 2016 Issue No: 3 Contents: My dream car is Sarah Jane’s Car! ~ From Sheffield to Ile-de-Re in Figaro ~ Events Calender ~ Shelley Heighton-Towers ~ Cover Story Interview ~ Owner Workshop – Heater Repair ~ Nissan Figaro 25th Birthday Party ~ Figaro Masterclass on… Read More

Published on 8th November 2016

Figgyworld June 2015 Issue 2

Published: 1st June 2016 Issue No: 2 Contents: A Figaro Like No Other  ~ The Big Interview ~ Events Calendar ~ Cover Story Interview ~ Owner Workshop on Rocker Shaft Information ~ Nissan Figaro 25th Birthday Party ~ Figaro Masterclass on Painting ~ Nitrogen – Is it all… Read More

Published on 8th November 2016

Figgyworld March 2015 Issue 1

Published: 1st March 2016 Issue No: 1 Contents: The Prefect Wedding Car ~ Getting Ready for Scotland ~ Kevin & Ruth Costello Cover Story ~ Events Calendar ~ Members Gallery ~ Owner Workshop on Coolant System & Hoses ~ Rocking at Rockingham ~ Figaro Masterclass on Rust  ~… Read More

Published on 16th October 2016

Donington Historic Festival - 30th April to 1st May 2016

Five have plenty of fun Yes, that is the title of an Enid Blyton book, but Five Figgys definitely had plenty of fun at Donington Historic Festival on Saturday 30th April. Figaro Owners Club were pleased to be represented by “The Five”, as Car Clubs are an intrinsic feature of… Read More

Published on 30th April 2016

Plaques - Tokyo Nouvelle Vague Plaques for a Nissan Figaro

The club works with Blazing Gun Products who have reproduced the original Tokyo Nouvelle Vague Plaques. Only 1,500 of the 20,000 Figaros manufactured were ever supplied with the Tokyo Nouvelle Vague External Plaque. Both these plaques have been lovingly reproduced to replicate the original quality and message. The external plaques… 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