Car enthusiasts are amongst the hardest people to buy gifts for—it’s kind of like buying a gift for your dad. They never blatantly tell you what they want, or don’t want, so you’re stuck figuring it out. For car lovers, the first thing you should do is find out what car or brand they prefer. Otherwise, you could end up thinking you have a great gift, but later find out that you got them a product from their rival brand, such as Ford versus Chevrolet.
Detailing kit
One of the best gifts for the car lover in your life is a detailing kit. Every car enthusiast loves to take care of their car by washing, detailing, and waxing it. This is usually the safest bet if you’re unsure what to get, because they can always use it and it’s universal to each make and model of car.
Various types of apparel
There’s a huge sense of loyalty in the car world, and most car lovers enjoy showing off their brand of choice. So, you could get them a shirt, hoodie, or hat with their favorite brand or car. That way, they can show off their car obsession with both style and pride.
Floor mats
This is the priciest option on the list because quality floor mats are specific to the car’s make and model. However, if you’ve recently been in their car and noticed their mats are dirty, worn out, or they’re not there at all, this could be a great gift option.
A painting of their favorite car
Some car enthusiasts have their dream car that they have wanted for years, or maybe they’re lucky enough to have one in the garage that comes out during sunny days. Regardless, they would love a custom painting of their car to hang in their garage.
Garage swag
Anyone who loves their car also loves their garage. It’s not uncommon to go into a car enthusiast’s garage and find signs with a saying such as, “Ford parking only.” Again, going back to the competitiveness between brands, most Ford lovers would appreciate signs like these in their garage.
Car cover
Similar to the floor mats, a car cover is specific to the make a model. But it’s also one of the best gifts for the car lover in your life, especially if they have a special car in their garage that they’ll only bring out when the weather is cooperating.
The bottom line is that it’s important to know what car they have and their specific preferences in terms of brands or even eras—this will help with narrowing down ideas. For example, a person who loves Ford Mustangs would love these gifts, but someone who’s a classic car enthusiast might prefer something completely different. But when worst comes to worst, you can always go the safest route by getting a general car magazine. And of course, the easiest option of all is getting them a detailing kit, because it’ll work for anyone with a car.
Pinstripe Magazine Staff
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