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autoviva2011-12-23 18:24:46

Christmas with a Vroom - Autoviva's gift suggestions for the car enthusiasts

 
 
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Christmas with a Vroom - Autoviva's gift suggestions for the car enthusiasts

Your father, brother, sister, cousin or best friend is a car fanatic and you don’t know what to give him for Christmas? Well the days are already counting and Autoviva is already feeling the Ho Ho Vroom spirit. We have been preparing for you a list of our favourite gifts and we will be unveiling them every day here on Autoviva until the 24th of December. So if you want to discover them don't go to far and drive by Autoviva everyday to see our new suggestion.

Chromed Exhaust from Ferrari F1

Christmas is getting closer but there are still many people who are still looking for the best gifts for their beloved ones. Today's suggestion is not for any buyer, it's a collection piece that would send any Formula One fanatic to a 6G excitement level. We are talking about a chromed exhaust from a Formula 1 car from Scuderia Ferrari. This piece has been fitted to an F1 car and is guaranteed authentic thanks to a certificate of origin.

Price: €6.099,00

Source: Ferrari Store

2-Day High Performance Driving Training

For the person who might get this gift for Christmas, this might be his or hers best gift ever. Today's suggestion will take the person who gets it to one of the biggest driving schools of the world. But you won't be driving a common car. We suggest a 2-day high performance training, to have the opportunity to drive BMW, Lexus, Lotus and Porsche automobiles both on and off the racetrack. Exciting huh? This must be written all over the letters being sent by car fanatics to Santa.

Price: $3500

Source: Skip Barber Driving school

Nissan Parking Only Sign

This next gift is only for the proud owners of any Nissan model. This parking sign will give its proud owner the opportunity of giving his Nissan the best parking space on the block. Everyone will respect his or her car and fear the chance of seeing their cars towed. Or maybe not! Looks like Nissan is not only wanting to take control of automotive world but also parking lots.

Price: $22.75

Source: Nissan

Hello Kitty Steering Wheel Cover

The ladies in autoviva also deserve some car related gift presents thought only for them. So we decided to search for a customized steering wheel cover. And we found one with a little kitten that has fans all over the world. We are suggesting this steering wheel cover from Hello Kitty that will be offering the ladies a cute new driving sensation and it is definitely a must have must for any Hello Kitty collector. A new cover, a new grip and then the ladies will just have to let it rip on their cute little cars.

Price: $11.95

Source: Amazon.com

Home Racing Simulator

This next gift is for the at-home racing addicts that opt for couch driving in front of the tv screen rather than the real deal. We take the suggestion of Chad Smith, a racing games fan which took the experience to a whole different level when he installed at home a five-screen racing simulator. To do so Smith’s computer is providing video across five screens at 9600×1080 resolution at a rate of 84 frames per second, using an AMD Radeon HD 6870 graphics card. The feeling is so real that he almost feels like he needs racing gloves. Now that would be a really cool Christmas gift don't you think?

Price: Not available

Source: Digital Trends

 

Ferrari FXX Racers Exclusive pedal Go-kart

Today's gift is for the little ones, children of course. Do you know a kid which dreams of cars, plays with cars all the time and will definitely become a car fanatic? Well this next gift is for him. Why not give him his first driver experience behind the wheel of this Ferrari FXX Racers pedal Go-Kart. It is inspired by the car bearing the same name and features Super Slick X-treme tyres with a diameter of 43 cm, offering a superb grip even in corners. The Ferrari FXX Exclusive Go-kart is fitted with two rear disk brakes, 7 gears and an electronic system for speed and lap times. Finished with a sport seat the rides on the park will never be the same for that kid.

Price: € 1.727,00

Source: Ferrari Store

Garage Utility Vacuum

This convenient and organized central-vac system provides the power of a pro-grade vacuum in the comfort and convenience of your own garage, so you'll never have to waste time at the car wash or with a dustpan again. The heavy-duty wall-mounted vacuum is easy to install, takes up no floor space, and is both powerful and quiet.

Price: $143,54

Source: Gifts.com

 

VW Camper Van Tent

We know that it's a little bit cold at the moment to go camping, but for those who are fans of this nature loving hobby and are lovers from the hippy times we have found the perfect gift. Who doesn't remember the VW van "breadloaf"? Well for you we have found a four-man (or lady, natch) tent which is a full-size replica of the iconic 1965 VW Camper Van synonymous with 60s counterculture.

Price: £299

Source: Firebox

 

Cadillac Sofa

Are you a great fan of the 1950's Cadillacs? Remember how they were comfortable to sit in? Well maybe this is the right gift for you or anyone you know. Why not bring home a 1959 Cadillac Car Sofa? This our suggestion: imagine having a copy of that favorite Cadillac that sits in your garage, sitting in your living room. By $2900 you get a 59 Cadillac Red Sofa with fins with tail lights that actually work, by turn on the switch. The handcrafted sofa is made of polyresin and reinforced with fiberglass and steel.

