The best tool deals

Save some precious cash on your next tool set

A selection of tool deals on a a purple backdrop

by Aaron Hussain |
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At the colder points of the year, you will often see some of the best tool deals lurking across the internet. This is great news for those who fancy a new car tool kit. There are some very good reasons for slight or even drastic reductions in price.

Part of it comes down to achieving company targets. Toolmakers want to clear their stock before January. This is so sales achievements can be reached and growth is ensured. Car manufacturers act similarly too. Especially in regard to EVs since the EU set percentage targets for the number of electric vehicles sold by that manufacturer.

Production ramps up towards the busiest time of the year, and there are deals to be had. From power tools to precision screwdriver sets, there is always endless tools to choose from, depending on the jobs you've tasked yourself.

The best tool deals at a glance:

Editor's pick: Draper Square Drive Ratchet Torque Wrench - buy from Amazon.
Best large socket set deal: Workpro 108-Piece Socket Set - buy from Amazon.
Best rotary tool deal: Worx 8V Cordless Rotary Tool - buy from Amazon.

It's just as well that tool deals are out there during the Autumn and Winter. More often than not, it's better to tackle the waiting list of jobs for your car before the spring comes back. This may range from whipping out a spanner to replace a few bolt-on parts to replacing the head gasket. That way, you will have ironed out the ongoing issues and be ready to enjoy the sun in all it's glory.

Editor's pick

best tool dealsVia Draper
Price: $31.18 was £49.62

When it comes to precision tools that provide some sweet satisfaction, few really come close to the fabled torque wrench. Used to check and adjust the tightening torque of screws, nuts and bolts, it applies a specific torque to these items and ensures accuracy and safety of the components.

Draper's black 3/8 inch torque wrench has a clear gauge on the outside where you can choose the amount of torque in both Nm and in-lb. The minimum and maximum level of torque is 10-80Nm.

Pros

  • Vital for ensuring bolts, nuts and screws are fastened properly
  • Great quality materials and easy to read

Cons

  • Tool takes a bit of getting used to at first

Best small screwdriver set deal

best tool dealsVia Draper
Price: $36.98 was £69.00

A total of 18 pieces is included in this neat little screwdriver set. You get a range of plain slot, cross slot, PZ, and Star type screwdrivers in one compact little wallet along with a couple of handles that help with grip.

These are more than ideal for precision jobs involving bits of trim, car accessories, or even circuit boards if the jobs are a bit more technical. Unfortunately, they're not magnetic which might make things a little fiddly.

Pros

  • Comprehensive little set
  • Great quality materials

Cons

  • Not magnetic

Best starter socket set deal

best tool dealsVia Draper
Price: $23.53 was £44.59

An ideal starter set for someone who needs a simple set of sockets, Draper offer this wonderful socket set complete with a ratchet, various screws. Oh, and not to mention sockets ranging from 4-14mm.

It even comes with an extension bar in case the bolt you need to access is a little further away. A spinner handle is also included as well as a universal joint. This is a perfect gift for someone looking to, say, get into working on their classic car and have just started the hobby.

Pros

  • Very complete tool kit
  • Extension bar is useful for digging into engine bays

Cons

  • More socket sizes would be preferable

best large socket set deal

best tool dealsVia Workpro
Price: £59.99 was £79.99

Pound for pound, Workpro's 108-Piece socket set is one of the most comprehensive on the marketplace. There's little you can fault with it, given how much stuff you have included - especially when on offer.

You get two quick release ratchet handles (1/4" and 1/2") as well as a plethora of sockets (Short and Deep Hex) and screws on reserve.

Pros

  • Comprehensive socket set
  • Two ratchet handles included

Cons

  • Extension bars aren't as long as they could be

Best professional socket set deal

best tool dealsVia Workpro
Price: £101.99 was £119.99

For a little bit extra, you can upgrade your tool kit game to this. Workpro also offer this immensely well-equipped 172-piece socket set which has pretty much everything a professional needs apart from a set of ring spanners.

Three ratchets are included this time as well as an army of sockets and screws ready for almost any job needed for your car. You even get three spark plug sockets that are 1/2" 16mm, 1/2" 21mm, and 3/8" 21mm.

Pros

  • An endless supply of sockets and screws
  • Perfect for almost any car job

Cons

  • The 108-piece set is better value

Best ring spanner deal

best tool dealsVia Duratech
Price: £21.99 was £23.99

Ring spanners are essential tools when beginning to work on your own car. There are many out there that range in price and quality, and Duratech strike the wonderful middle ground of being a great quality set without breaking the bank.

This simple 5-piece set ranges from 6-21mm which should be enough to tackle most simple jobs under the bonnet or anywhere within your car. These ones are designed with a 25-degree offset angle which should deal nicely with bolts on completely flat surfaces or within crevices.

Pros

  • Great range in sizes
  • Good quality spanners

Cons

  • More can always be offered

The best rotary tool deal

best tool dealsVia Worx
Price: £39.99 was £53.99

Ideal for smaller, finer detailing jobs, or a perfect tool if you do a bit of modelling, Worx offers this charming little USB-charging 8V rotary tool which comes with a number of fine attachments.

These include a wire brush, small drill bit, a felt rod core, milling cutters, and even a set of cutting blades. The tool runs from 5,000 to 28,000rpm and has five different speed settings.

Pros

  • Perfect for finer jobs
  • Comes with some useful accessories

Cons

  • It is a niche product

Best coolant testing kit deal

best tool dealsVia Dayuan

Rrp: $87.50

Price: $82.95

A lot of us might have found ourselves in a situation where a car is leaking coolant, but we simply cannot diagnose where from. This kit can help us determine if there is a leak somewhere in the engine, and where leaks are coming from.

The kit is also designed to detect internal engine leaks caused by blown head gaskets and cracks in the block and head. You test it by finding the suitable adaptor for your engine, connecting the pressure adaptor, and pumping pressure between 10-15psi. If the pressure gauge moves, you have a leak.

Pros

  • Useful for finding coolant leaks in your car
  • Can potentially save on garage costs

Cons

  • Test caps won't fit every car

How can I determine what the best tool deals are?

That all depends on what jobs you have in mind for your vehicle. You could be after a simple socket set or a comprehensive tool kit. If you fancy a fresh tool kit and don't want to break the bank, then one of the tempting deals by Workpro or Draper will be for you.

But for more precision jobs, the Worx Rotary set is a fabulous option for little refurbs. Things like trim on your interior or detailing small parts will benefit massively from that kit. Draper even produce a wonderful precision screwdriver set, which we put to the test.

However, testing kits are also big money savers if you utilise them correctly. The coolant testing kit can save you thousands. That is if you're able to diagnose exactly where a leak is coming from in your engine bay. Once you've ironed out any leaks, you could think about getting a foldable funnel we tested to top up your engine fluids again.

Aaron Hussain is a commercial content writer at Bauer Media writing for Parkers and CAR. He is obsessed with classic cars and anything with a fascinating story to tell.

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