My boyfriend likes rusty carparts...what do I get him for valentines day?

So yes, my boyfriend likes things that literally look like they should be taken to the dump--well, maybe the place where they recycle steel.

It's a quality that I don't mind and would like to support on this coming Valentine's day. I think you all will understand.

The problem, like I said--it all looks the same to me, like trash. Until craigslist starts making gift certificates, I just don't know what to get him.

A little help here?

PS-I really am serious, not a joke post. Although I did try to throw some humor in, but I really need help.

a subscription to GRM magazine

Maybe some flea spray and a good berkeley? I don't know.

Grind all the paint off the hood of his car! He will love you more!

lqk (or other local pick-a-part) gift certificate?

hmm, kinda short notice. Perhaps some tools?

What Google search for "rusty car part gifts" brought you to this forum?

EastCoastMojo wrote: Maybe some flea spray and a good berkeley? I don't know.

Did you wash your pain pills down with merlot, by chance?

Show up in the garage (it's that place full of his junk where you never go) and offer to help. Yes, you will get a little dirty.

Wear his coveralls, and something very minimal underneath.

You take it from there.

I've been married 27 years to a non motorhead wife. There is NOTHING she understands about my shop, my dirty stuff, or my interest in being there. But there was one night, long ago... suffice it to say that we strongly considered "Camino" as my daughter's middle name.

It was a "never forget" kind of gift!

miata. (someone has to say it)

fasted58 wrote: a subscription to GRM magazine

This is actually a really good choice.

JoeyM wrote:

fasted58 wrote: a subscription to GRM magazine

This is actually a really good choice.

I'll third that.

if not, put me down for a couple cool paperweights: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mazda-Rx7-13B-engine-rotors-non-turbo-wankel-/120856985662?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item1c23a3403e#ht_500wt_1287

Hungary Bill wrote:

JoeyM wrote:

fasted58 wrote: a subscription to GRM magazine

This is actually a really good choice.

I'll third that. if not, put me down for a couple cool paperweights: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mazda-Rx7-13B-engine-rotors-non-turbo-wankel-/120856985662?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item1c23a3403e#ht_500wt_1287

Gat damn shipping charges.

Also voting GRM subscription.

In reply to JoeyM: Were you saying I should get him a miata? I know he would like that, but...I think I'll go with the subscription. Getting him a miata would take 3/4 of the fun out of it for him.

Thanks, you guys came through!

In reply to Osterkraut: Hey I know what those are--but can't remember what they are called--anyway cool. Our house is a little space challenged and we have lots that can double as a paper weight already, so I'll still stick with the magazine.

Buy a 5 gallon bucket and 3 gallons of vinegar...put said vinegar in the bucket and add some rusty parts.

If not Miata, he would probably be happy with one of those know as H1, H2, or H3...what are those called?

FleaBag wrote: In reply to JoeyM: Were you saying I should get him a miata? I know he would like that, but...I think I'll go with the subscription. Getting him a miata would take 3/4 of the fun out of it for him. Thanks, you guys came through!

There's always a tetanus shot. With a love a rusty parts that could be the gift that keeps giving!

Also, depending on what part of the country a Miata came from (Michigan vs. Florida), it could have plenty of rust.

Don't think you'll go wrong with the subscription though.

jrw1621 wrote: If not Miata, he would probably be happy with one of those know as H1, H2, or H3...what are those called?

I keep telling my wife that too...

Grtechguy wrote:

jrw1621 wrote: If not Miata, he would probably be happy with one of those know as H1, H2, or H3...what are those called?

I keep telling my wife that too...

Yeah a subscription would certainly make me happy.

Maybe he'd enjoy a rusty trombone.

Tickets to the Grand Am race at Indy?and Watkins Glenn? Don't Google Berkley, He don't need one, Look it up on Wikipedia , A berkley is always appreciated.

When he assembles enough rusty parts, whats he do with the resulting vehicle? it meant a hell of a lot to me when my fiancee comitted to trying autox with me, actually meant it and followed through. Even if you don't like it after wards, the trying will be remembered. :)

jrw1621 wrote: If not Miata, he would probably be happy with one of those know as H1, H2, or H3...what are those called?

What you got, use it while while you can.

Make one of these. Goodwill desk lamp + rusty crankshaft from boyfriend's stash =

...or just about anything from here: http://gearheadshirts.com/