About Us
The club, established on the 1st of March 2009, was created to cater to the increasing demands of owners and enthusiasts. Over the years, our membership has expanded to encompass more than 20 countries, with a dedicated team of passionate owners and chapter area coordinators offering their support. With an abundance of information available, we encourage you to explore and delve into the resources provided. For those who are new to the car, we suggest starting with our ‘Heritage’ section, which offers valuable insights into the origins and history of this remarkable vehicle. Understanding its journey to existence will undoubtedly enhance your appreciation for it.
Attention-grabbing
Owning a Figaro is an attention-grabbing experience that quickly becomes a part of daily life. This charming little car has a unique ability to bring smiles to the faces of passersby, sparking their curiosity and leaving them wanting to know more. It is not uncommon for Figaro owners to be approached with questions like “What is it?” and “Do they still make them?” These inquiries have become the norm, and Figaro owners take pride in sharing their knowledge and passion for this iconic vehicle. The attention it receives only reinforces the joy and admiration that comes with being a Figaro owner.
There are many benefits to Membership – practical, social and financial.
The Figaro Owners Club is a welcoming community that caters to anyone who shares an interest in these adorable little cars. Whether or not one owns a Figaro, everyone is encouraged to join. The club’s main goals include promoting awareness of the Figaro and contributing to the preservation of its unique heritage, in collaboration with other Figaro clubs and associations. As a not-for-profit organization, the Figaro Owners Club places great importance on its members, focusing on their needs and interests. It provides a platform for enthusiasts to connect, learn, and share their passion for these charming vehicles.
There’s tons of information here so have a good old nose around. We recommend looking at our section on history as it will provide you with a better understanding of how the car came into the world.
If you are thinking of buying you are welcome to pop along to one of our events and chat with owners or read our section on buying advice. If you want to take it a stage further then maybe reading our Nissan Figaro Buyers Guide would be a great ‘first step’ as it provides totally independent advice on all aspects of inspecting, test driving and buying the car.
How the club started
Our son Daniel had always wanted a Figaro having seen the car at his local garage when he was just 16. After saving for a number of years (plus a small contribution from his mum and dad!) he, at last, brought an emerald green model in May 2008. Following the purchase, we searched on the internet for a club in the hope we could attend events and meet other owners. We were amazed that at that time no club existed so the Figaro Owners Club was born! We decided to build a basic website and forum which took a few months and on the 1st of March 2009, we pressed the publish button and waited to see if anyone wanted to join. Within a week we had 10 members, a month 35 and a year 478!
Today the club has around 1,300 members worldwide in countries including New Zealand, Japan, Australia, USA, Canada, Germany, Spain, France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Sweden and many more.
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Our Mission Statement (okay we know that sounds a bit corporate!)
“To provide comprehensive advice and information to both present and future owners (in addition to having lots of fun in the process) and to ensure these wonderful cars and their providence is preserved for the next generation of owners”
Award-Winning too
The Figaro Owners Club has received 2011 All-Star Award from Constant Contact®, Inc. (NASDAQ: CTCT), the trusted marketing advisor to more than half a million small organisations worldwide. Each year, a select group of Constant Contact customers are honoured with the All Star Award for their exemplary marketing results. The Figaro Owners Club results ranked among the top 10% of Constant Contact’s customer base.
In 2015 the club won an award for our New Club Magazine ‘Figgyworld‘ from Classic & Sports Car Award for ‘Most Improved Club Magazine’
In 2017 the club won another award, this time is was for our Yorkshire Figaro Rally 2017. This was an amazing achievement for such a small club. See more about the rally! Click here
Shortlisted for Best Club Website Award – December 2020
We are so chuffed to have been shortlisted in today’s awards which for the first time ever was broadcast live on YouTube on the 1st December 2020. According to Editor in chief, Alastair Clements, this year there was a bumper crop of entries so to be selected in the top three is a real feather in our cap! Congratulations to the winners Blackpool Thunder Car Club. Here are just a few minutes featuring us but you can watch the whole video too by clicking on the link below.
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Club wins Best Club Show/Event at NEC Classic Car Show 2021
We are delighted to announce that our little club has scooped the Best Club Show/Event for our Nissan Figaro 30th Birthday Party Weekend June 26/27th 2021. This prestigious award was announced at the Classic & Sports Car Awards Gala Dinner at this year’s Classic Motor Show which is taking place in the NEC this weekend.
Thanks so much from the bottom of our hearts to everyone who turned up, our sponsors & supporters for making it such an amazing day. Kevin, Sue & Family. Read more
