Top 10 Holiday Gifts for the Car Buff on Your List
Still scrambling to find the perfect gift for the car lover on your list? Here are a few items that can be quickly ordered online and would impress even the biggest of car snobs. The selection here is pretty diverse, so it will be easy to find something for anyone.
Starting off is this Paul Smith Wallet, a perfect fashion statement with its bold colors and slick design. Open it up and you’ll find a loud, rainbow colored MINI. This is perfect for the stylish car fan, and even if your friend isn’t a MINI fan, they can appreciate this great wallet which lets them proudly show off their car enthusiasm. Of course, if you’re looking for the perfect quirky gift for your MINI-obsessed friends, this might be it!
Some folks want to literally wear their enthusiasm on their sleeves, so why not give them this set of cute yet classy cuff-links. This set features a matching pair of cuff-links, one featuring a gas gauge, the other a speedometer. There are plenty of other car-buff appropriate cuff links, so if you don’t think a speedo and fuel-gauge is cool enough, you can opt for license plates, or set of gear-sticks.
It’s been a while since the last season of Top Gear ended, so if you have a Top Gear UK fan on your list, they’re probably hoping for whatever they can get of Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond. This DVD is the latest from Top Gear, and features the same fantastic cinematography, humor and interesting cars that you’d expect from the TV series. It’s not all about terrible cars, so don’t be surprised when you see power-sliding Mercedes, or speeding Lexus on the screen.
Every driver needs a good set of gloves. When its cold, or hot alike, you need a good grip on the steering wheel. These extra luxurious leather gloves from Barneys New York are a little pricey, but your driver will appreciate the extra care for their favorite hobby.
The king of pop culture art, Any Warhol, was no stranger to gorgeous cars. Here’s a collectable print/poster that will look great in any car-fans room. There’s no greater a subject for a work of art, than the 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300SL, the famous supercar that was once the fastest production car in the world.
Following Sebastian Vettel’s Formula One win, why not celebrate with a great pair of driving shoes, sporting the winning colors. Yes, Geox and Red Bull Racing have collaborated for a pair of shoes, seen above. They’re spiffy, with rolled heels for those who do drive three-pedaled cars. Just like real Formula 1 shoes, these are fireproof, although testing them out isn’t recommended.
Everyone has their stories of the best road-trips, and here’s a collection of the best places to go for a drive. This hardcover book by national geographic, showcases the top 500 destinations for a road-trip, and explains the best practices, and agenda to plan a road trip. So pack your bags, fuel up the car, and get going!
For the virtual enthusiast, the latest video games provide a great blend of simulation and fun. Codemaster’s rally game is a favorite with the critics, getting top scores across the board. This game is a top choice for those with either an Xbox, Playstation or even a gaming PC. There’s even a fun gymkhana mode so you can show off your driving skills.
Sami has an unquenchable thirst for car knowledge and has been at AutoGuide for the past six years. He has a degree in journalism and media studies from the University of Guelph-Humber in Toronto and has won multiple journalism awards from the Automotive Journalist Association of Canada. Sami is also on the jury for the World Car Awards.
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