Gift Ideas for an Auto Detailer
Are you the spouse of an auto detailer enthusiast? Or are you a detailing hobbyist or professional and want to give some ideas to your husband or wife? Today we are going to give the best gift ideas for the auto detailer in your life, even if that's you!
Are you the spouse of an auto detailer enthusiast? Or are you a detailing hobbyist or professional and want to give some ideas to your husband or wife? Today we are going to give the best gift ideas for the auto detailer in your life, even if that's you!
As a professional auto detailer, some of the gifts might be slightly different as compared to the hobbyist or weekend warrior. I will indicate which is which as we go through them.
If you haven't seen it already, the best tools for mobile auto detailing we have curated a list of what a professional mobile detailer needs to be successful.
Best gifts for auto detailers under $25
As an auto detailer, there are a lot of expensive tools and equipment than is used, but there are also a ton of items that are super useful under $25.
Brushes
Auto detailers love brushes, whether it is a fine interior brush kit or a wheel brush, brushes make detailing so much easier!
Microfiber Towels
I haven't met a detailer who doesn't use microfiber towels in one way or another. Professional detailers go through microfibers so often that an extra stock up is definiely appreciated as a gift. It may sound boring to get your husband or wife a pack of microfibers, but trust me, we love to have more available. I really like The Rag Company towels, they are the best I have come across and have a lot of different options to pick from. Otherwise there are a lot of great cheaper bulk packages of towels which are great for the engine bays and interior door jambs.
Chemicals
For DIY and weekend warriors, most chemicals can easily be found under $15. The best way to know which one to get is to go into the garage or wherever your detailing friend or spouse keeps their detailing supplies. Once you are there take a look at the most worn out or used looking bottle, if it's almost empty that's probably a good indicator. You can also take a look at the common brands on the shelf to get an idea of what ones they like the most.
| Brand | Amazon Affiliate Link |
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| Meguiar's | Shop Now |
| Adams Polishes | Shop Now |
| Chemical Guys | Shop Now |
| Aerospace 303 | Shop Now |
| Turtle Wax | Shop Now |
| Sonax | Shop Now |
| P&S Detail Products | Shop Now |
| Griot's Garage | Shop Now |
| Optimum Polymer Technologies | Shop Now |
| CarPro | Shop Now |
Detailing Shirts
There are some pretty clever custom detailing shirts out there you can get as well. Also if your spouse has their own company, getting a branded sport polo shirt would be an amazing gift. As detailers we like to have a good impression on customers so having a nice shirt with a logo on it is a great idea.
If you are just looking for fun or funny detailing shirts, here are a few.
Best gifts for auto detailers for under $50
Once we get into the $50 price range, this definitely opens up the door for more of the bigger items that can be bought. If you are looking for your husband or wife who loves to detail their own car, here are some great gift ideas!
Storage
As a professional auto detailer, storage containers and keeping everything organized is almost a must in order to be the most efficient. Even as a hobbyist, it makes things a lot easier to have things stored nicely. You can go to a local hardware store and get some shelves and containers. If your detailer likes to work mobile, I really like this one that holds a polisher and pads and product altogether.
Tornador
The Tornador is a great gift for a husband or wife detailer, it seems kind of strange but it really works great to get the carpets and upholstery clean with a lot less work and scrubbing manually.
Foam Cannon
Foam cannons are all the rage right now and make an Instagram story or reel look cool, and it's a ton of fun to see first-hand. Some detailers may not care for the instagram picture a foam cannon can get them, they are happy with the results that can be achieved using a foam cannon. This is a great detailing gift idea for under $50.
Since there are so many foam cannons to choose from, pretty much every single company has their own branded foam cannon, you can check out all of them here Shop Now.
Best gifts for auto detailers under $100
As we look at prices at $100 and over, the types of products and items you can buy as a gift for an auto detailer grows exponentially. There are so many options and things available to you out there. The best option is to find out what brand your husband, boyfriend, girlfriend, etc uses the most and see if they have something like below available in that brand.
Detailing Kit Gifts
Detailing Kits are a great gift for those detailers who may not have a lot of supplies already or are just getting started and not sure what all they need to properly detail. As a detailer, there are a wide array of items we could use on a job, so having a lot of options in a kit helps your detailer choose the right product or tool for the job.
There are so many of these kits available, once again use the brand that your husband, boyfriend, wife or girlfriend uses the most and that's the best option.
Here are a few good starter kits around $100
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Ceramic Coatings
Ceramic Coatings are another great gift to get. Ceramic coatings are slowly replacing wax for most detailers. If your detailer doesn't have a brand already in mind that they use, definitely check out the recommended ceramic coatings for detailers here.
Shop vac
A Shop Vacuum is another great gift idea for an auto detailer, if they don't have one already, then this will be a great upgrade for them. What's great about getting a shop vac is how it can be used for auto detailing and other garage work or thing around the house. I like to use mine to clean up the stairs in my garage that go into the house.
I would try and get one with 3.0 HP or higher to really make it easier to clean up those tough messes and reach down into the small crevices between the seats better.
Something like this shop vac is good, the stainless tank ones aren't 100% necessary to get but hold up better in my experience to getting knocked around in the back of a truck.
Here is a stainless shop vac made by Stanley that actually has a higher HP which is great. I have only used the Shop Vac brand but this one is worth a look!
Best gifts for auto detailers under $250
Dual Action Polisher
You may not know what a dual action polisher is, but I assure you that your auto detailing spouse or friend does. This tool is used to correct and protect car paint and is a tool used by a lot of professional and hobbyist auto detailers.
There are a lot of brands and options when it comes to polishers for detailing. Most big companies have a polisher to sell, so if your person you are buying this gift for has a preferred brand, it's best to stick to that.
Here are a few good options to go with, if you are buying for a professional detailer, choosing a good brand will go a long way, otherwise the polisher might not last as long if you go with an 0ff-brand.
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Pressure Washer
Another great gift for auto detailers is a pressure washer (or power washer if you prefer). Having a pressure washer makes quicker work for a detail, also it is required for most foam cannons.
If you want a thorough review of the best pressure washers, I have a list of those as well. Pressure washers can go over $250, but here are a few that are below that amount to consider.
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Conclusion
In wrapping up our exploration of the best gifts for auto detailers, it's clear that the path to a car enthusiast's heart is paved with tools and products. From reliable cleaning kits to game-changing polishers and protective coatings, there's a world of possibilities to enhance the detailing experience.
As you consider these gift options, think about the unique preferences and needs of the recipient. A well-chosen gift not only acknowledges their dedication to perfecting every detail but also contributes to the joy they find in transforming vehicles.
Whether you're shopping for a seasoned professional or a weekend warrior, the key is finding a gift that aligns with their passion and adds a spark to their detailing routine. So, here's to celebrating the meticulous work and dedication of auto detailers everywhere. May your gift bring a shine to their day and a new level of enjoyment to their craft.
As always keep learning, keep serving, keep growing!
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