Get ready to ignite the festive spirit with a sleigh-load of gift ideas for the car enthusiast in your life. Whether you’re a seasoned petrolhead or don’t know the difference between a muffler and a manifold, we’ve got suggestions to suit every budget and style. Let’s put the pedal to the metal and make this Christmas unforgettable!
Stocking stuffers with a practical touch
These affordable picks are perfect for those who treat their car like a second home:
- Reusable coffee cup (that fits in cup holders!): Because nobody wants to choose between saving the planet and spilling their morning latte in a roundabout. Eco-friendly and spill-proof – a win-win!
- Cordless hand-held vacuum: A great gift for people on the go! Say goodbye to the crumb-museum created by breakfast on-the-move with a compact, battery-powered vacuum designed for car interiors. Look for models with attachments for hard-to-reach areas.
- Tyre-tread keyring: A pocket-sized tool for the road-safe and performance-minded alike. Measure tread depth in style with keyrings from your favourite European car manufacturer. Cool and practical – hard to beat!
Gifts for road trippers
Preparing for some time on the road over the school holidays? Get excited for the adventures ahead with these gift ideas:
- Portable car fridge: For those who take their snacks as seriously as their road trips. Keep drinks ice-cold and snacks fresh, so you can focus on the next adventure!
- Mini projector: Turn your vehicle into an outdoor cinema on wheels with a mini projector and take your entertainment with you wherever you go!
- Custom maps and prints: Go old-school, with a personalised map that highlights all the best routes and must-see spots for your next journey; or a print that pin-points the special places from your favourite road trip memories together.
Gifts for tinkerers
Got a loved one who enjoys working on their pride and joy?
- Magnetic tool tray: A small, but mighty gift! Perfect for holding nuts, bolts and screws during fiddly projects under the car or around the house.
- LED underbonnet work lights: Shed some light on those late-night car projects with a clamp-on LED light..or two!
- Mechanic’s creeper: Is your tinkerer groaning as they clamber under the car on sheets of cardboard? Give their back a break with a sleek, low-profile creeper that lets them slide under their vehicle like a pro.
Luxury picks for the ultimate ‘wow!’ factor
Make Christmas unforgettable with one of these standout gifts:
Car fragrance: So long, pine fresh; hello, high-end, long-lasting automotive interior perfumes! Create a sophisticated atmosphere for your car-loving loved one with bespoke car fragrances and luxury-vehicle branded dispensers. We love the Porsche fragrance dispenser, which replicates the classic 911 design in a range of colours.
High-end driving gloves: Driving with the top down in a classic vehicle? Surprise your car lover with the gift of ultimate driving comfort and style with premium leather driving gloves. Personalise with an embossed monogram to elevate to the next level of luxury!
Luxury road trip kit: Pair a custom set of premium accessories for long drives – think travel blankets, personalised travel mugs and a portable espresso maker – with luxury accommodation for the ultimate romantic and luxurious gift.
Get your car road-ready for the festive season
The countdown to Christmas is on, and with summer just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to make sure your car’s ready for some holiday fun! Whether you’re cruising to the beach or making the rounds to see family, you don’t want a breakdown to be part of the festive season.
Book your car in for a service with us, and we’ll ensure it’s all systems go before you hit the road. We’ll give your car a thorough safety-check in line with the VACC’s accredited Critical Safety Check program and keep you on the move with our premium service. We provide a hassle-free and premium car service experience in South Melbourne that includes complimentary coffee, free Wi-Fi, loan cars, and transparent pricing. Keep your car and your wallet happy with Cox Auto’s professional servicing.
We recommend running through five simple ‘roadtrip-readiness’ checks in the week leading up to any roadtrips this Summer to avoid any last-minute stress. If your simple checks turn up anything unexpected, give us a call and we’ll help you on your way. And if they don’t? You can stick to getting your road trip essentials together.
- Tyre pressure – handling and performance is important on any road trip. Make sure your tyres are inflated to the correct pressure before you hit the road, and give them a once-over for wear and tear.
- Lights – check that your head, parking, indicator, brake, reversing and numberplate lights are in good working order. The safest way to do so is with two people: one to operate the lights, the other to observe.
Windscreen wipers – fill the washer reservoir, and check wiper blades for deterioration or debris. - Coolant – check your owner’s manual for specific advice about how to check your vehicle’s coolant level. Most vehicles will have a transparent coolant reservoir so you can check the level without touching the cap, but we still recommend you do this when the engine is cool.
- Engine oil – again, check your owner’s manual for detailed instructions on checking your oil levels. Remember to check the oil when the engine is cool, and be sure to park on a flat surface!
You deserve a premium service experience that won’t void your warranty or strain your budget in the lead up to Christmas! We’re not just any mechanic; we’re your friendly and trusted automotive partners.
