The best Christmas gifts for petrol heads

The season of rest, recuperation and gifting has arrived. Below is a list of choice gift ideas for the petrol head in your life, young and old, plus a clever gift idea that will benefit electric car owners.    

Dash cam

Dash cams are a must-have these days, whether to collect evidence of incidents or citizen road bloopers on the roads. Modern dash cams also provide a lot of data, including speed and navigational direction. They cost from R300 and upwards.

Lego City 

Younger petrol heads can be engaged and entertained while building their own Lego steeds. There is a vast array of models to choose from and can cost anything from R500 to R5,000 for the more elaborate kits. 

Glove lights

This versatile gift is ideal for the loved one who likes to tinker inside bonnets, in the undercarriage or any place that is dark. Prices start from R120 and can be purchased locally from various places, including Takealot. 

Lamborghini phone case

With mobile phones now permanently glued at our hands, the device’s safety is crucial. Why not provide your loved one’s mobile phone some stylish protection with this Lamborghini phone cover. Fruggo.co.za  

Bentley Blower Jnr

On a grander scale, Bentley has collaborated with the Little Car Company to create a scaled model of its iconic 1929 Bentley Blower. The 85% scale model is powered by an electric 48V powertrain with room to seat up to two adults inside, and it is road legal in some countries. Prices on application. 

Ford Ranger leather apron

With Ford SA celebrating 100 years in 2023, many Ranger owners have one more reason to celebrate this festive season. Ensure that your Raptor-loving friend is on-brand at all the braais they will be hosting. They cost R1,500 from local Ford accessory shops. 

Porsche Adventskalender

Porsche fanatics will love this calendar, which allows them to create their your own classic 911 over the course of 24 days. There are various classic 911s available and the set includes a display plinth and a small speaker that plays a recording of the iconic flat-six engine. It is available online at Porsche gift shops.

Electric toy car

Electric toy cars are all the rage, with a long list of iconic cars turned into these urban runarounds. This Audi R8 electric toy is not only eye-catching, thanks to its colour, but also ensures that your tyke has a future classic in his garage as Audi has stopped producing the R8. Find them at Takealot and other online shopping portals.

Electric car wallbox

If you own an electric car, but your loved ones do not, why not buy them an electric car home wallbox charger? It will bring peace of mind for whenever you visit and may even accelerate their joining of the electric age.