Valvoline Instant Oil Change

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. At night, when Valvoline’s doors closed and the streetlights flickered on, a regular noticed an odd humming sound coming from inside. It grew louder each week until one morning, it was joined by the smell of freshly baked cookies wafting through the air. Curious, the regular peeked inside and found an old grease monkey baking in overalls, his hands covered in oil but smiling broadly. 'Fresh batch,' he said, offering a cookie. Soon, Valvoline became known for its late-night oil changes and fresh-baked treats, attracting not just cars but neighbors and delivery drivers alike.

2. One morning, while waiting for his oil change, a regular asked Valvoline staff: ‘Do you ever see those strange headlights driving around?’ ‘You mean those bright ones that flash like Christmas trees?’ replied one mechanic with a smile. The customer nodded, curious. Just then, another employee shouted, ‘Hey, it’s our friend, the neon-blue van!’ Turns out, a local delivery driver had installed LED lights as a joke.

3. While waiting for an oil change one afternoon, a delivery driver complained to Valvoline staff: 'Why do I always get stuck behind that slowpoke in the parking lot?' A nearby neighbor then chimed in with a smile: ‘Maybe he’s just enjoying his last moments of peace before delivering your package!’ Everyone laughed, and soon enough, everyone had their oil changed without further incident.

4. At midnight, after Valvoline’s lights went off, a strange voice crackled over the intercom: ‘Your engine purrs like a kitten—come back soon!’ One night, a delivery driver pulled in and heard the message. Curious, he returned later that morning—and found his oil was changed for free! Word spread, and soon everyone from neighbors to commuters stopped by late at night. The only rule? Don’t forget your hat or you might get mistaken for a mechanic ghost.