If you're a car enthusiast, you know a garage can be so much more than the space to park your car. In fact, wih a little hard work and dedication, your garage can be a place to work, hang out and showcase your vehicles. Whether you're in the planning stages or just daydreaming about the future, here are eight elements of the ultimate car lover's garage.

1. Car Lift

Every DIY mechanic would love a two- or four-post car lift that would allow them to not only work on the undercarriage of their vehicle, but also provide a means to double their overall parking space. Now, if your garage has a low-ceiling, a mid-rise scissor lift will be able to raise your vehicle three feet off the ground, allowing you to still work safely underneath. Shop for home garage lifts on websites like HoistNow.com, which features a best-rated four-post lift called the TRIUMPH NSS-8 and a top mid-rise scissor dubbed the BendPak MD-6XP.

2.  Custom Flooring

Make your garage more inviting and the flooring more durable with an epoxy/polyaspartic coating, which comes in a variety of colors. These types of floors are stain resistant, easy to clean and more resilient than concrete alone. Plus, you'll help ensure your garage floor remains in quality shape for years to come, while being the envy of all your neighbors.

3. Lounge

If you're building your dream garage, it should definitely be a place where you want to hang out. So why not make it comfortable and relaxing? With that in mind, you may decide to add a lounge area with seating, entertainment center and kitchenette, which will make it a place you and your car-loving buddies will want to spend some quality time together. In need of some inspiration? Steal some ideas from Housely.com's envy-worthy photos of 20 cool living spaces inside garages.

4. Tools, Tools and More Tools

If tinkering on cars and trucks is your favorite hobby, then you need a garage equipped with all the best tools. Stock your garage with everything from sockets and wrenches to a large-capacity compressor. For inspiration, check out Complex.com a list of 25 tools for gearheads.

5. Storage Cabinets

Of course, with all the tools, supplies and spare parts you have on hand, you'll need to install custom storage cabinets to house it all. Investing in a storage system will allow you to organize your tools so you can easily find what you need for any project before closing the doors to eliminate clutter. Get ideas for organization and shop for garage cabinets at Lowes.com.

6. Overhead Storage

If you're partial to off-roading or racing, you may want to always keep a spare set of high-quality tires on hand for your vehicles. You can shop for great brands like Firestone at online retailers like TireBuyer.com. Don't think you have enough ample space to house your tires? You can easily store your tires and other bulky items in overhead storage racks.

7. Lighting

Whether you're working on your cars or just admiring them up close, you may want to install a proper lighting scheme. Consider bright general lighting, as well as some task lighting to highlight your work and lounging areas and to display your vehicles. If you're ready to get a bit more creative, look for ideas on HGTV's list of 10 Garage Lighting Ideas.

8. Bathroom

Installing a full bathroom in your garage will give you a place to clean up after a long day under the lift, and it will let you get back to work (or watch the big game) more quickly when nature calls. If your garage is not set up for a bathroom, before you dive in, read this HGTV article on garage plumbing basics.