Classic Cars

May 15th, 2009

If you have been searching high and low for the perfect gift to give a classic car enthusiast, think kitsch and you will be on the right track. Accessories that speak to the past and offer a little “bling” for a restoration job are very much the in thing.

So, what can you buy a classic lover without breaking the bank? Some of the options more or less readily available out there include:

• Fuzzy dice – This is the quintessential classic car accessory for lovers of vehicles from the 50s or so. While this accessory is most certainly kitschy, it can prove to be a big hit.
• Dashboard hula dancers – These blast-from-the-past dolls can still be found in automotive outlets. Male and female dancers can both be found to grace dashboards and entertain passengers.
• Seat covers – Unusual seat covers, like animal prints, can go over well with some car lovers. Just be sure they don’t already have something lined up on this front.
• An eight-track player – These make great accessories for cars from the 1960s. They can sometimes still be found in junkshops and via online auction and sales sites. If a classic is already equipped, hunt down tapes to increase driving music selection.
• Memorabilia – Any pictures, key chains, old advertisements and so on that relate to the classic in question or its related line of vehicles will likely garner a big response. Be creative and have fun on this front.

Finding a great gift for a classic car lover does not require a lot of money. What it does demand is a little creativity, thought and a willingness to think on the kitschy side now and again.