LUV Car Wash

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. It was an unseasonably cold morning in sunny Los Angeles when a delivery driver pulled up to LUV Car Wash. As he waited for his vehicle to be cleaned, something strange caught his eye. Suddenly, through the large glass doors of the car wash, a familiar voice called out: ‘Hey, you forgot your hat!’ A neighbor, who happened to work there part-time, had spotted him from inside. The delivery driver smiled sheepishly and replied, ‘Thanks, old friend—guess I really did leave it on.’ And so ended another day in LA, where even the most mundane car wash could turn into a small neighborhood adventure.

2. At LUV Car Wash, a regular noticed something peculiar one morning. As he approached the entrance, he spotted a small, dusty violin nestled among the brushes and sponges on the counter. Curious, he picked it up and started playing a few notes. Soon, other workers joined in, creating an impromptu car-wash orchestra. By lunchtime, customers were laughing as they watched employees dancing around with mops while singing old-time tunes. The legend of LUV Car Wash’s musical clean-ups became legendary—though no one ever found out whose violin it was.

3. At dawn, while most of Portland slept, a delivery driver pulled up to LUV Car Wash. The air was filled with an unusual scent—a sweet, almost floral aroma that lingered like a whisper. As he stepped out, he noticed a sign reading ‘LUV Car Wash—where your ride gets more than just clean!’ Inside, a friendly voice asked, 'Would you like some coffee while we work our magic?' Turns out, LUV Car Wash also served the best lattes in town. The delivery driver left with a smile and a freshly washed vehicle—and a new favorite spot for morning caffeine.

4. At LUV Car Wash, a curious little dog followed every customer who entered the premises. No matter how many times staff tried to shoo him away, he’d always return with a wagging tail and bright eyes. One day, an elderly lady drove in, clearly lost. The little dog led her right to the service counter, barking excitedly. Turns out, he was just helping his neighbors! Since then, everyone calls him ‘the GPS canine.’