Whether the car fanatic you are shopping for is into sports cars, show cars, classic cars or all-terrain vehicles, the one thing all of the different type of car lovers enjoy, is to receive car-related gifts. If you have exhausted the gift of key chains and want to give your car lover something out of the ordinary, the following fun and unique gifts will please any car lover.
Custom Gift Basket:
Make a custom gift basket. There are a couple of different ways to make a custom basket for a car fanatic. One option is to fill a small case with items for an emergency roadside kit. Include items such as flares, tow ropes, flashlight, first aid kit and jumper cables. Another option is to fill a large bucket with car washing items. Some great items to put in a gift bucket for car fanatic include the following:
1. Car shampoo
2. Shop towels
3. Leather cleaner
4. Auto wax
5. Carpet cleaner
6. Hand held vacuum
7. Window cleaner
8. Tire cleaner
9. Air fresheners
10. Gift certificate for an auto parts store
11. Gift certificate for an auto junk yard
12. A customized calendar with 12 different pictures of their car
Day on the Track:
It is the dream of almost every car fanatic to get behind the wheel of a car that can be driven as fast as they want to go. There are several different options to choose from to give the gift of speed. Several extreme sports facilities offer various racing packages. Most of the extreme sports racing packages have different types of racing available such as flat track rally racing or drifting. The time on the track varies between one and three hours, and most packages include between four and fifteen laps around a dirt track, safety briefing, helmet and a racing suit.
Auto Detailing:
Most car lovers prefer to do their own detailing, but they might like to have their car pampered by a professional detail service. A professional detail service typically and thoroughly performs the following:
1. Cleans the inside by shampooing the upholstery and the carpet
2. Cleans and polishes the leather
3. Vacuums the entire interior
4. Washes and waxes the exterior
5. Cleans and polishes tires and rims
6. Cleans all of the glass
7. Vacuums the vents
8. And some detail services will also clean the motor for an additional fee
Floor Mats:
New floor mats are a car fanatic's prized possession. Buy floor mats that are good quality, well-fitting and are an attractive style. The best floor mats are those that are made for a specific car model, they will fit better and are typically a better quality.
Remote Start:
Have a remote start system installed in the car. This is the perfect gift for someone who lives in an area where the winters are cold, because the car can be started and warmed up before getting in. There are several styles of remote systems to choose from, so it is best to talk to a reliable mechanic or a car dealer about the system and the installation. There are remote start systems available for as little as $50 plus the installation.
Guest post contributed by Taylor Ritchie for MyNRMA.com.au. Taylor is a freelance automotive writer. Her articles mainly appear on motoring blogs. See their website for a full range of auto accessories.
