Top gifts for car lovers

Find the best Christmas gifts for the car lover in your life without leaving the comfort of your sofa.

Snuggle up on the sofa, grab your gingerbread latte, and hit the keyboard for some top tier car-related Christmas presents.

We know, it comes around quicker every year.

But – especially if you haven’t already – it’s time to start thinking about the Big Day. Christmas is right around the corner.

The sooner you get your Christmas shopping done, the quicker you can get your feet up with a mulled wine, a mince pie, and an appropriately festive movie playing on the telly. A box of chocolates is optional, smug feeling definitely included.

And luckily for you, we’ve done some digging to find some excellent gifts for those automotive fans.

We’ve got you covered. And really, if there’s one thing we know, it’s cars.

Indicative prices are correct at the time of writing.

Custom car portrait

Whether it’s your first car, your family wagon, or a timeless classic, we all have a favourite car.

If you know someone who squeals at the sight of that special pair of wheels, this gift will get you straight to the top of their ‘nice’ list.

All you have to do is send in a photo, and you’ll receive a unique watercolour artwork back. Stick it in a nice frame when it arrives, and you’ll have the perfect gift for the motorist in your life.

Available from: Etsy

Price: £15.99+

Car cleaning supplies

Does your car lover pride themselves on keeping their wheels spick and span?

If so, treat them to a little something (or somethings) from Autoglym’s collection of professional car care and cleaning products.

The extensive range includes super resin polish, bodywork shampoo and conditioner, interior cleaning kits, and so much more.   

If you need a product to keep your car lease in showroom condition all year around, Autoglym will have it.

Available from: Autoglym

Price: £10.49+

Classic car biscuits

Let’s face it, if a box of posh biscuits turned up under your tree, you wouldn’t be complaining.

And if those biscuits were shaped like your favourite thing?

Frankly, not a lot could be better.

Biscuiteers are renowned for their inventive – and delicious – biscuits, and a box of their British Classic Cars will certainly make the perfect present for any car-and-biscuit lover.

The only difficulty will be deciding which one to nibble on first.

Available from: Biscuiteers

Price: £55

Driving experience days

Sometimes, only the real thing will do.

If your beloved petrolhead has the itch to get out on the track, treat them to a driving experience guaranteed to inspire and excite those both young and old.

From supercar track days to off-road trials, tank driving to new driver lessons, Formula One thrills to indoor go-karting; there’s something for every taste and budget.

We’ve got our eye on the triple supercar driving blast: an adrenaline-fuelled day where you’ll experience the might of iconic cars like the Audi R8, Porsche 911, or Jaguar F-TYPE.

Available from: Red Letter Days

Price: £15+

Formula One circuits mug 

Know a Formula One lover?

If they prefer watching the races from the comfort of their own sofa rather than jet-setting all over the world, then this is the gift for them.

What better way to enjoy a cuppa than from this mug, featuring all the circuits for the season?

Never will a brew have tasted so good.

Available from: Not On The High Street

Price: £18

Dashcam

Sure, it’s not the most exciting gift ever wrapped (though you could place a bow on top to liven it up a little).

But a dashcam should be on every motorist’s must-have list.

It’s a valuable accessory, and can provide evidence in the event of a collision or damage, whether you’re on the road or parked up.

Consider the film quality, frame size, and whether you want rear coverage for optimum efficiency.

Available from: Amazon

Price: £20+

Tamiya scale model kit

If you can’t quite afford a real supercar or iconic classic, a Tamiya scale car model is the next best thing.

Renowned for their ease of construction, quality and wide range of models. If your car lover is someone who likes a slightly fiddly challenge, then one of these kits is the perfect present.

It’ll keep them busy in that ‘twixmas’ twilight zone, when you’re not quite sure what day it is, and everyone is eating cheese in their pjs at 9am.

With models ranging from a Ford Mustang GT4 to a Lotus Super 7 Series II, you’re sure to find their favourite car in miniature model form.

Available from: Wonderland Models

Price: £13.99+

Car magazine subscription

Does your loved one like staying up to date on the latest automotive goss?

Treat them to a year-long magazine subscription to one of the UK’s top car mags.

It’s not just for Christmas – it’s the gift that keeps on giving with a new issue through their letterbox every month.

From Auto Express to Top Gear, they’ll be on top of all the latest news. Just be prepared to hear all about the latest facelifts and model releases.

And in this digital era, wouldn’t it be nice to have a little something physical come in the mail, that you can actually hold (and scribble over and turn into a collage)?

Available from: Magazine.co.uk

Price: Varies

Silverstone Museum tickets

The perfect gift for motorsport fans everywhere; a trip to the Silverstone Museum is one to tick off the automotive bucket list.

It’s filled to the brim with artefacts and objects that tell the fascinating history of Silverstone. If you have any interest in the history of motorsports this is one not to be missed.

Not only will you come away with all the facts you and your car lover need to impress everyone you meet, but you’ll be helping the museum to continue its important work preserving the heritage of Silverstone.

A win-win in anyone’s book.

Available from: Silverstone Museum

Gift tickets: £28.50

And that's a wrap!

After all that gift-hunting, we're off for a well-deserved slice of Christmas cake… and perhaps a cheeky mince pie too.

Whether you're shopping for the petrolhead who has everything or just looking to treat yourself (we won't tell), these automotive goodies are sure to rev up any car enthusiast's Christmas morning.

Remember, the best gifts aren't just about the 'wow factor' on Christmas Day – they're about bringing joy long after the wrapping paper's been recycled. And what better joy is there than something that celebrates the love of all things automotive?

Merry Christmas to you and yours. We hope you have a wonderful festive season full of good cheer, great company, and of course, fantastic cars.