Victory, Celebrated Napoleon never drove a Porsche, but he takes center stage in this striking linen-backed 1969 racing poster, offered by VintageCarPosters.com. Created by Strenger to celebrate Gérard Larrousse and Maurice Gélin’s Tour de Corse victory, it places their 911R beneath the Corsican emperor’s silhouette, with a tricolor cockade on his hat. The vivid blue ground, bold typography and printed finishing order make it both a record of Porsche competition history and a terrific piece of graphic design. $1,495. vintagecarposters.com Drive In Style These fingerless driving gloves from French brand ACABA Gantier are handmade in Italy, feel luxurious on your hands, […]
Victory, Celebrated
Napoleon never drove a Porsche, but he takes center stage in this striking linen-backed 1969 racing poster, offered by VintageCarPosters.com. Created by Strenger to celebrate Gérard Larrousse and Maurice Gélin’s Tour de Corse victory, it places their 911R beneath the Corsican emperor’s silhouette, with a tricolor cockade on his hat. The vivid blue ground, bold typography and printed finishing order make it both a record of Porsche competition history and a terrific piece of graphic design. $1,495.
Drive In Style
These fingerless driving gloves from French brand ACABA Gantier are handmade in Italy, feel luxurious on your hands, and help protect your vintage steering wheel from damage. Available in a variety of colors to match your unique car, they offer excellent grip with their lamb-leather palms. The company is located in the heart of Paris, but you can find ACABA Gantier’s vendor booth at U.S. automotive events including the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, The Amelia and Rétromobile New York. €95.
Top-Shelf Records Presentation
The more special the car, the more paperwork you’ll have, sometimes in more than just one file. Why keep them in an anonymous folder or box when you could store them in something custom made just for that car? They look fantastic and are guaranteed to be the one thing that the collector in your life doesn’t have. They look fabulous on a bookshelf and serve as a unique reminder of that very special auto sitting in the garage. From $250.
Art Car Heirlooms
Automotive artist Lindsey Tufts’ Bespoke Car Creations makes custom 3-D printed cars from CAD files, which are then meticulously painted, polished, assembled and finished with real gold leaf or other precious metals. His custom-designed “Mantafied” Art Car can be finished in custom color combinations, or commission a bespoke model of a car from your own collection in 1/12-scale or larger. Each scale model is signed and numbered. Turnaround time is currently eight to 12 weeks, so get your holiday order in today. From $1,000 (1/8 scale).
LinDesignX@gmail.com; 216.374.0424
Essential Scents
Crafted for those who live for the drive, Flat Six Candle Co. captures the unfiltered essence of automotive culture. It recalls the anticipation of bringing home the car you’ve always dreamed of, the first lessons learned under its hood, late nights in the garage and the miles that follow. An olfactory homage to the machines, rituals and memories that make car culture so deeply personal, this hand-poured signature fragrance is made for the automotive enthusiast whose passion extends well beyond the driver’s seat. $68.
Short-Block Soundtrack
If the Porschephile on your holiday gift list is also an audiophile, take a look at the Porsche Wall of Sound from Ben’s Auto Décor. Starting with a genuine Porsche 928 V8 engine block refinished in a charcoal-and-gold color scheme, this custom “Wall of Sound” audio system uses two custom-built speaker towers, with amplifiers and other electronics stealthily integrated into the design. Integrated backlighting highlights the engine, and the oil pan has even been transformed into a storage drawer. $34,500
(or custom builds from $19,000).
Big Fins, Small Car
For the Cadillac enthusiast, consider this new high-end model series from Automodello. A 1:24-scale reproduction of a 1961 Cadillac Series 62 convertible is available in five colors and three editions. The Standard Edition build comes in Lexington Green or Shell Pearl Poly, the Encomium Edition is finished in Nautilus Blue or Fontana Rose, while the Exclusive Limited Edition is painted Ebony Black. All models include a removable convertible top and boot cover and are GM-licensed products. This model represents a timeless design that has not been modeled in 1:24 scale previously. From $249.99.
The Way We Were
Motorsports Mavericks is a vivid, photo-rich celebration of racing’s true Golden Age — the 1960s and ’70s, when innovation exploded, risks multiplied and legends were forged across NASCAR, Formula 1, IndyCar, NHRA and Le Mans. Author George Levy draws on conversations with icons such as Richard Petty, AJ Foyt, Mario Andretti, Jackie Stewart, Don Garlits and Derek Bell to capture the era’s breakthrough ideas and larger-than-life personalities. Featuring 200 images from Pete Biro and a foreword by Roger Penske, it’s a must-have for any motorsports enthusiast. $50.
From a Car to Fine Art
Bill Patterson has been an artist for over 35 years, and although he concentrates on motorsports, he loves to combine the portraiture of a sports car in a racetrack setting. Patterson can turn a photograph into a finished painting or create truly original images that go beyond re-creation, placing clients’ cars on any track in the world. For the hard to-buy-for car enthusiast, a portrait of his or her favorite car at the Corkscrew at Laguna Seca or Eau Rouge at Spa is unique and unforgettable. Patterson will work with clients to develop ideas that turn into the perfect gift. Commissions from $2,500.
Mark Your Mercedes’ Territory
This “Mercedes-Benz Parking Only” sign from Miller’s Inc. will make the rules clear in your garage, driveway or office parking lot. It’s also a great decoration for any space. Made from extra-thick sheet steel with crimped-over edges, rounded corners and pre-drilled mounting holes, this quality lacquered sign will continue to look great on your wall for years to come. $22.95.
Keep Your Dream Car Pristine
Give the classic-car enthusiast in your life a gift they’ll appreciate all year long. The CarCapsule Indoor Showcase provides a clean, protective environment designed to help keep prized vehicles protected from dust, dirt, moisture and everyday garage hazards. Available in multiple sizes and styles, there’s a CarCapsule for nearly every collector and garage. Whether it’s protecting a weekend cruiser, muscle car or treasured classic, give the gift of protection, preservation and peace of mind this holiday season. Indoor Showcase units from $2,495.
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