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Flitwick Car Show 2024 - Sunday 18th August 2024

Words and pictures: Adam Woods/Kevin Fagan (pics & video) ENJOY A SHORT VIDEO FROM ADAM Jim, who runs Flitwick Car Show, had contacted me to ask if the club would like to attend. Sadly in past years we already had something planned around that time, but this year… Read More
Published on 19th August 2024

V5C Log Book (Registration Certificate UK Only)

When you bought your Figaro, the owner should have handed you a V5C Log Book (Registration Certificate) document of ownership. Within the form, there is a section that requires you to complete to change the ownership status to you. As a club, over the years we have seen several V5… Read More
Published on 15th August 2024

Seats - Repair Service By Member John Catling

Words and pictures by John Catling Are you fed up with your nasty discoloured Figaro seats? Do you want them to look shiny and impressive again? I can clean, strip and repair all light damage/cracks etc to your seats. Then re-colour in Figaro Ivory Grey and seal in gloss or… Read More
Published on 14th August 2024

Brake - Brake Light Switch Stopper

If your brake lights stay on permanently, even when you remove the keys and lock the car then chances are the Green Brake Light Switch Pedal Stopper has broken and fallen off the stopper bracket.  Over time, the stopper can become brittle and break into multiple pieces. If the stopper… Read More
Published on 8th August 2024

Club Discontinue Figaro Calendar

After over a decade of producing and sharing our calendars featuring stunning Figs in picturesque locations worldwide, it is with a heavy heart that we have made the tough decision to discontinue this tradition. The reason is threefold. The calendar takes an extraordinary amount of time to design, the escalating… Read More
Published on 30th July 2024

Didsbury & South Manchester Car Show - Sunday 14th July 2024

Words and Pictures: North West Chapter Coordinator Jane Harrop You had to pre-register directly to attend the Didsbury and South Manchester Classic Car Show and then just turn up on the day! Free to exhibit and free to visitors, it ensured that it was a jam-packed and friendly show. There… Read More
Published on 26th July 2024

Wadebridge Wheels 2024 in Cornwall - Sunday 21st July 2024

Words and Pictures Martin Isted The event was held at the Wadebridge showground in Cornwall on Sunday 21st July 2024 and was organised by the Wadebridge Rotary Club to raise money for local charities. They had over 1100 vehicles registered to attend and were joined by various trade stands and… Read More

Switch - Window Switch Toggle Set (3)

By The Figaro Shop The ivory-shaded interior of the Nissan Figaro is one of its most recognisable features and hosts a range of great retro design details. It is adorned with chrome, leather and vinyl to make the greatest visual impact and make you feel like you are truly driving… Read More
Published on 22nd July 2024

Simply Japanese - Sunday 21st July 2024

It was the first time our club had supported this event, which was held at the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu. Ten cars attended and the feedback was positive. Thanks to Jaymes Gardiner for sending the pictures and all our members for attending the day Enjoy some pictures… Read More
Published on 22nd July 2024

German Chapter Meeting - Friday 5th/Sunday 7th July 2024

Words and Pictures by Jörg Middendorf Our third chapter meeting occurred in Wernigerode in the Harz Mountains from 5-7 July. Eight Figaros travelled through the Harz Mountains, stopping at Michaelstein Monastery, the Rappbodetalsperre dam and the Christianental Wildlife Park. We enjoyed a wonderful tour with mostly good weather… Read More
Published on 13th July 2024

July & August 2024 Newsletter

Welcome to the July & August Newsletter! Out a few days early. Summer is here and we have included no less than Six events plus Drive Your Figaro Day! We are thrilled to bring you another ‘bumper edition’ filled with exciting stories from our members, the latest supplier news, and… Read More
Published on 29th June 2024

Millport Classic Car Event - Saturday 22nd June 2024

Words and pictures: Ken Graham Scottish Chapter Coordinator It was an early start for four Figs and their owners on Saturday 22nd of June as they headed for Largs in Ayrshire to catch the 8.15 am ferry for the short 10-minute crossing to the beautiful Isle of Cumbrae. ‘The… Read More
Published on 25th June 2024

The 13th Figaroteam Holland Tour - Saturday 1st June 2024

Words and Pictures Tanja and Edwin Hess The weekend of Saturday, June 1, 2024, was the day for the 13th Figaroteam Holland Tour in beautiful South Limburg. The start was in Mechelen, at Hotel Brull. The parking lot was full of 28 Figaro’s, who after receiving coffee and real Limburgse… Read More
Published on 25th June 2024

Club Members Raise £1,149 For Charity

During our Devon Figaro Rally 2024 back in April we held a raffle to raise much-needed money for Macmillan Cancer Support.  We are delighted to announce that through the generosity of members, £1,149 was raised.  View the confirmation letter. That’s enough to fund: A Macmillan Nurse… Read More
Published on 25th June 2024

Drive Your Figaro Weekend - Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th June 2024

Over this weekend we were delighted to announce that 82 Members took part in our Drive Your Figaro Day (DYFD). No doubt the rubbish weather we had in the UK and over Europe affected the numbers a little bit. THANKS SO MUCH TO EVERYONE WHO TOOK PART. WATCH DUTCH MEMBER… Read More
Published on 19th June 2024

Tayside Classic Car Show - Sunday 9th June 2024

Words and Pictures Scottish Chapter Coordinator Ken Graham In what was proving to be a busy start to June for the Scottish Chapter, just a week after our Thirlestane Castle weekend we were off on our travels once again to Errol Airfield (between Perth and Dundee) for one of our… Read More
Published on 19th June 2024

