Summary:
Mechanics work in dangerous conditions with toxic substances and heavy equipment, often facing surprises when a car enters their bay. At Genuine Automotive & Diesel in Austin, Texas, a group of mechanics shared some of the weirdest things they’ve encountered on the job.
Keith, caught mid-repair, declined to share his story on camera, suggesting it was too disturbing. Seth recalled a customer who was eating peanut butter with a crescent wrench—an image that stuck with him for all the wrong reasons.
Animal encounters are unfortunately common in the profession. Zion found multiple rat nests inside a vehicle’s cab, and the customer didn’t seem fazed by the odor. Tony shared an even more unsettling experience: discovering a maggot-filled dead raccoon inside the engine bay of an old Ford.
Other mechanics chimed in through online comments. One recalled diagnosing an ABS warning light, only to find a loaded 9mm magazine under the seat, tangled in wires. Another discovered a dime bag of drugs hidden in the headliner of a rental car while performing paintless dent repair (PDR).
Some finds were bizarre and mildly horrifying. A viewer remembered uncovering dirty underwear wrapped around a wheel lock in the glove box. The customer was mortified, having forgotten they were there.
These anecdotes highlight the unpredictable, often unpleasant, nature of a mechanic’s work. Beyond the grease and wrenches, they encounter elements of human behavior most people never see—whether it’s poor hygiene, illegal activity, or unexpected encounters with wildlife. These behind-the-scenes stories show that for every odd sound under the hood, there might be something even stranger waiting inside the car.
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