F1 Christmas gift ideas – the best late buys
Christmas is just around the corner and it’s time for the final few purchases to be made, but why not add these few items to motorsport mad fans.
F1 is a bounty for end-of-year reviews, books, DVDs and games but if you’re looking for something unique for that F1 superfan then look no further.
Christmas is just around the corner and it’s time for the final few purchases to be made, but why not add these few items to motorsport mad fans.
F1 is a bounty for end-of-year reviews, books, DVDs and games but if you’re looking for something unique for that F1 superfan then look no further.
One of the most popular technology gadgets which are a firm favourite at Christmas but this F1-themed Pirelli tyre speaker is something you won’t tire of (sorry) thanks to its long battery life and easy portability. The Pirelli P Zero styled product mimics a soft compound tyre but instead of the tree-trunk size 2017 tyres this speaker fits neatly into a backpack or pocket.
Top tip: The Pirelli tyre speaker comes with ‘Buddy-jack’ functionality so you can connect a row of speakers to help you turn up the volume.
Ever wanted to own a Formula 1 car? Who hasn’t, but given the prices they go for unless you’re a Russian oligarch you might struggle to get the pennies together. But the next best thing is part of an F1 car and through Memento Exclusives they produce special parts of recent F1 cars with official licensing from teams. This 2014 VJM07 DRS flap would be a unique and colourful centrepiece to any household and comes with an official certificate of authenticity.
Senna and Mansell Taxi ride 1991 British Grand Prix artwork
The ideal gift to combine a passion for F1 and art is this specially-crafted Paul Oz artwork of the iconic moment Nigel Mansell gave Aytron Senna a lift back to the pits on his Williams at the end of the 1991 British Grand Prix. This piece is part of a limited edition 100 hand-embellished box canvas prints personally worked on by the iconic F1 artist Paul Oz and comes with a certificate of authenticity.
F1 Titanium brake bobbin keychain
Continuing the theme of ‘owning’ a former F1 car, this small piece arguably plays one of the most important roles of all 80,000+ parts which make up a car but is tiny enough to comfortably become an eye-catching keychain. The raced F1 titanium brake bobbin has been repurposed into a keyring but can still withstand enormous pressures and temperatures having been used the apply the brake disc to the bell. A few of these parts and you are well on your way to building your own F1 car… sort of.
Force India pink wheel rim coffee table
If you want something special to remember the 2017 F1 season by then why not a mark towards Force India turning pink with this pink wheel rim converted into a stylish coffee table. Another limited edition piece is painted in the same matte pink as used on this year’s VJM10 and is transformed into a smart household item which would be instantly recognisable to any F1 fan. This piece has been strictly limited to 100 pieces so you’ll have to act fast to grab one.
One of the most iconic pieces of Ayrton Senna merchandise still available, the Nacional blue baseball cap is instantly recognisable connected to the F1 legend. The design comes with embroidered logos of Senna’s signature on either side of the cap and is a replica of the Brazilian’s famous former headwear.
