Models: Tara, Christine, and...
Models: Tara, Christine, and a very sweaty Santa Claus
Once again, the season of giving has arrived, and pretty soon our credit cards will be burning up, our bank accounts will go bone dry, and the spot underneath the Christmas Tree (or similar) will be filled with goodies for the loved ones. Throw in the stress of shopping, fighting for a parking spot at the mall, watching the bags explode as you try to stuff all of that junk into the trunk, and you can see why the holiday season is such a joyous time of year!
To help ease the pain and rising blood pressure readings, we made a phone call to the man himself. We got old Saint Nick on the horn, and when we asked him what some of our wrench-turning, race gas ingesting, boost sniffing, gear jamming, power hungry readers would like for the holidays, he promptly hung up the phone, slid behind the wheel of his red Ford GT, and blasted down to MM&FF Command Central with gifts in tow.
We were extremely surprised when Santa barged into our recent edit meeting in full regalia and dumped two big sacks full of really cool gifts on the table. As we sifted through the goodies, he made sure to remind us that for one reason or another, we were all on the bad list, so we couldn't keep anything. "So how do we get off of the bad list?" questioned MM&FF's head honcho Evan Smith. "Oh, I think a six-pack and a free subscription should do," said the jolly one.
So as you sit there by the fireplace, on the john, or somewhere hiding from your better half reading your favorite magazine and checking out these really cool gifts, know that the "eggnog" went down nice, and Santa put Rudolph and the rest of the reindeer on autopilot so he could read his free copy as well. Kick back, relax, and enjoy the offerings we have in store for you this year. Make a list, check it twice, and then overnight it to Santa and the elves. Hopefully you're on his good list!
 You will stop wondering where...  You will stop wondering where your keys have gone when you unwrap the Ford Mustang 3D hanging shelf on Christmas morning. Measuring just over 20 inches, the shelf is made of durable poly-resin, and comes painted and detailed to look like the front end of a classic '65 Mustang. If you still want to lose your keys, then feel free to put a couple of your favorite die-casts on the shelf. Either way, tell your better half to make sure Santa opens up the wallet to the tune of $59.99 and has it there for you on Christmas morning. California Car CoveR; 800/423-5525; www.calcarcover.com |  Okay, so it's the dead of...  Okay, so it's the dead of winter, but summer will soon be coming up, and wouldn't this Ford tabletop neon sign look really nice on the drink table on the pool deck? We sure thought so! The neon sign is perfect for a desktop, tabletop, display case, mantel, or bar, and features a rocker-style on/off switch and a wide base for steadiness. The sign retails for $54.99. California Car Cover; 800/423-5525; www.calcarcover.com |  Why only put one hat on your...  Why only put one hat on your Christmas list. Put them all on! Thanks to Holley, you can choose from different style NOS, Hooker, Holley, Weiand (pictured), and Earl's hats. All of the hats feature an adjustable back, and all will set you back $13.95. Holley Performance Products; 270/781-9741; www.holley.com |
 Imagine building your own...  Imagine building your own customized car. Sure, we all do that with our big cars, but what if you could build a car for your brother or son and have it under the tree? Think of it like a Mustang version of Build-A-Bear. Thanks to Ridemakerz, that's now possible. Instead of building a painstaking plastic model, you can build a Mustang custom-tailored to your preferences, from The Fast and The Furious wannabe vibrant green S197, to the flat-black one seen later on. You can even turn them into a remote control car. Prices range from $12-$25, not including accessories. Ridemakerz; 866/58-RIDEZ; www.ridemakerz.com |  Show off your allegiance to...  Show off your allegiance to the Blue Oval with a Blue Oval toolbox. Made of sturdy 2-gauge steel, the toolbox showcases a tough powdercoated finish and plenty of storage for handtools and detailing supplies. Grab your credit card and pick one up. Surely you can explain the $99.99 bill to the missus. California Car Cover; 800/423-5525; www.calcarcover.com |  Make engine noises and pretend...  Make engine noises and pretend you're driving when at work with GMP's Shelby GT-350 1:6-scale dashboard. Featuring an optional business card holder, model identification plaque, realistic switches, turn-signal detents, and more, the dash is perfect for closing your eyes when the boss comes in and dreaming of being behind the wheel at Sebring. GMP Diecast; 800/536-1637; www.gmpdiecast.com |