The best gifts for an F1 fan in 2021

Christmas is fast approaching, and with it the traditional hunt for gifts. If one of your loved ones has taken advantage of this exceptional 2021 season to develop a passion for Formula 1, our editorial team has selected a series of gift ideas for men, women, and children to slip under the Christmas tree.

For those looking for the perfect gift for a Formula 1 enthusiast, the market offers items for all budgets, from small trinkets to high-end souvenirs. Below is a guide to the different options, categorized by price range, so you can find the gift that suits both the fan's passion and your budget.

Under $10 – Posters and prints – The Afficherie website offers a selection of original F1 posters, many of which feature memorable quotes, such as those by Julien Fébreau. They are a classic and affordable option for decorating your walls.
– 3D-printed miniature tracks – Etsy sellers offer tiny replicas of tracks that can be printed on a home 3D printer. For example, a small-scale F1 track can be purchased for less than €10, ideal for displaying on a desk.

$10 to $30 – Miniature models – Mini-Champs produces detailed scale items, from Pierre Gasly's 2021 helmet in 1:8 scale to Charles Leclerc's Ferrari SF21 model in 1:43 scale.
– Wooden track replicas – A handmade wooden Interlagos track is available on Etsy for €23, perfect for adding a decorative touch. – Pirelli-style keyring – A tire-shaped keyring (available on Etsy) adds a subtle touch of motor racing to your everyday keys. – Front pages of L'Équipe – Collectors appreciate the front pages of the newspaper following landmark races – Hamilton's seventh title, Gasly's victory, Ocon's triumph, etc. Newspapers are published on Mondays; if you miss the newsstand, you can order a copy directly from L'Équipe for less than $10 within two months of its release. After that, the same pages sell for over €30 on the newspaper's website.
– Photographic prints – FanF1 photographers (Vincent Guignet, Laurent Lefebvre, Guillaume Perez) sell limited edition prints taken during test days and Grand Prix weekends. – Team flags – Official flags of current F1 teams are easy to ship and display.

$35-$60 – 2022 Neon Lamp – A 3D lamp that glows in sixteen different colors adds a modern F1 touch to any room. – Alpine season book – The book “Inside Alpine 2021” offers a detailed look at the French team's campaign. – Driver caps and clothing – Caps for all teams and drivers are available from the teams' official stores and French retailer Headict. $50 to $100 – F1 video game – The latest F1 2021 title for PC or consoles lets fans experience the race from home.
– Illustrated books – Discover the official history of Formula 1 by Maurice Hamilton, the chronicle of 50 years of Ferrari by Jean-Louis Moncet and Peter Nygaard, or the collection of 70 years of Ferrari by Nygaard. – F1 TV Pro subscription – For $70 per year, subscribers get access to live streaming of all Grand Prix races, practice sessions, and onboard data, all via the official F1 platform. – Tickets for the Historic French Grand Prix – This three-day historic event (June 17-19, 2022) features rare cars from the early decades of the sport; tickets are sold on the French Grand Prix website.

Over $100 – High-end steering wheels – A Trustmaster steering wheel for Xbox costs €209, while an officially licensed Ferrari replica is available at a similar price for racing simulation enthusiasts. – Canal+ subscription – As the official broadcaster of F1 in France, Canal+ guarantees live coverage for years to come. – Helmet replicas – Custom-painted driver helmets can be ordered from CM Helmets; with 1:1 scale, road-legal versions available from €500. – Full French Grand Prix experience throughout the weekend – Standing tickets for all three days are available from €160, offering fans the chance to soak up the atmosphere of the 2022 French Grand Prix. The paddock pass: this is an event service managed by Formula 1 that combines everything you need – airport transfers, hotel accommodation, Grand Prix admission, and access to the F1 paddock – in a single package. Find out more here, but be prepared to pay a hefty sum.

An F1, F3 or Formula Renault driving course

Over €1,000

Parts from a real F1 car that has been in a race or an accident: F1 Authentics sells authentic Formula 1 components that have been used in real Grand Prix races, offering them for auction.

A racing simulation cockpit: Racing simulation is booming, making a fully equipped cockpit an ideal gift, whether for a colleague's farewell party, a friend's 18th birthday, or a treat for your own child. You can browse a range of options online, such as this Recaro cockpit on the Oreca website.