UPDATED: We've updated our holiday gift guide since our original guide was posted on November 26th, 2022.
It's here! Our 2022 Holiday Gift Guide full of ideas for that special someone, family member, neighbor or colleague on your holiday gift list. (And who knows, maybe you'll spot something for yourself.) Whether you're shopping for a vintage car buff, coffee table book collector, tech fanatic or the more practical-minded (Gosh I didn't know I needed that!) we have you covered. And yes, we threw in some LEGO sets (who doesn't like those!) and luxury gifts too. So without further ado, our 2022 Holiday Gift Guide.
Holiday Gift Picks
Get-You-Noticed Sneakers - $450 added Dec 9th.
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APL | McLaren HySpeedTM: : - $450. The new APL | McLaren HySpeedTM footwear collaboration emphasizes innovative technology, utilitarian design and masterful construction. McLaren says the collection was inspired by McLaren’s iconic supercars and hypercars. Visit: athleticpropulsionlabs.com.
A Limited Collector Watch - $500 added Dec. 9th
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Porsche Collector's Watch - $500. This Collector's watch is inspired by the 956 in Racing livery, which achieved Porsche's seventh overall win at Le Mans in 1982. Design by Studio F. A. Porsche. limited to 1,956 pieces.
The Gift of Mopar - updated Dec. 9th.
Credit: Mopar.Mopar Ugly Holiday Sweater ($79.95) This medium-weight knit performance-themed sweater features Mopar logos integrated into a custom graphic design.
Mopar 85th anniversary socks ($29.95) Made of 100% custom jacquard material, sizes range from men's shoe size 8-13 to women's 5-10.
Nike Duffel Bag ($119.95) The soft-sided Mopar Nike duffle bag help keep athletic gear organized.
Men’s TravisMathew Crestview Indigo Quarter-zip Pullover ($100.95) This Mopar men's performance-based, lightweight quarter-zip pullover provides a comfort fit.
Mopar 85th Anniversary Cedar Cooler ($625.95) Celebrate 85 years of Mopar history with this 48-quart cooler nested inside a cedar frame. It has a bottle opener and drain faucet for easy cleaning.
MANNA™ 14 OZ. BOULDER STAINLESS STEEL CAMPING MUG W/ HANDLE – SET OF 2 ($59.95) Made from stainless steel, Double wall construction.
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An F-150 Christmas Sweater - $74.99 added Dec 9th.
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Ford Men's Ugly Christmas Sweater
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Holiday Fun: A 60s Cars Puzzle - $17.99 added Dec. 9th
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EuroGraphics 1960's Cruisin' Classics Jigsaw Puzzle (1000-Piece:
This 1,000 piece puzzle looks fun to put together and is the perfect way for a car enthusiast in your life to pass the time over the holidays.
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A 2023 Muscle Car Calendar - $13.99 added Dec. 9th
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American Muscle Cars 2023 Wall Calendar
The perfect gift for that friend or family member who loves American Muscle Cars. This wall calendar is a #1 best-seller under Amazon's Classic Cars.
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For the Carroll Shelby Fan - $38.53 - added Dec. 9th
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The First Three Shelby Cobras: $38.53.
This book by Gordon Bruce tells the story of the first three AC Shelby Cobras reated by the legendary Carroll Shelby in 1962.
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All-New Amazon Alexa Auto (2nd Gen) $54.99 updated Dec. 9
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Echo Auto is a hands-free Alexa car accessory. You can ask Alexa to play music, make calls, set reminders, and more. Its slim design is easy to place in your car. 5-mics that can hear you over music, A/C, or road noise, and it also has a phone fast car charger to charge your phone on the go. You can also stream your favorite music and podcasts from Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify, SiriusXM, and Pandora, This 2nd generation model was just released recently.
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For The Vintage Car Buff
Grand Wagoneer Heritage Wall Art - $229.95
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The Grand Wagoneer is back, the storied nameplate making its return after a lengthy absence. This heritage, vintage wall art celebrates the iconic model and we think it's pretty cool.