BVAC Classic Festival of Motoring - Sunday 2nd June 2024

Words and Pictures Scottish Chapter Coordinator Ken Graham Having made our debut visit to this show in 2023 many of the Scottish Chapter were keen to attend again. Set in the beautiful grounds of Thirlestane Castle in the Scottish Borders town of Lauder, and with over 1000 classic cars, motorcycles… Read More
Published on 19th June 2024

Gordon Bennet Meet Up - Monday 3rd June 2024

Words and Pictures by Dolly Webb Well, the Irish Chapter went in style yesterday 4th June 2024 to celebrate the Gordon Bennet day in Monasterevin. What a display of beautiful cars including our own. To be in this show this year was amazing. We didn’t expect to be part of… Read More
Published on 12th June 2024

Buyers Guide - Published by The Figaro Owners Club

Published by the club this Online (PDF) Guide will be emailed to you within minutes and is a comprehensive guide to buying a Nissan Figaro. Priced at just £6 and published by the Figaro Owners Club this Online (PDF) Guide will be emailed to you within minutes and is a… Read More
Published on 6th June 2024

Pin Badge - Juniper Fox Designs (Figaro)

These hard enamel pins are 25mm wide with a butterfly clasp on the back. They also come on a recycled velvet touch backing card finished with a hand-inserted eyelet and are £7.50 each. These are available in Lapis Grey, Emerald Green, Topaz Mist, Pale Aqua and Pink. … Read More
Published on 5th June 2024

Keyring - Juniper Fox Designs

Each keyring is 30mm wide and comes on a recycled backing card with a velvet finish and they cost £8.50 each. Keyrings are available in Lapis Grey, Emerald Green, Topaz Mist, Pale Aqua, Pink, Red, Orange, Yellow and Purple. BUY NOW… Read More
Published on 5th June 2024

Dashboard - End Bracket Support Repair

Words and pictures by club member Download A4 Sheet Having noticed that the right-hand side dashboard plastic mounting bracket had started to crumble around the mounting holes, I decided to have a go at repairing it with something more permanent. Note, that I am not a fabricator,… Read More
Published on 5th June 2024

Seat - Front Seat Base Springs (set)

Words and Pictures by The Figaro Shop The Nissan Figaro was originally equipped with thin, low-grade leather coverings to the front seats which over time fade, crack and tear letting down the interior of your Figaro. Some of this damage is caused by the failing seat base support springs that… Read More
Published on 4th June 2024

Roof Visor (Wind/Rain Deflector) – Repair and refit 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. One of the common problems… Read More
Published on 3rd June 2024

Bonnet - Engine Bay Heat Shield

Words and Pictures by The Figaro Shop The Nissan Figaro is equipped with a turbocharger allowing the engine to produce more power, torque, acceleration and fuel economy from the 987cc powerplant. The turbocharger works by using spent exhaust gas to spin a turbine which in turn forces air in the… Read More
Published on 31st May 2024

Sandringham Pageant of Motoring - Sunday 26th May 2024

Words and pictures by Eastern Chapter Coordinator Adam Woods This year in the Eastern Chapter we decided to try a few different events to our usual Day Trips and do a mix of Figgy and Chats and Car Shows. One that we had always wanted to do was the Sandringham… Read More
Published on 30th May 2024

Cup Holder - Reproduced in Fiberglass

When the Figaro was launched back in 1991 Nissan produced a vast range of accessories one of which was a Cup Holder which fitted around the center console. Unfortunately, they are no longer available directly from Nissan. This item provided useful space for sunglasses, and CDs and has two cup… Read More
Published on 30th May 2024

Figaro Care - Complimentary Inspection & Evaluation Service

Recommended by us, this is a free service offered by The Figaro Shop General Manager Christian Brooks explains to Kevin what the service covers and how it can benefit the owner. Discover the True Health of Your Figaro with this Exclusive Service. Take your beloved Figaro to The Figaro Shop… Read More
Published on 28th May 2024

Net Shelf

When the Figaro was launched back in 1991 Nissan produced a vast range of accessories one of which was a Net Shelf which is fitted below the glove box. This item provided useful space for sunglasses, CDs and other bits. Unfortunately, they are no longer available direct from Nissan but… Read More
Published on 24th May 2024

Clock - Digital Clock Upgrade

My Figaro Clock Project – Words and Pictures by Mark Williams Download PDF When we bought out Figaro back in 2016 one of the annoying little faults was the clock not working. Asking around people said, “you won’t repair it and you can’t buy a replacement”. We… Read More
Published on 21st May 2024

May & June 2024 Newsletter

Your belated May & June Newsletter is here and we apologise for the few day’s delay, I was catching my breath from the Devon Figaro Rally. This is another ‘bumper edition’ with stories from our members, supplier news, and helpful resources on owning a figgy. Our goal is to keep… Read More
Published on 4th May 2024

May & June 2024 Newsletter

Your belated May & June Newsletter is here and we apologise for the few day’s delay, I was catching my breath from the Devon Figaro Rally. This is another ‘bumper edition’ with stories from our members, supplier news, and helpful resources on owning a figgy. Our goal is to keep… Read More
Published on 1st May 2024

Devon Figaro Rally - 22nd/26th April 2024

Our Devon Figaro Rally took place Monday 22nd April – Friday 26th April 40 Cars attended from Belgium, Luxembourg, Holland, Scotland, Ireland and the UK. The three routes had been created and road-tested over 6 months by Lynette and Rob Parsons. WATCH THE VIDEO Enjoy our fun… Read More
Published on 30th April 2024

Window - Fault Finding Diagnostic Charts

The Figaro has two electric windows (drivers and passengers), both of which can be controlled from the driver’s side switch cluster located in the door and one of which can be controlled by the passenger located in the door. Due to the complexity of the wiring and operations, when something… Read More
Published on 16th April 2024