It’s Christmas time, and you might still be wondering what to get for the car enthusiast in your life. We have a few suggestions, none of which involve tools or component upgrades.
Instead, we’ve focused on the lifestyle items that remind you of your car, truck or SUV. And since every automaker seems to offer shirts, jackets, travel mugs, backpacks, glassware, wireless chargers, and other items, we’ve focused on gifts that are somewhat unexpected, and at every price point.
Clothing & accessories
GTI Fast Seatbelt Buckle Belt, $29.95
If your pants fly off while carving corners in your GTI, this belt should do the trick, adjusting to fit a 24 to 38 inch waist. It’s 1.5 inches wide, and made with an authentic metal seat belt buckle
Volkswagen Ugly Christmas Pet Sweater, $32
Get your pet in the holiday spirit with this Ugly Christmas Pet Sweater festooned with pine trees and VW logo. Originally $54.95, this 100% acrylic knit is available in multiple sizes, depending on the size of your pooch.
BMW M Wallet, $39
This black leather wallet with contrasting red interior includes a billfold divider, six credit card slots and a removable sleeve for driver’s license.
Honda Legends Pullover Hoodie, $39.99
Also offered as a zipper hoodie or t-shirt, this Honda Legends Hoodie, is the perfect wardrobe staple for the hot little Honda in your life, with the brand’s iconic models printed on the back.
Streamline Crossbody Seatbelt Purse, $128
If you need a purse that REALLY holds up, how about one made from seatbelt material? This one from Harveys California is one of many options the company offers. They even have a ladies wallet made from it as well.
Ferrari Studded Leather Bracelet, $350
For that special lady who loves Ferraris, why not give this double-wrap bracelet made from prized Italian leather?
Tag Heuer Monaco, $6,750
There are many automaker watches, but why be beholden to a single brand? Instead choose the watch Steve McQueen wore in “LeMans,” the Tag Heuer Monaco? Its style is timeless.
Home goods
Mercedes-Benz Gear Knob Wine Bottle Stopper, $23
We do not condone drinking and driving, but we will give a hearty thumbs up to a glass of wine when the day’s journey is done. For the oenophile in your life who also loves to drive, why not get this Gear Knob Wine Bottle Stopper from Mercedes-Benz?
Jaguar Leaper Letter Opener, $31.50
If you’re old school and still receive letters in the mail, you’ll appreciate this chrome Leaper Letter Opener, one of the more unique office accessories for a motorhead.
Dodge 17-ounce Glass Mugs, $49.95
Dodge and beer go together like — well — Dodge and beer. This set of four mugs is the perfect item for a man cave.
Mercedes-Benz BBQ Branding Iron, $49.95
For the grilling maven who has everything, a Mercedes-Benz BBQ Branding Iron, even if we aren’t sure why you would need one of these.
VW Microbus Bluetooth Loudspeaker, $59.95
If you need a Bluetooth speaker, why not one that looks like a VW Microbus? This Bluetooth Loudspeaker is run by a lithium ion battery, and includes a USB charging cable and an audio input jack. It has 32 feet of range, a five-hour playing time and requires three hours to recharge.
Jeep Grand Wagoneer Cutting Board & Tools, $89.95
Tailgating in your new Grand Wagoneer? You might want to take along this handy Cutting Board & Tool Set for hacking some Havarti while sipping your glass of Merlot. Made from bamboo, and featuring a tempered glass tray, it has a drawer with a cheese fork, cheese knife and cheese chisel.
Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe Print, $90
A car photo that does double duty as a fashion print, this framed slice of history measures 19-by-23 inches, and is ready to improve your home decor.
Chevrolet Pet Bed Seat Cover, $99.95
If you take fido with you, you’ll appreciate this Chevrolet Pet Bed Seat Cover, which also serves as a home pet bed. And it folds up so that you can take it with you.
Jeep Red Kettle Grill, $249.95
With its 22-inch grill, this Jeep Red Kettle Grill features an ash catcher and a handy temperature gauge. And, being a Jeep Red product, all proceeds go to a Global Fund that fights health emergencies
GMC Trucks Dealer Neon Sign, $4,500
For the truck enthusiast in your life, this reproduction of an original GMC Trucks dealer neon sign is available from GM, long with other brands. Shipping, however, is not free; it’s an additional $650.
Rolls-Royce Champagne Chest, $47,146
Opening a bottle of champagne is a real celebration. But using your Rolls-Royce Champagne Chest will truly cause heads to turn. Made of hand-polished aluminum and covered in leather and wood, its four hand-blown champagne flutes are arranged to recall a V-12 engine. It also features a removable serving tray, champagne Bottle thermal flask, two thermal caviar bowls, mother of pearl caviar spoons, embroidered napkins and 12-volt charger cables. Best of all? It can be customized to match your Rolls-Royce.
Leisure
Toyota Portable Cornhole Set, $75
Wile away the hours at your next tailgating party of barbecue with this portable cornhole set made of fabric boards with PVC frames. The set includes a Carrying case and 8 bean bags.
Thule Step Up Wheel Step, $99.95
Need to reach that roof rack and don’t have a running board? This Thule heavy duty steel step gives you extra height. Rubber bumpers help prevent wheel scuffs. And it folds into a carrying bag. It fits 2019-2022 vehicles.
BMW Motorsport Baby Racer III, $142
Does your offspring want a BMW just like their mom or dad? The how about this adorable BMW Motorsport Baby Racer? It can be shipped to you or picked up at select BMW dealers.
Stocking stuffers
Dodge Demon Fidget Spinner, $2.97
Suitable for rotating between your fingers, as well as the challenge of tossing, transferring and twirling, this is Fidget spinner is suitable for kids of all ages, as long as they’re at least 5 years old.
Jeep Dog Bandana, $9.95
Make sure your pup is dressed properly in this camo Jeep Dog Bandana. Just don’t expect them to do the Jeep wave.
Kia plush hamster, $10
The Kia hamsters are back as plush animals, and they’re sporting sweatshirts with the new Kia logo!