Are you never quite sure what to get the car enthusiast in your life?  Better yet, maybe you’re the one who’s got a birthday or special occasion coming up and would really enjoy a little gift yourself.  Here are some awesome gift ideas to give – or get – for yourself or someone special:

Gift Subscription

A gift subscription to a favorite auto magazine Is a great idea.   Sometimes you can get 13 issues for the price of 12.  Auto magazines come in all kinds, from low riders to muscle cars, the latest driving trends to the coolest accessories and everything in between, there’s a magazine for everyone.  Consider Hot Rod, Car and Driver, Motor Trend, Road & Track and Lowrider. 

Key Chains

Speaking as someone who loves and collects key chains (I have hundreds of key chains from all over the world, including Japan and Australia), I can say these are wonderful gifts which can range in price from just a few dollars to a few hundred dollars.  They can be personalized, engraved or etched. They can include birthstones, charms, or even a favorite quote. They come in all sizes and materials from silver to gold, plastic to vinyl and everything in between.  They’re also fun to collect, easy to buy and light to carry, especially during travel.

Gift Cards

Who doesn’t love a gift card or gift certificate from their favorite auto supply store?  They come in almost all denominations and can be used to purchase anything in the store, from wash and wax kits to engine parts and everything in between.

A gift card from a favorite full service car wash is another great idea, especially for someone who likes to keep their car looking clean and sharp.

Fuel cards are another good idea.  Who wouldn’t love a $25.00 or $50.00 gift card from a local gas station – especially these days? 

Model Kits & Jigsaw Puzzles

Believe it or not, there are still people who love to work with model cars and trucks or who enjoy spending a leisurely weekend twisting a jigsaw puzzle together – especially if it’s one which includes their favorite mode of transportation. Jigsaw puzzles come in all sizes and can now be glued, framed and hung on the wall, so don’t forget the puzzle glue!

Personalized Gifts

These days, almost anything can be personalized, from mouse pads to t-shirts to calendars.  You can do have a lot of fun crafting a gift yourself by visiting your local hobby store to buy supplies or take a favorite photo to a local print shop, where it can be transferred on to a yearly calendar, book bag or poster.  You can also visit websites online, like Café Press, where you can upload images from your computer and craft just about anything, including coffee mugs, magnets and more!

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