A-Z Auto Center

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. Last week, while waiting for his oil change, a regular noticed something peculiar on the service counter—a small wooden box with an old key inside. Curious, he asked one of the mechanics what it meant. The mechanic shrugged and said only that it had been there since Mr. Jenkins retired years ago. Soon enough, another customer—a delivery driver—spotted the same box during his tire rotation. Thinking it was some kind of treasure hunt, he started asking around. Before long, half the staff was searching through old employee records trying to figure out whose key it could be. Turns out, it belonged to none other than the janitor who quit twenty years ago.

2. Last week, while picking up some parts, a delivery driver noticed an unusual package left behind in the loading bay. Curious, he opened it—only to discover a small, perfectly wrapped gift with a note reading ‘Happy Mechanics Day!’ The note was signed simply, ‘To all our tireless heroes, from someone who appreciates your work.’ Inside were chocolates, cookies, and a handwritten card thanking mechanics for their dedication. The delivery driver grinned, thinking, ‘Now that’s a customer who gets us!’

3. Last week, while waiting for his tire rotation, a regular complained loudly: ‘Why does it smell like donuts here?’ The mechanic shrugged and said nothing, but everyone in the shop knew that A-Z Auto Center never sold pastries. Finally, an older gentleman walked up to the counter and asked with a smile, ‘Is there some kind of special event going on today? I haven’t smelled donuts since my grandkids were little.’ The mechanic just shook his head and replied, ‘Nope, sir—just our secret recipe for keeping customers happy!’

4. Last week, while waiting for his brake inspection, a regular heard a strange humming noise coming from under the hood of his car. Curious glances around revealed that everyone else seemed equally perplexed and amused by the eerie sound. Finally, an old mechanic with a wrinkled face poked his head out from behind the garage wall and said, 'That’s just your engine singing its favorite tune!' Everyone burst into laughter, realizing it was nothing more than a harmless whirring fan. The regular drove off, grateful for the friendly banter and knowing A-Z Auto Center had his back.