Price: $2.900

Source: California Supersport Auto

 

Radar Detector

For those who like high speeds but always end up being caught by the police, here is the greatest Christmas gift ever: a radar detector. This equipment detect all bands of speed enforcement radar (X, K, Ka, and Ku) from both front and rear, and its programmable GPS-enabled circuitry ensures you won't be caught off-guard by hidden speed traps or pesky speed cameras. As you approach a potential threat, the detector provides an instant audible and visual alert. For anyone who wants to enjoy driving at high speed and at the same time be safe from unpleasant Christmas gifts from Santa Cop, this is a must have!

Price: $434,34

Source: Amazon

39 comments

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authomobilia
These are illegal to use in several Countries and States around the world.
09.12.2011 @ 13:14
filipefmelo
Here too! I want one!
09.12.2011 @ 14:26
Vetteman
I don't see the point to these. When you see a cop car, why spend the money on this when you can drive faster?!
09.12.2011 @ 15:42
filipefmelo
My cousin, the day before yesterday, in France, was caught doing 280kmh (174mph). 3700€ fine and 10 months suspended driving license. Is this as fast as you talking about?
09.12.2011 @ 16:10
Vetteman
Maybe he was chases down by one of those crazy interceptors, he should've driven to about 300 mph. That would be enough...
09.12.2011 @ 22:23
Vetteman
Hey, I've always wanted one of those.
12.12.2011 @ 15:37
filipefmelo
I think they're from the fifties. I really like them. If only I had a car and garage to go with it.. :)
12.12.2011 @ 16:16
authomobilia
This one is in plastic, while there are some made in the rear back of a car, real metal and chrome.
12.12.2011 @ 21:56
filipefmelo
I had that doubt since I saw it. Yeah, the metal ones are a lot better. How ever you need a mechanic instead of a cleaning lady. LOL
13.12.2011 @ 09:46
tlopes
Love the tent!
13.12.2011 @ 11:17
filipefmelo
I came here to say those exact words: love the tent!
13.12.2011 @ 11:34
Vetteman
I would love the tent just to pretend to drive it...
13.12.2011 @ 15:39
Vetteman
Fantastic pic, how much?
14.12.2011 @ 00:45
authomobilia
I have to say I really like this VW tent.
14.12.2011 @ 05:04
tiagospeedy
Oh so cute...I would have gone mad if my parents offered me a pedal car like this one for Christmas! I think I wanna be a child again...
15.12.2011 @ 15:15
Vetteman
Kids these days have everything....
15.12.2011 @ 15:40
filipefmelo
I'm still missing my 599 GTO...
15.12.2011 @ 15:47
filipefmelo
No more Christmas suggestions? :)
16.12.2011 @ 11:43
Vetteman
That's 5 presents already, there only needs to be 3 presents.
16.12.2011 @ 15:39
Juliana
Every guy's dream hehe
16.12.2011 @ 16:44
filipefmelo
And girl's?
16.12.2011 @ 16:45
Juliana
Not really, sorry
16.12.2011 @ 16:47
Vetteman
Well, make it your dream, it'll make life easier.
16.12.2011 @ 17:25
Vetteman
I'D LOVE THAT SIMULATOR! Dear Santa...
16.12.2011 @ 17:28
filipefmelo
Dear Santa, please bring me that simulator. But first bring me a Ferrari 599 GTO. I'll even let you play with it (the simulator, of course).
16.12.2011 @ 18:08
Vetteman
Hahahah!
17.12.2011 @ 07:16
Juliana
At last one for the ladies:) Cute
19.12.2011 @ 17:00
nora
Along with the steering wheel, you should at best offer this car. It just makes the perfect match: www.autoviva.com/vitesse_rose/version/37679
19.12.2011 @ 17:29
authomobilia
Paris Hilton had one of these pink Bentley
19.12.2011 @ 19:38
Vetteman
Who said Hello Kitty is for the ladies? ; )
20.12.2011 @ 07:54
tiagospeedy
Make your point Vetteman...make your point... got intrigued...
21.12.2011 @ 12:20
tlopes
Ha ha!
21.12.2011 @ 14:49
nora
UAU! That drive training is the best gift out of all i think
21.12.2011 @ 16:19
Juliana
This one is great! Santa, can you give me this present please? Thank you:D
21.12.2011 @ 16:21
Vetteman
Man, how much better can this list get?
21.12.2011 @ 23:58
Vetteman
I'm sorry it just got better.
23.12.2011 @ 01:40
tlopes
Agree Vetteman!
23.12.2011 @ 10:03
revver
Ahh, finally, inconel F1 exhaust, now we're talking... :-)
23.12.2011 @ 16:40
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