Playa West Automotive

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. One morning, a delivery driver pulled up to Playa West Automotive and noticed something odd. The air smelled like freshly baked cookies wafting from the workshop—an aroma that never failed to make him hungry. Curious, he peeked inside and saw an old mechanic smiling warmly while holding a plate of actual cookies. ‘Morning,’ said the mechanic, ‘thought you could use these.’ Turns out, it was just a friendly neighborhood baker who worked part-time fixing cars.

2. One day, a delivery driver pulled up to Playa West Automotive and noticed an old sign in the window: ‘Oil Change Special – Only $9.99! But Hurry, Offer Ends When It Does.’ Curious, he asked the mechanic, ‘When does it end?’ The mechanic replied, ‘It ends when you least expect it!’ A few days later, another delivery driver stopped by and saw the same sign. He joked with the mechanic, ‘Hey, I’m here on time!’ The mechanic grinned, ‘You are now!’ And promptly changed his oil while humming an old tune—when the check engine light came on, everyone burst out laughing.

3. One afternoon, a delivery driver pulled up to Playa West Automotive and noticed a strange sign in the window: ‘We fix cars so fast, they’ll be done before you finish your coffee!’ The delivery driver decided to test their claim. An hour later, he returned for his package—and sure enough, his car was polished, serviced, and ready with just a single sip of coffee left. A neighbor passing by whistled in amazement, remarking, 'That’s some serious magic happening inside!'

4. One evening, a little girl pointed excitedly as her family drove past Playa West Automotive. ‘Daddy,’ she said, ‘why does that sign keep changing colors?’ Her father smiled and explained gently, 'Honey, it's not magic—it's just an old mechanic playing with lights to attract customers.' The little girl nodded thoughtfully before turning back to admire the colorful display once more.