The Best Holiday Presents for the Dedicated DIYer

Reviewed by

Richard McCuistian, ASE Certified Master Automobile Technician

Technical Reviewer at CarParts.com

Written by CarParts.com Research Team - Updated on November 8th, 2024

Reading Time: 6 minutes

Gift-giving season is almost here一which also means there’s tons of shopping to do!

Delight the car enthusiasts in your life by getting ahead of the holiday rush with our ultimate gift guide for DIYers. Shopping early means finding the perfect present before stocks and time run out. As a bonus, all products come with free shipping until supplies last!

Be sure to add these items to your shopping cart, and make the holidays extra special with the help of CarParts.com.

OEMTOOLS 25065 1/8 in. and 1/4 in. Bolt Extractor

This extractor set is designed to remove quarter-inch and eighth-inch bolts, screws, and other fittings and has a drill size of 5/64”.

Remove those pesky bolts, screws, pipes, and grease fittings with ease using a high-quality bolt extractor from OEMTOOLS®.

These small fittings are bound to wear out and get brittle after some time, leaving them stuck in tight spaces with no way of getting them out unless you have a bolt extractor on hand.

This extractor set is designed to remove quarter-inch and eighth-inch bolts, screws, and other fittings and has a drill size of 5/64”.

Buy this product for $7.99

Great Neck HM85 85 Piece Ratchet and Socket Set

A ratchet screwdriver, hex keys and bars, as well as bit holders and extensions are also included in the 85-piece set.

The 85-piece ratchet and socket set from Great Neck® is a great gift for DIYers, especially those tired of using an old-fashioned wrench.

Another good thing about this ratchet and socket set is that it also comes with its own storage organizer, so those fasteners and adapters can be kept in one place.

A ratchet screwdriver, hex keys and bars, as well as bit holders and extensions are also included in the 85-piece set.

Buy this product for $42.99

JC Whitney JCWXTRA10MM1 10mm Socket Keychain

This 10mm socket keychain from JC Whitney® is a six-point standard socket that works well with 1/4 in. drive tools.

There’s nothing better than a gift that’s both stylish and functional. And for a dedicated DIYer who’s always on the go, a handy socket keychain makes a great holiday present.

This 10mm socket keychain from JC Whitney® is a six-point standard socket that works well with 1/4 in. drive tools.

Plus, it makes a great statement piece to go with your keys!

Buy this product for $8.99

OEMTOOLS 25399 LED Magnetic Claw Pick-Up Tool

This 3-in-1 tool features a light and retractable four-claw pick-up tool and magnet, making it easy to retrieve magnetic and non-magnetic items in hard-to-reach spaces.

Gearheads are always looking for ways to get around their projects without breaking a sweat, so why not help them out by gifting them an LED magnetic claw pick-up tool from OEMTOOLS®?

This 3-in-1 tool features a light and retractable four-claw pick-up tool and magnet, making it easy to retrieve magnetic and non-magnetic items in hard-to-reach spaces.

The tool’s anodized aluminum head and handle are designed to last a long time, including the magnetic tips that can lift items as heavy as 2 lbs.

Buy this product for $19.99

OEMTOOLS 24664 Rotary Tool with 35 Piece Accessory Kit

The tool has a powerful 1.2-amp motor that can handle the toughest jobs as well as a 1/8-inch collet that can accommodate most accessories and attachments.

A DIYer’s toolkit isn’t complete without a handy rotary tool. This 35-piece accessory kit from OEMTOOLS® has all the attachments for all your grinding, cutting, shaping, and sanding needs.

The tool has a powerful 1.2-amp motor that can handle the toughest jobs as well as a 1/8-inch collet that can accommodate most accessories and attachments.

Storing this tool is also easy, as it already comes with a hard case organizer.

Buy this product for $49.49

OEMTOOLS 24948 Cushioned Creeper Seat with Tool Tray

A cushioned creeper seat from OEMTOOLS® is exactly what a DIYer needs when taking apart engine parts or bolting a new pair of side mirrors.

Working on a vehicle involves a lot of moving around, which can be quite a hassle when you have to keep walking and lugging around a stool to sit in.

A cushioned creeper seat from OEMTOOLS® is exactly what a DIYer needs when taking apart engine parts or bolting a new pair of side mirrors.

This cushioned seat even comes with a tool tray with dividers to prevent small nuts and screws from getting mixed with other tools.

As a bonus, the seat comes with a set of oil-resistant swivel wheels, so you don’t have to worry about sliding around.

Buy this product for $74.49

Hazet 1951 Kneeling Mat 30 X 450 X 210 mm

Made from top-grade foam and other high-quality materials, this kneeling mat is designed to provide maximum comfort when dealing with car repair and maintenance activities.

Mounting jack stands and loosening lug nuts from wheels typically require you to get down on your knees. Don’t worry, though, because you’ll find this kneeling mat from Hazet® extremely convenient when handling such tasks.

Made from top-grade foam and other high-quality materials, this kneeling mat is designed to provide maximum comfort when dealing with car repair and maintenance activities.

Buy this product for $39.99

Schumacher Electric SL197U Work Light

The work light can also be rotated up to 180 degrees, and it comes with a magnetic mount for better maneuverability when working under the hood.

A versatile lighting tool such as this work light from Schumacher Electric® is guaranteed to make repairs easier一even when it’s late at night.

This rechargeable LED work light has approximately 12 hours of battery life, giving you more than enough time to accomplish your repair and maintenance tasks.

The work light can also be rotated up to 180 degrees, and it comes with a magnetic mount for better maneuverability when working under the hood.

Buy this product for $61.99

OEMTOOLS 25210 Mechanic’s Stethoscope

Made with an aluminum steel listening probe, this mechanics’ stethoscope comes in handy when listening for engine knock, grinding metal parts, and squealing components.

It pays to get some help from neat gadgets like this mechanic’s stethoscope from OEMTOOLS® to pinpoint the root cause of unusual engine noises.

Made with an aluminum steel listening probe, this mechanics’ stethoscope comes in handy when listening for engine knock, grinding metal parts, and squealing components.

The stethoscope is also shockproof and comes with a pair of plastic earphones that shut out outside noise, so you can focus on your vehicle.

Buy this product for $18.49

OEMTOOLS 25941 2 in. Telescoping Inspection Mirror

Tools like this telescoping inspection mirror from OEMTOOLS® provide maximum visibility with its two-inch round mirror and an 18-inch telescoping shaft.

Even the most skilled mechanics need some help when working on a vehicle, especially when it comes to navigating hard-to-reach spaces.

Tools like this telescoping inspection mirror from OEMTOOLS® provide maximum visibility with its two-inch round mirror and an 18-inch telescoping shaft.

Buy this product for $16.49

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Reviewed By Richard McCuistian, ASE Certified Master Automobile Technician

Technical Reviewer at CarParts.com

Richard McCuistian has worked for nearly 50 years in the automotive field as a professional technician, an instructor, and a freelance automotive writer for Motor Age, ACtion magazine, Power Stroke Registry, and others. Richard is ASE certified for more than 30 years in 10 categories, including L1 Advanced Engine Performance and Light Vehicle Diesel.

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