Gift idea of the Year shortlist

Stuck for a present for that person you know who loves their cars? These are five of the best gifts we've seen over the past year that we'd be very happy to receive on our birthday. Or Christmas. Or just because someone likes us...

Haynes Build Your Own V8 Engine

Want to keep your dad occupied on Christmas Day while you watch Strictly Come Dancing and eat all the Quality Street? This detailed V8 engine set from Haynes is fully motorised and features illuminating spark plugs and an ignition sound.