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| With the holidays fast approaching, it is time to | | | | or socket set. There's something to please |
| think about what to give the man on your gift list. | | | | everyone. Prices vary. |
| For those with a handy man or woman on their | | | | 7. Global positioning system (GPS): They say that |
| list, here are some great holiday gift ideas. | | | | men don't stop to ask directions. With a GPS, he |
| 1. Emergency tire repair kit: Kits include all of the | | | | doesn't have to. A good GPS system will help him |
| items you need to patch a tire. With one of these | | | | find his way no matter where he is. Portable, |
| handy kits, there is no need to call for help. You | | | | lightweight and handy. Prices: $200 to $800. |
| can fix your own tire on the spot. Price range: | | | | Garmin is one of the more well-known brands. |
| $20 - $50. | | | | 8. Vehicle service packages (car wash, detailing, |
| 2. Car care kits: Whether your gift recipient owns | | | | etc.): Give your guy the gift of time by purchasing |
| a collection of classic cars or just wants to keep | | | | him a package of car wash & waxes from your |
| his everyday ride shiny and clean, a car care kit is | | | | local car wash, or treat him to a full detail at his |
| just the thing. They can be purchased in a variety | | | | favorite body shop. Prices vary. |
| of combinations for different types of washing, | | | | 9. Vehicle battery tester: Test your own car or |
| waxing and buffing. Price range: $20 - $300. | | | | truck battery with a battery & system tester. |
| 3. Auto accessories: For the guy or gal who really | | | | Price: about $100 (Griot's Garage) |
| loves their car, consider purchasing custom plates | | | | 10. Curb ramps: If your favorite guy or gal has |
| or license plate holders, window deflectors, a | | | | roll-over curbs (you know the kind where your |
| trunk organizer, steering wheel covers, floor mats | | | | vehicle scrapes the driveway when you enter or |
| and more. Prices vary. | | | | exit?), give him a set of curb ramps to ease the |
| 4. Roof racks (ski, bicycle, luggage): There are | | | | transition from street to driveway and vice versa. |
| dozens of roof rack storage items on the market | | | | Ideal for cars, trucks, vans, RVs, boats, golf carts |
| including the familiar ski, bicycle and luggage racks | | | | and more. Price: about $300. |
| as well as roof storage, kayak racks and | | | | Many of these can be purchased at local |
| surfboard carriers. Prices vary. | | | | automotive retailers (AutoZone, Napa, Schuck's) |
| 5. Garage storage: In terms of garage storage, | | | | large discount retailers (Wal-Mart, Target, Costco), |
| the possibilities are endless. Storage options include | | | | and local detail and body shops. If you are hoping |
| everything from hanging tool storage and portable | | | | to save time and money, many of the above |
| tool boxes to storage racks, shelves and cabinets. | | | | products can also be ordered online and shipped |
| The sky's the limit and, of course, so are the | | | | to you or directly to your recipient for gift-giving. |
| prices so shop accordingly. | | | | Act quickly though. Each business will have its own |
| 6. Specialty tools: Who doesn't love a new toy? | | | | holiday delivery cut-off dates. Happy Holidays and |
| Check your favorite retailer or online store for a | | | | enjoy your creative gifts! |
| wide variety of specialty tools like a funnel | | | | |