If you're anything like me, you tend to put off Christmas shopping until the last moment. I think it's the hassle that bothers us most, which is why the Web is such a wonderful resource. You can order a gift without leaving your chair and have it delivered promptly, albeit without the wrappings most of us would avoid if we just had an excuse. Of course, you still have to make choices, so if you're buying a gift for a car enthusiast I can offer something that will help: videos and DVDs of car movies.

It comes from my About Classic Cars site so obviously these Top Ten films go back a few years but every one of them is thoroughly enjoyable. Some focus on a specific automobile while in others the car is a prop, albeit a fascinating and often elegant prop. This list was naturally subjective but I guarantee you'll spot a personal favorite and may even be tempted to order two, including one for yourself. Try Bullitt for the best chase scenes, Tucker for the best film about a car, Duel for the scariest.