Everyone has a sweet-spot for at least one Ford. Whether it be the humble Focus or the superb GT, Ford is a popular brand and there are loads of obsessed fans who'd appreciate a nice Ford-themed gift.
So whether they simply have fond memories of their dad's Sierra or have blown £60k turning a tatty Mondeo estate into a Porsche 911 'beater' complete with a dodgy ECU remap and garish bodykit, you can find some thoughtful and tasteful present ideas for the Ford fan in your life.
Personal favourites of mine include the Mk 1 Focus RS and Racing Puma, so if anyone's feeling generous...
Everyone loves Lego no matter what age you are. So what could be better than building one of the most iconic Fords of all time out of plastic bricks? This classic Ford Mustang GT Fastback is made from 1,471 pieces and is customisable. Add a whopping great supercharger, chin spoiler and rear wing to make it a dragster or keep it looking factory-fresh. As part of the LEGO Creator range it's also relatively easy to assemble too.
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The historical significance of the Ford Model T cannot be understated. The car that motorised America they're an automotive icon. While the Model T may have ended production a fair while ago, this pedal version is still in production and is a fantastic way to get young children interested in Fords. The body is made of steel, features real chrome accents, a padded seat and a striking pink paint job.
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Flick through the classifieds and you'll see the once blue-collar XR3i now commands eye-watering prices. Save yourself a fortune and nab a mint miniature one from Vanguards. This 1:43 scale model of Durham's finest will be a welcome gift for any Ford fan. It's great quality and even comes in a nice display case.
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For many, the Sierra RS Cosworth was prime bedroom wall poster material growing up. Upgrade that tatty poster to this smart-looking option and enjoy one of the 1980's most potent sports cars. This poster is available in either A2, A3, A4 or A5 size and can be delivered to you with a choice of frames. Sierra not to your taste? There are a host of other poster available, including some tasty classics and, rather oddly, a 2011 Nissan Cube.
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Fancy a Cosworth-powered cookie? With this cookie cutter you can recreate the Sierra Sapphire Cosworth in biscuit form. While it may lack the sweet turbocharged 2.0-litre engine from the real car, it is handmade from biodegradable eco-friendly plastic. And instead of being a rather tasty performance saloon from the late '80s, it can be used to make very tasty cookies. An ideal gift for someone obsessed with both fast Fords and baking.
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We're big fans of the sixth generation Ford Fiesta ST, the instant classic hot hatch that re-established Ford as king of blue-collar performance cars. If you know someone who's as obsessed as we are then this Fiesta ST t-shirt might make the ideal present. Available in a range of colours and styles, this top features a fancy graphic that shows the front and rear of the Ford Fiesta ST.
Sometimes the simplest gifts are the best, like this simple Ford keyring. Made using black leather and featuring the iconic blue oval logo it'll smarten up the look of any set of car keys.
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One of the most iconic liveries of all time can now be a feature piece of art on your wall. The iconic orange and blue with a simple black line is synonymous with both the Ford GT40 and Gulf Racing. This simplistic artwork pays homage to the livery with an eye-catching and stylish design that'll look great anywhere. You'll need to supply your own frame however.
Ryan Gilmore is the Deputy Autos and Tools Editor for CAR, specialising in car cleaning and hand tools. With an MA in Automotive Journalism, when he's not testing buckets he can be found looking at old Porsches.