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

If you want to know what problem your Figaro is reporting from the sound of the beep, then you need to learn to speak Figgy! Fortunately, help is at hand and our 2 minute Figgy language training course will teach you all you need to know! This video is published… Read More

Car Batteries like most things, don’t last forever, at some point they do need replacing. A flat, unreliable battery, is always an inconvenience and at times compromises safety and can be positively dangerous. Often, the reason a car battery fails is because it is simply too old and no longer… Read More

The club founder Kevin shows you how easy it is to move your Bonnet/Hood up or down and align it with the car’s bodywork. Nissan provided two bonnet height adjuster rubbers which are located inside the corners of the bonnet/hood. Few owners know that these can be turned to allow… Read More

Club founder Kevin Fagan shows you how to fit one of the most popular Figaro Accessories. The video provides useful tips on applying protective sleeving to the brackets before fitting which will save your paintwork in addition to preparing the car before fitting. Two versions are available, Stainless Steel &… Read More

Here is our ultimate brake fitting guide for your Figaro! Our experts guide you through how to change the front and rear brakes on your Figaro This video is published under license provided by The Figaro Shop   Watch more of our YouTube Ownership Help Guides Subscribe… Read More

A video that shows a guide on how to check front and rear brakes on a Nissan Figaro. Expert guidance on knowing when the pads, shoes, discs and also sliders are worn on this floating style calliper. Note: This Video is published under license provided by The Figaro Shop  … Read More

Presented by Kevin Fagan, founder of the Figaro Owners Club and author of the Nissan Figaro Buyers Guide, this one-hour video filmed in 2023 covers the inspection of 28 critical areas and test driving of the car. Buy the full PDF download of the latest 2026 edition of the… Read More

With the car reaching the ripe old age of 32, chances are although the carpets have enjoyed hovering over the years the carpet has never been washed. Anyone who ever washed their home carpets and seen and results (normally the dirt ending up in a clear container on the machine)… Read More

If you look closely you may see a dirt line running up each side of the gorgeous chrome trim that surrounds the car. This can be removed by making a small wooden wedge and by using a duster to get into the area. Watch our short video   Watch more… Read More

Due to the Figaros drop roof, there are a number of water drainage areas that need to be checked and are working. TWO TOP RUBBER ROOF DRAIN HOLES You can check and if required re-route the hoses that drain to the bottom of the car to drain inside the… Read More

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

A short video by Kevin on restoring the lower boot tray and tool kit. The video also shows how you can replace the webbing and what the compartments were originally meant for. The lower (optional) boot tray can often be forgotten when cleaning the car.   Watch more of our… Read More

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

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

One of the many endearing features of the Figaro is the chrome & stainless steel used throughout the car. One such item is the wide stainless steel trim that runs up the side and along the top of the roof, just in front of the windscreen. Over the years, this… Read More

With spring on its way in the UK, now is the time to get your car ready for the season! Club founder Kevin Fagan shares his experience with using some household & car cleaning products, plus some useful tips to get your Figgy sparkling this season! Product Summary (Google the… Read More

In this video, Kevin tries the fit of this new tailor-made cover from Coverzone. Manufactured from a 4 layer fabric that is waterproof as well as breathable the cover fits the Figaro like a glove. The soft non-scratch layer is elasticated at the front and rear allowing the cover to… Read More

Club founder Kevin takes you through a range of covers available for the Nissan Figaro. The video takes you through a step by step guide to what to look for when buying a cover and the difference between external cover specs. Includes tips on how to secure them too!… Read More

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

If you have to replace the speaker or window motor you will need to remove the internal door card. This video takes you through all the screws which you need to remove and how to slide the card out. This video is published under license provided by The Figaro Shop… Read More

As our Figaros gracefully age into their mid-30s, certain areas, particularly the rubber edging, can show signs of wear. The degradation of rubber and the drying out of the original glue can lead to unsightly detachment, often resulting in repairs that don’t always look great. For those of us striving… Read More

One of the most common issues with the car is not being able to gain entry after shutting to door. This happens when the release mechanism becomes jammed and requires oiling. On the side of the door is a bung that when removed allows you to gain entry to do… Read More

For those owners looking to create a Category I or 2 status for their Nissan Figaro, then the re-chroming of the chrome parts is a requirement. This video takes you through how to remove the handles, prepare them to be chromed and re-installed. Once removed you can send off your… Read More

This video covers in detail how the door opening, closing and locking mechanism works within the door. If you are having problems entering the car then it’s well worth a watch. Also, we strongly recommend spending a minute checking the movement of the trigger lever and if it is a… Read More

One of the common issues with the Figaro, especially if the car has not been used for a while is opening the door after inserting and turning the key. In this Video, club founder Kevin shows you what’s going on by demonstrating it on a lock outside the car. Read More

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

A guide to the preparations needed in order to drive your Nissan Figaro in Europe. If you’re going on a road trip you Fig will need to be ready for the trip. Note: This Video is published under license provided by The Figaro Shop   Watch more of our YouTube… Read More

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

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

This 2 Minute Video shows you exactly how to check the antifreeze levels and your other winter checks in addition to tyre checks for tread and perishing. Note: This Video is published under license provided by The Figaro Shop   Watch more of our YouTube Ownership Help Guides… Read More

The Figaro is equipped with a turbocharger, allowing the engine to produce more power, torque, acceleration and fuel economy from the 987cc power plant. The turbocharger works by using spent exhaust gas to spin a turbine, which in turn forces air into the engine to produce power. The front-mounted turbocharger… Read More

How to solve a squealing sound after startup! There are few things more annoying than the whine of a noisy Figaro alternator belt! This can be caused by it coming loose or perishing through age etc. This video shows you how to tighten the fan belt and how to change… Read More

Prevention is cheaper than the cure and this is especially true when it comes to Figgy gearboxes. It’s important that there is always enough oil in the gearbox as this can help to prolong its life, as well as making a gear change feel smoother. Our 2-minute video will teach… Read More

Like A Figaro… But Faster! Have you ever been slightly frustrated at the 3-speed automatic gearbox on your Figaro? The Figaro Shop can convert your Figaro to a 5-speed manual transmission. Read their latest blog. Click here Benefits ✅ Higher top speeds – Cruise… Read More

The Ignition Leads or HT Leads are one of the most common items that tend to go wrong on a Figgy. The symptoms include bad running and misfires and very often simply replacing these leads will cure these problems. Note: This Video is published under license provided by The Figaro… Read More

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

Words and Pictures: Simon Smith A common issue with the Figaro is Head Gasket and Piston damage caused by the failure of hoses, thereby causing a loss of coolant and overheating. Figaros only have a temperature gauge meaning you have to keep an eye on the gauge to make sure… Read More

Some countries require the 10 DIGIT Engine number when importing the car. Club founder Kevin explains where the number is located and how to find it within the engine bay. Using a light (recommended) to enhance the numbers and also a small extendable mirror Kevin locates the number which starts… Read More

Over time it is fairly common that the tappets on a Figaro fail – and they do need checking or re-setting as they wear or they can damage the top part of the engine.  In this video, we show you how to do exactly that and adjust them… Read More