NAPA AutoCare Center

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. One morning, an old man parked his car for routine maintenance and noticed something odd on the workshop counter—a small wooden box wrapped in brown paper. Curious, he opened it to find handwritten notes inside, each with a simple message like 'Drive carefully today' or 'Your engine will purr.' Now every visit brings him hope that someone left another note. One day, a delivery driver dropped off a package addressed to ‘the next customer.’ Inside was a note reading, ‘Don’t forget to check your tire pressure!’ The old man laughed, realizing these weren’t just random messages but clever reminders from fellow mechanics who knew how much he loved his car.

2. One day, a little girl walked into NAPA AutoCare Center with her dad. As she approached the counter, she pointed excitedly at a large toolbox and asked, ‘Daddy, what’s that thing for?’ Her father smiled down at her and replied, 'That's our friend, Mr. Wrench, who helps fix cars.' The mechanic overheard them and chuckled, saying, 'And don't forget, ma'am, I can also help you find your lost toys!' The little girl giggled, realizing she'd left her favorite doll in the waiting room.

3. One afternoon, a delivery driver pulled up to the NAPA AutoCare Center. His dog, usually quiet in the car, started barking wildly as soon as they approached the entrance. The mechanic looked perplexed but smiled and said, 'Well, I guess your pooch doesn't like our greasy floors!' The driver chuckled, scratched his head, and walked inside with his laughing dog still leading the way. Turns out, the dog was just excited for some treats from the friendly receptionist.

4. Early one foggy morning, a mechanic at NAPA AutoCare Center heard a strange noise coming from under the hood of a vintage car. Curious, he peered inside and found an old canary singing its heart out from beneath the dashboard. Turns out, the bird had flown in through an open window during a recent delivery. The mechanic gently removed the tiny singer, returned him to his cage, and sent the owner on their way with a free tune-up—all thanks to that early-morning serenade.