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Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 Christmas – Ltd -$95
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My Dad Had That Car - $37.00
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What a look back at classic car history from 1920-1990. This is a one-of-a-kind, massive illustrated history of more than 10,000 American automobiles.
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Auto America: Car Culture 1950 to 1970s - $41.49
This is the #9 new release on Amazon automotive and #1 in the Classic Cars section. We can certainly imagine why reading the description. "Auto America offers a compelling look at three decades (the 1950s, ’60s, and ’70s) of America’s fascination with the automobile. At a time when self-driving vehicles and climate change are transforming driving around the world, John G. Zimmerman’s pictures capture the optimism and even utopianism of a beloved period in American car culture."
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The Aston Martin Book (Pre-Order for Dec 21, 2022 Release) - $125
If you don't mind waiting until a few days before Christmas -- this newly revised book celebrates the 110th anniversary of Aston Martin. The new edition of the bestseller features unpublished studio photographs and updated texts. It's due out December 21st.
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Ford Mustang Tree - $139.99
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What Ford Mustang fans wouldn't enjoy this limited edition Mustang table topper from Bradford Exchange. It lights up with 20 LED lights accompanied by the authentic sound of a revving Mustang engine. It's hand-numbered with matching Certificate of Authenticity and officially licensed by Ford Motor Company.
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Gifts For EV Adopters
JuiceBox 40 Smart Electric Vehicle - $699
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The JuiceBox wall charger is the best Overall Charger pick from Car and Driver. It lists the pros as" remote monitoring and control, different output versions offered, most extensive vehicle database." The cons are its higher-end pricing and there's not way to track electricity costs.
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EV Sign - $94.99
How about an aluminum EV sign to go with that charger?
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Gifts To Splurge On
It wouldn't be a gift guide without some luxury, splurge-worthy wish list items, so here goes.
Bentley
Bomber For Bentley ICE Edition
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If you don't ski, you'll want to after seeing the 2022/2023 Bomber for Bentley ICE Edition. There are only 200 pairs of the Ice Edition Ski ($2,750) up for grabs. Finished in grey and white, with stunning silver-plated 3D diamond inserts, their design ensures even distribution of edge pressure for added stability and agility – everything you need for an exhilarating skiing experience.
The helmet ($995) is made from Kevlar and carbon fibre and offers protection to the CE EN 1077 CLASS A standard. It also has an integrated patented fragrance release system to keep the inside of the helmet fresh all day long.
Land Rover
Limited Edition LR001 Watch - $1,580.
This new timepiece from Land Rover and Bamford London is inspired by the Defender. Only 100 will be available worldwide, so your gift recipient will certainly feel part of an exclusive club.
Land Rover says its built to last with a 40mm titanium case and a premium Sellita SW200-1b automatic movement, with a refined ruthenium anthracite finish, Encased in gray titanium, the visually engaging design has a toned gray cut-away dial that highlights its technical precision. Underneath the cutaway dial is the hidden luminescence, emitting a subtle green hue for low-light use. It features subtle ‘LR001’ text in Bamford’s signature aqua blue at six o’clock on the dial.
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Bugatti
Dancing Elephant - $21,500
When we saw this on Bugatti's gift list, we knew this $21,500 Lalique crystal Dancing Elephant deserved a place on our own. What a conversation piece! Bugatti says precision engineering and elegance has long been associated with the ‘Dancing Elephant’ by Rembrandt adorning the hood of the iconic Type 41 Royale. Lalique has created its take of this iconic sculpture, which is available in clear, black, amber and blue crystal. there are only 35 of these to go around. Each one is meticulously handcrafted, numbered, signed and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.
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Gillette
Bugatti Limited Edition Shave Kit by GilletteLabs - $169.99.
Well, well, Bugatti makes the list again with this exclusive BUGATTI LIMITED EDITION of the world’s first heated razor, designed with the authentic Bugatti Agile blue color. It heats up in a less than a second.
