Getting Serviced
The Bite
Need someone to check your fluid levels? (We're talking about your car, hussy.) SOMA's woman-owned and -operated Luscious Garage plies its trade almost exclusively on hybrids, in a space that's much more welcoming than your typical greasemonkey hangout (well, unless your current mechanic keeps the floors spotless and hangs plants all over the garage). You can book appointments, order services, and pay online, adding convenience while subtracting paper, and Luscious's use of re-refined motor oil saves gallons of precious petroleum. To boot, its homemade vinegar-based wiper fluid keeps our windows squeaky clean...even when our minds aren't.
Wanna Try?
Luscious Garage, 459 Clementina St. at Sixth St. (415-875-9030). The Vitals (includes oil change, tire and brake check, and a host of other minor maintenance), $110.
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