posted on December 21, 2017
Everyone on your holiday list has a passion — secret or notorious. Dig into our guide to find just the right car to inspire your loved one’s next trip, and give the gift that will give FOMO to everyone else.*
The bionic buddy
MICHAEL’S TESLA MODEL X
Hype up the technology-lover, who jumps at all opportunities to experience the future.
Westborough, MA
The drama queen
JEFF’S LAMBORGHINI GALLARDO
The natural born performer requires a spin in the most dramatic driving machine.
Chantilly, VA
The weekend warrior
THOMAS’ JEEP WRANGLER
For the tireless explorer undaunted by ambitious treks, an adventuremobile makes every weekend minute count.
Austin, TX
The distinguished gentry
ADAM’S PORSCHE BOXSTER
For the driver with impeccable taste, the Boxster is the ideal match for their refined sophistication and style.
Toronto, ON
Your little brother
SERGII’S ALFA ROMEO 4C
Since he’s doing adult things now, like making eye contact and dinner reservations, give him the grown-up version of a video game.
Las Vegas, NV
The next Kim K.
ALEX’S MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS
Her selfie game is strong, she rocks a tracksuit like nobody’s business, and only the ultimate VIP ride will do.
Burbank, CA
The beach bum
BRENT’S VOLKSWAGEN WESTFALIA
Give this hardcore surfer the keys to chase the best waves and be at home — while wearing their favorite Baja jacket.
Honolulu, HI
The smooth operator
NATHANAEL’S BMW i8
For the suave charmer, give them a car that avoids the universal struggles they do: bad hair days, accidental dad jokes, the endless alarm snooze.
Miami, FL
The zombie apocalypse survivor
SKYLER’S HUMMER H1
They’ve stocked up on canned goods and sharpened their ax, so all they need to survive an onslaught of walkers is this beast of a vehicle.
Salt Lake City, UT
The vintage hipster
DARREN’S FERRARI 348 SPIDER
While this person can’t turn back time to become Cher, they can turn heads in this retro Ferrari.
Los Angeles, CA
Kamala Puligandla
Kamala Puligandla is a writer, editor, and bon vivant in LA. She is the author of two books, Zigzags and You Can Vibe Me On My Femmephone, and is always on the look-out for strange stories, excellent eats, and relaxing locales.
