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This article was updated with new products and deals on December 22, 2020
Car lovers are some seriously tough people to shop for. They’re particular about what kinds of products, gadgets, and tools they use, and often already have everything for their ride and garage they could possibly need or want. You can’t just buy them some basic car gift — you need to find something special, something that’ll stand out.
We’re here to help. The Drive has rounded up the best holiday gift picks for any car lover, all for less than $500. These great gift ideas are perfect for auto enthusiasts with any interest, from those who want the latest tech gadgets behind the wheel to home mechanics who love growing their auto tool collection. You’ll find something for the car geeks in your life that’ll make the perfect holiday present.
Add the following gift ideas to your shopping list if you’re searching for the perfect gift for any car enthusiast in your life. Some are even available as limited-time holiday deals, so you can score an awesome present and save at the same time. (Prices were valid at press time, but deals expire and prices can change.)
Check out The Drive’s Guide to the Best Holiday Car Gifts in 2020!
BEST BUY
Garmin DriveSmart 65
More Great Gifts for Under $500!
- 3-Pack of Mobile 1 Full Synthetic Oil 5-QT Jugs / $58.50 / Walmart
- COBRA ESR-755 12 Band Radar Laser Detector / $39.99 / eBay
- AUKEY Bike / Motorcycle Phone Mount with Anti Shake 360 Rotation / $12.90 After Promo Code W2ITYIWU / AmazonYOOHE Auto Paintless Dent Repair Kit / $21.00 After Promo Code NKLV7B23 / Amazon
- Craftsman CMCK400D2R 20V Li-Ion 4-Tool Combo Kit (2 Ah), Certified Refurbished / $115.99 / eBay
- Snow Joe 24V-X2-20SB 48-Volt iON+ Cordless Snow Blower Kit | 20-Inch | W/ 2 x 4.0-Ah Batteries and Charger / $259.00 / Amazon
- LEGO Technic Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 42093 Building Kit (579 Pieces) / $39.99 /
- Columbia River Knife & Tool Squid Folding Pocket Knife / $14.84 / Amazon
- AUKEY Bike / Motorcycle Phone Mount with Anti Shake 360 Rotation / $12.90 After Promo Code W2ITYIWU / Amazon
- AmazonMeguiar’s X2000 Water Magnet Microfiber Drying Towel / $6.76 / Amazon
- Emoly New Car Wash Mitt, 2 Pack Premium Soft Cyclone Microfiber Washing Gloves / $5.54 / Amazon
- Meguiar’s G190532SP Hybrid Ceramic Wax / $18.73 / Amazon
- BISSELL Little Green Portable Spot and Stain Cleaner, 1400M / $79.00 / Walmart
- AUKEY 1080p Supercapacitor Dash Cam with 170 Degree Wide Lens, G-Sensor, WDR and Motion Dection / $45.49 After Digital Coupon & Promo Code XPIV2P8Q / Amazon
- $100 Lowe’s Gift Card – E-mail Delivery / $90 After Promo Code LOWES20 / Amazon
AMAZON
Boss Audio Systems Elite BE7ACP Car Multimedia Player
Even More Great Gifts for Under $500!
- Buy One, Get One FREE on Cordless Power Tools from Craftsman, DeWalt, and Kobalt / Lowes
- 15% Off Certified Refurb Tools and Gear with Promo Code PURCHASECR15. Ends 12/18. / eBay
- TACKLIFE Stud Finder Upgraded Wall Scanner, 4 in 1 / $22.92 / Amazon
- Muscle Rack 48″W x 24″D x 72″H 5-Shelf Steel Wire Shelving Unit, 2500 lb Capacity, Red –Walmart.com / $83.28 / Walmart
- Greenworks 20-Inch 13 Amp Corded Snow Thrower / $100.00 / Amazon
- Logitech G203 LIGHTSYNC Wired Gaming Mouse / $14.99 / Amazon
- Razer DeathAdder Essential Gaming Mouse / $19.99 / Amazon
- Razer Power Up Mouse Keyboard Headset Bundle – Cynosa Lite Viper Kraken X Lite / $69.00 / Walmart
- Logitech G533 Wireless Gaming Headset – DTS 7.1 Surround Sound – Pro-G Audio Drivers / $66.00 / Amazon
- Sharp 70″ Class AQUOS Series LED 4K UHD Smart Android TV / $499.99 / Best Buy
WALMART
Noco Boost HD GB70 UltraSafe Lithium Jump Starter
BEST BUY
Garmin Dash Cam 46
BEST BUY
Viper DS4+ Remote Start System
AMAZON
DeWalt Mechanics Tool Set
AMAZON
Eversecu Digital HD Wireless Car Backup Camera
BEST BUY
Escort Max 360 Radar Detector
AMAZON
ACR ResQLink 400 SOS Personal Locator Beacon
WALMART
Launch OBD2 Scanner Car Diagnostic Code Reader
