If you have a petrolhead in your life, then there’s a whole range of automobile-related gifts that you might offer them on their birthday. Whether you want to spend big or small, whether they’re driving a car they’ve bought outright or one they’ve leased, there’s a gift to fit. Let’s take a look at some of the best options to choose from.
A Driving Experience Day
A person who loves driving cars is sure to get a kick out of driving a supercar on a closed track. There are loads of driving experience days on offer across the country – and they all offer pretty much the same thing. Look for one with good reviews, with a selection of high-performance vehicles.
Car Cleaning Kit
If you’re shopping for someone who takes pride in their vehicle, then why not consider a means of getting the interior looking (and smelling) delightful? The average valet pack might include foam shampoo, spray-on-shine, air fresheners and chamois rags for cleaning.
Car Modifications
In many cases, a petrolhead will want to choose modifications for their own car. Bear in mind that in some cases, a modification will actually detract from the appeal of the car – so make sure that you have an idea of what you’re shopping for before you spend the money.
Lego Car
Lego kits have gotten a lot more sophisticated over the years. While once you might have had to use your imagination after you’d shoved a few blocks together to create a facsimile of a car, now we can get modelling kits for given models of car, simulated right down to a working gearbox. A great way for a petrolhead to spend a spare weekend!
Compact Torch
If you’re shopping for someone who occasionally has to peek beneath the bonnet, then a compact torch that can attach to a keyring can be enormously useful.
Bluetooth Transmitter
A disadvantage of classic cars is that they don’t come equipped with modern infotainment systems. You can address this with the help of a Bluetooth adapter that plugs straight into your cigarette lighter, and broadcasts over FM. Look for something with Bluetooth 5.0 or higher capability.
Car Gadgets
You’ll find a range of inexpensive toys designed to make life behind the wheel that little bit more convenient and enjoyable. These include phone chargers, sauce holders, and voice-assistants that plug straight into your dashboard via USB.
Driving Clothes
For those driving classic cars, the help of a quality pair of driving gloves is essential. It’ll help to ensure that the experience is as comfortable as possible. The same goes for driving shoes – just make sure that you’ve got the right size for the person you’re buying for.