Great Father's Day gifts for car lovers

Does your dad love cars? One of these could be the perfect gift for him…

If your dad's idea of heaven involves horsepower, chrome and the smell of leather seats, then you've come to the right place.

The usual socks and novelty mugs just won't cut it this year – you want something that'll genuinely get his pulse racing.

We've tracked down some brilliant experiences that'll have him grinning from ear to ear, whether he's a petrolhead or just enjoys the odd weekend drive.

Aston Martin driving experience

If the father figure in your life has ever secretly imagined themselves as Bond behind the wheel, this one's for them.

There's something special about slipping behind the wheel of a quintessentially British Aston Martin – and this experience delivers exactly that.

Starting from around £1,500, it's not exactly pocket change, but you're getting serious bang for your buck. We're talking four hours of driving time in your choice of Vantage, DB11, DBS, or DBX, with one-to-one tuition from expert instructors who know these cars inside and out.

The experience includes a welcome briefing, safety chat, lunch, and hospitality in the Aston Martin Clubhouse – so they'll feel properly looked after from start to finish.

It's the kind of gift that creates memories for years to come. Just don't expect any ejector seats.

Land Rover driving experience

Perfect for the adventurous father-figures out there, Land Rover offers some brilliant off-road experiences that'll get the adrenaline pumping.

The standard UK packages come in three levels, so there's something for everyone. Half-day experiences start from £225 per person – you'll learn vehicle control, obstacle handling, and how to read different terrains like a pro.

Want more? Full-day sessions (from £325) give you proper time to get to grips with everything a Land Rover can do.

For those who find themselves hooked after tackling steep inclines, water crossings, and side slopes, there's an Advanced Experience. This focuses on high and low range techniques while navigating some genuinely challenging UK terrain.

You'll find Land Rover experiences at nine locations across the country, from Scotland down to Devon, so there's likely one not too far from home.

Feeling a bit more daring? Land Rover's Adventure Travel packages take things up several notches.

We're talking ice driving in Sweden, desert traversing in Sub-Saharan Africa, or navigating the Scottish Highlands – proper bucket-list stuff that combines serious skill development with unforgettable locations.

Silverstone Driving Experience

Does the father figure in your life fancy a spin in a supercar? Or have a burning desire to learn how to drift? Are they a Formula 1 superfan?

Then this could be the perfect Father's Day gift.

As you'd expect from the home of British Grand Prix racing, a day out driving at Silverstone is something special.

It's a must for anyone with a need for speed – or really, anyone who's ever wondered what it would feel like to tackle that famous track.

There's a brilliant range of options for budding Lewis Hamiltons, from getting behind the wheel of a Ferrari or Aston Martin to head-to-head challenges or learning stunt driving basics from the pros.

Sessions run in most weather conditions (as long as it's safe) on Saturdays, Sundays and bank holidays between March and early November.

You can drive on different track configurations depending on which experience you choose, with prices starting from just £129.

The best bit? You can bring as many supporters as you like to cheer them on. Just make sure anyone under 16 has an adult with them.

It's the kind of day that'll have them grinning for weeks afterwards.

These experiences are about more than just the thrill of the moment – they're the kind of gifts that create memories.

Whether he's channeling his inner Bond in an Aston Martin, conquering challenging terrain in a Land Rover, or living out his F1 dreams at Silverstone, you'll have given him something genuinely unforgettable.

And let's be honest, there's something pretty satisfying about finally nailing the perfect gift for the person who's notoriously hard to buy for.