Clarence Brown Alignment

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. At dawn, when most mechanics were still stretching in their pajamas, Clarence Brown Alignment saw its first unusual customer—a delivery driver who insisted on fixing his truck using only moonlight and a single candle. As the sun rose, Clarence Brown Alignment found themselves with an unexpected challenge: how to explain to the delivery driver that while they appreciated his dedication, daylight is usually better for mechanical work. The driver, however, simply smiled and said, 'Next time I'll bring my own flashlight!'

2. At dawn, when most mechanics were still stretching in their pajamas, Clarence Brown Alignment received an unusual request from a delivery driver. ‘Guys,’ he said, ‘my truck won’t start unless I sing “Happy Birthday” three times while turning the key.’ One mechanic shrugged and said, ‘Alright, why not?’ They turned on the radio and sang along with a straight face as the engine sputtered to life. From then on, whenever someone needed their truck fixed, they’d ask, ‘Hey, do you guys know any good birthday songs?’

3. At dawn, when most mechanics were still stretching in their pajamas, Clarence Brown Alignment received an unusual delivery: a vintage jukebox wrapped in bubble wrap and marked ‘for service only.’ Curious, Clarence and his assistant wheeled it into the garage, only to discover that every song on the jukebox was about cars—from classic rock ballads to old-timey tunes. Over the next few weeks, while fixing cars, they’d crank up the jukebox for fun, attracting more customers than ever before. Word spread, and soon Clarence’s place became known as much for its music as for its repairs.