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Rolls-Royce
Cellarette: Price Upon Request
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Inspired by Rolls Royce’s long-established history of beautifully-designed, precision-engineered hosting equipment, the Cellarette is a humidor, drink chest and glassware storage. And no, we really don;'t want to see the price tag on this one.
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McLaren Artura Replica - $201
In celebration of the Artura, McLaren’s new, next-generation hybrid supercar, feast your eyes on its stunning silhouette on a smaller scale. McLaren says official McLaren licensee GT Spirit Model Car has worked with McLaren’s original designs to produce this reproduction of the Artura. Manufactured in 1:18 scale in a striking bright green color, this resin model is made in a limited series and numbered under the chassis.
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Gifts For The Practical-Minded
Weather Tech Floor Liners - Various $
Treat your gift recipient to the practical gift of rubber floor liners - a gift they probably didn't see coming or know they wanted but will love all the same once they realize how great they are. Especially in wet or snowy weather.
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Tire Inflator Air Compressor - $65.99
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We don't know about you but one of the most annoying things in the world is to get a low tire and need to fill up your tire at the gas station air pump. Put those days behind your gift recipient with this Avid Power gadget.
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Halo BOLT Air, Emergency Power Kit With Tire Pump - $129.99
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This is another great tool to have in emergencies. It's portable power, with a tire pump and you can use it to charge your cellphone when the power goes out.
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AutoHeatShield - 10% CarPro Discount
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The Car Pro Jerry Reynolds personally endorses AutoHeatShield. It is laser cut for the exact windshield of the vehicle you own. Check out their U.S. Flag version, his personal favorite. When you order one of these, $2 goes to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Car Pro Listeners receive a 10% discount with the code "carpro".
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Electronic Wipes/Screen Cleaner - $11.99
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There can be no better stocking stuffer than these screen shine wipes to help get rid of smudges on your smartphones and car multimedia screens. You use the wet wipe to clean your device, then use the attached microfiber cloth to remove any liquid reside and make your screen shine like new. These made the cut on Car and Driver's list of best car screen cleaners. We like how portable they are.
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Electric Car Blanket- Heated 12 Volt Fleece Travel Throw for Car - $23.99
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It's always a good idea to be prepared - especially in winter. This electric car blanket plugs into a 12-volt so you can use it in your vehicle. It's a #1 Best-Seller on Amazon.
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Lifeline AAA Premium Emergency Car Kit- $44.28
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Help keep them prepared in an emergency with this kit rom AAA, a trusted name in travel.
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Trunk Organizer w/o cooler - $25
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One you used an organizer in your truck, you'll wonder how you survived without one. This trunk cargo organizer from The Drive is the #1 Best-Seller on Amazon and the Overall Best Pick from Spruce.
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Trunk Organizer w/cooler - $35.99
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Like the idea but want a cooler thrown in? Then this slightly pricier trunk organizer with a cooler may do the trick. It's made of high-quality 1680D Oxford Polyester material and also has a cool reflective stripe great for use at night.
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Gifts To Keep Them Busy
Lego Creator Mustang - $150.99
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What are the holidays if not a time to work puzzles, play games, and yes, build LEGOs. No gift list is complete without them. There are so many cool LEGO sets to choose from - from beginner to Pro level. This Lego Creator Series 1960s Mustang GT has 1,471 pieces. It features dark-blue bodywork with white racing strips, rugged tires, a V8 engine and you can customize it with add-ons too.
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Lego Techno - $39.99
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For something decidedly less vintage, this LEGO Techno Mustang Shelby 500 drag race car toy set is 544 pieces. With 2 pull-back motors, controlling this cool car toy is easy. Just pull back and then release to send your car speeding along.
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The NextGen Guide to Car Collecting - $29.49
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A new generation of car collectors is out there, hungry to learn more, as evidenced by the current #1 new release in automobile buyer's guides on Amazon. This guide is sure to keep future car collectors engrossed in its pages.
