Gifts for Car Guys Updated 11/2023
Picking out gifts can be a pain. What to get, budget etc. I put a group of items together that you can mix and match are off good quality and wont break the bank. Most car guys can use something from this group. See links to Items below. I will add more items in the future and scale from cheapest to more expensive and some insane over the top ones but will also be much appreciated more of special occasion.
Cleaning
For cleaning and detailing most Microfibers even from Amazon work well for paint I would move to specialized brands such as Adams or Griots
Tools
A good socket set is always a must and good quality I’ve had some break brand new out the box and broke sockets on not to tight of bolts. I use these now I’ve never had any trouble with them.
As a bonus taken from website: Lifetime Warranty with no questions, no receipt required.
Choosing the perfect gift for car enthusiasts doesn’t have to be a daunting task. There are numerous quality products out there that won’t empty your wallet and will certainly be appreciated. Here are a few examples that you can mix and match according to your needs.
One of the most useful gifts for any car guy is a reliable socket set. It’s a necessary tool for anyone who spends time working on vehicles. I have found Husky’s 3/8 in. Drive 100-Position Ratchet and Universal SAE/Metric Socket Wrench Set (20-Piece) to be incredibly durable and reliable. Priced at $45.97, it also comes with a lifetime warranty, no questions asked, no receipt required.
Another great option is the [Mechanic’s Tool Set (105 piece) by Husky]
While I use an older matte black coated impact grade set, these are chrome plated. It’s priced a bit higher at $159.00, but the wide range of tools included makes it worthwhile.
Harbor Freight
Harbor Freight has come a long way since its inception in 1977. https://www.harborfreight.com/ From a small family-owned business to one of the leading providers of tools and equipment, Harbor Freight has made a remarkable journey in the world of DIY. The company faced criticism in the past for its low-quality products, but it seems that Harbor Freight has worked hard to revolutionize the quality of their products. Some products actually rated better than the product they are directly competing with namely the Badland off road jack vs the more expensive Pro Eagle. In short don’t sleep on Harbor Freight you can get the jack here:
https://www.harborfreight.com/3-ton-off-road-jack-59136.html?_br_psugg_q=floor+jack+3+ton
See a review someone did here
Choosing the perfect gift for car enthusiasts doesn’t have to be a daunting task. There are numerous quality products out there that won’t empty your wallet and will certainly be appreciated. Here are a few examples that you can mix and match according to your needs.
Stay tuned as I’ll be updating this list periodically with more gift ideas, ranging from budget-friendly to high-end options.
While I use an older matte black coated impact grade set, these are chrome plated. It’s priced a bit higher at $179.00, but the wide range of tools included makes it worthwhile.
Organization
Shelves and work spaces are always a nice touch in the garage it make it look more refined like a pro race teams garage. Storage clean work areas ( a problem I have recently acquiring more tools and running out of space) you can find some organizing items here and if you don’t have a way to pick up they offer free delivery albeit you are subject to their delivery schedule…Check the links below
Home Depot have some: here
Lowes: here