Valvoline Instant Oil Change

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. One morning, a delivery driver pulled up to Valvoline Instant Oil Change and asked the mechanic: ‘Do you ever see ghostly figures in here?’ The mechanic laughed it off, but soon enough, other employees started reporting strange shadows darting between cars. Soon enough, even customers began noticing these mysterious shapes. One day, an old lady asked the mechanic, ‘Is that why your oil changes take so long? Checking for ghosts, are ya?’ Everyone burst out laughing, realizing it was just another urban legend—until someone spotted a mischievous tabby cat hiding behind the tires.

2. One day, while waiting for an oil change, a regular noticed something odd on the shop’s intercom: ‘Attention all drivers—your engine is singing a different tune today! Please pull in for a free tune-up.’ Soon enough, everyone started pulling in for their 'free' tune-ups. A delivery driver even claimed his engine was playing ‘Happy Birthday’ every time he accelerated. The mechanic smiled and said, 'Happy birthday to you too!' It turned out it was just Valvoline's way of making customers feel special.

3. Late one night, a delivery driver pulled up to Valvoline Instant Oil Change and reported hearing strange music coming from inside the shop. The sound of old-time jazz filled the air, echoing through the empty streets. As they approached, an old man in overalls emerged from the workshop, humming along with the tune. He invited the delivery driver for a cup of coffee, and soon enough, neighbors stopped by too, drawn by the music. Turned out, it was just an evening tradition—a friendly mechanic playing his favorite records while fixing cars.

4. Late one night, a delivery driver pulled up to Valvoline Instant Oil Change and said, ‘I’ve never seen so many cars here at midnight.’ The mechanic shrugged and replied, ‘It’s not what you see inside that matters…’ Inside, he saw only mechanics working diligently under bright lights. The delivery driver asked curiously, ‘What kind of oil do you use here?’ The mechanic grinned, ‘The same kind we use for our late-night poker games—extra virgin!’