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Gifts For Pet Owners
Subaru Pet Carrier and Mobile Pet Bed: $149.49
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This multi-functional, ultra-plush pet bed also doubles as a carrier to transport your small dog or cat in comfort and safety. Subaru says it's crash-tested and certified by the Center for Pet Safety. It uses Velcro positioning points to secure seatbelt straps when used as a car seat. The removable, ultra-plush interior bedding allows your furry companion to feel right at home when on the road, helping to make travel less stressful. We also love its signature Subaru blue color.
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Car Seat Cover for Dogs- $32.54
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There are a lot of car seat covers for dogs out there. This bench style cover is an Amazon Best Seller and covers all the bases. It uses the latest in material technology. Four unique layers create an impenetrable waterproof barrier between your seats and your dog. It protects seats from mud, water and fur, while preventing slip and also being comfortable for your pet. There are also two heavy-duty headrest buckles and two seat anchors,
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Mini Pet Hair Detailer - $15.99
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For the gift recipient in your life who likes to travel with their four-legged friend, this handy gadget will help keep their vehicle clean of pet hair. This product has a 4.6 out of 5 start rating on Amazon, which is pretty high in our book.
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Gifts For The Car Enthusiast Who Has Everything
Custom Car phone case - $24.97
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Who wouldn't like a custom smartphone case with their car on it? You can also have a custom blanket made as well.
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BMW Art Car - $42.49
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This book features rolling sculptures of BMW race cars, designed by 19 different artists.
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Car Ambient Lighting - $36.88
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Help turn your friend or loved ones car into an oasis of color with its own ambient lighting system. This system is an Amazon Choice with a 73% 5-star rating.
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Gifts For The Techie
Alexa Enabled Car-Charger - $31.99
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Bring Amazon's advanced voice service into any vehicle with this neat gadget. Get directions, play music, get a flash briefing of your day, shop online, and more. WARNING: Before buying, you'll want to read the technical specs though, there are some models that may have issues connecting. Read the technical specs here.
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Bouncie GPS Car Tracker - $77 + $8 monthly
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Bouncie helps you keep tabs on a new driver or an older loved one. It plugs into the OBD-II port in any car. For $8 a month, it updates a vehicle's location every 15 seconds while a person is driving. You can locate the vehicle via Google Maps, and also get real-time notifications in the event of an accident. You can also set up zones to know when a vehicle leaves certain areas. Speed limit notifications are part of it too, and more. You can use Bouncie with any smartphone or computer.
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Apple AirTag - $29 or 4-PK for $94.98
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This is a great if your gift recipient has an iPhone or iPad. Apple's AirTag ($29 for a single) helps track lost devices via bluetooth. Then you can find lost items with the AirTag using the Find My App.
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Tile Pro - $24.99
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Don't have an Apple product? Tile products also use Bluetooth to find lost items, but works for Android devices as well as Apple ones.
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STKR Garage Parking Sensor Aid - $29.30
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Say goodbye to stringed tennis balls in the garage,This highly-rated parking sensor is designed to help you park in your garage. It mounts quickly to the wall or surface in front of your vehicle. You can then calibrate it calibrate the unit and select the exact location they would like to park your vehicle, anywhere from 6 inches to 6 feet. They are the #3 seller under Amazon's parking gadgets.
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Magnetic Wireless Car Charger -$34.99
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This charger is compatible with the iPhone 12 or later models. (It also supports the iPhone 11 Pro Max/11 Pro/11 with magnetic sticker (required and sold separately.). It mounts to your vent and uses a magnetic attachment. 4-stars on Amazon.
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Belkin MagSafe Compatible Car Phone Magnetic Charging Air Vent Mount $39.99
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Another option is the Belkin MagSafe Compatible Car Phone Magnetic Charging Air Vent Mount. It has a 4.4-Star rating on Amazon from more than 2,300 reviews and we like those numbers.
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With that we conclude this year's holiday gift guide and we hope you've found it useful - whether you're shopping online our headed out to brave the crowds this year. Prices listed are updated as of the November 25, 2022 and may change.
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