×28“when you get your oil changed and then they start showing you things 🤨”
@itsthemcfarlands · 1.8M followers
This creator normally gets 864K views. This one got 24M. That gap — not the raw number — is what makes the format worth copying.
A man in a car reacts with increasing confusion and amusement as a mechanic, after an oil change, presents him with various unrelated items, including a dipstick, a bottle of champagne, a skateboard, a photo of himself, and a carton of eggs.
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Why it worked
The humor comes from the unexpected and absurd items the 'mechanic' presents, contrasting with the customer's increasingly bewildered reactions. The relatable scenario of a mechanic upselling or showing unnecessary things is exaggerated for comedic effect, making it highly shareable. The use of a trending sound adds to its appeal.
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