{"content":[{"text":"The creative juices of American entrepreneurship have launched a new business model that \n many people are not aware of. This pent up demand is finally being met by do-it-yourself auto \n shops. At shops like Rent-A-Lift in Phoenix , you can rent by the hour, day, or month. You bring \n your own tools and do all the work yourself. You sign a liability waiver, and then pay for the \n amount of time you use. In some DIY auto shops, you simply rent a bay. In others, there are \n tools and equipment available for rent, fancy lounges, and other services available. There is \n even a booking app that has sprung up called GarageTime that lists standalone DIY shops, \n automotive shops that will let you rent one of their bays, and even people that have their own \n private garages available for rent. Internet-enabled apps and websites like YourMechanic allow \n independent car repairmen to come to your home or office to repair your vehicle at prices below \n what the dealers charge. If they had easy access to a lift and more equipment or machines, they \n could do far more repairs. Think about salon suites. They can rent a salon suite with just 1 chair \n for a monthly fee. You could have virtual auto repair shop, virtual car paint shops, virtual car \n vinyl wrap shops, etc. From an investment standpoint, there are many different ways to \n approach this market. You could own an auto building and rent out the bays yourself. This \n could be a way to land bank a valuable redevelopment site by leasing space on a monthly basis \n until it is time to tear the building down for a higher and better use. Or a way to monetize \n unused space in a large warehouse. There is no doubt that there will be will see many variations \n of the DIY concept rolling out in the next few years. Skip to content. Show Threads Show Posts. \n Go to Page Please register to participate in our discussions with 2 million other members - it's \n free and quick! Some forums can only be seen by registered members. View detailed profile \n Advanced or search site with Search Forums Advanced. Hi folks, I live in an apartment complex. \n I've been looking for a shop that will allow me to do my own vehicle maintenance really just oil \n changes. I heard that there used to be a place in Sterling, but it looks like it's no longer in \n business. Does anyone know of any other places? Community college auto shop? High school \n auto shop? Also, I don't have access to military bases. Taking it to the stealership will make a \n major hurtin' even more major. Fuel filters are pretty close to the same hurtin'. Easy to do \n myself, would rather pocket the labor. I don't know of businesses, but not a single friend with a \n driveway? For just an oil change you could probably get away with using a Mityvac or similar in \n the parking lot. Finding a friend with a driveway would be a better idea though. I changed all my \n fluids and replaced a rusted exhaust pipe in an apartment complex parking lot in Ashburn when \n I lived at the apartment. It helped to work early in the morning and not make a mess. Probably \n has lots to do with insurance, liability and lawyers in the area. Seemed to be pretty popular out \n west though. I used to do my oil changes in empty parking garages or lots, usually in a spot out \n of the way, even better if other cars are parked long term near me which helps shield some the \n of attention. Never had a problem, though your mileage heh might vary. With a truck, it should \n be pretty easy since you don't have to jack the car or use ramps for the oil change and most \n other work. Old Town FFX. I have garage access not my garage, but a friend in Fairfax, off \n Braddock and Waples Mill. Feel free to PM me if you want to set something up. Thanks for the \n input folks! Old Town FFX, thank you for for the offer. Fairfax is close! I will be certain to ping \n you. Quincy P. Unit i Chantilly, Virginia I did take my truck there and was very happy with the \n lift, they got water and coffee on the house while you are renting the lift. Buddy of mine brought \n his boxter and he liked the place as well. Originally Posted by Pie. Please register to post and \n access all features of our very popular forum. It is free and quick. Additional giveaways are \n planned. Detailed information about all U. Posting Quick Reply - Please Wait. User-defined \n colors Preset color patterns. Opacity: Opacity. Most recent value. Based on data. Search this \n Thread Advanced Search. View detailed profiles of: Chantilly, Virginia. Fairfax, Virginia. User \n Name. Remember Me. Advanced Search. View detailed profile Advanced or search site with. \n Search Forums Advanced. Advertisements Hi folks, I live in an apartment complex. Location: \n Self explanatory 12, posts, read 5,, times Reputation: Location: Herndon, VA 3 posts, read 5, \n times Reputation: Quote: Originally Posted by Pie park at west falls church metro parking \n garage, upper floors? City-Data Forum Message. Cancel Changes. Quick Reply. Since we \n opened in , we strive to provide the best facility and the best customer service as demonstrated \n by over 5-star reviews from happy customers. A lift rental makes it easy to get under your \n vehicle without crawling under jack stands or sliding across a dirty floor. Your back will thank \n you later! Skip the mechanic mark-up and save money by doing the repair yourself. Your wallet \n will thank you later. Whether you have a quick question, need a second opinion, or don't know \n where to start, our friendly expert mechanics provide advice so that you can be confident. The \n bright, open garage, clean rental bays are ready to use at the start of every rental. Be Your Own \n Mechanic. Book Now. Hours: 9am to 9pm Last car in at pm Closed Wednesdays. Lift Rental. \n Every Bay Has a Lift. Experts on Hand to Answer Questions. Oil Changes. Wheel Changes. \n Always on a Lift. Most Booked. Stew's Self Service Garage. Thomas Littlejohn. Came to do a","bbox":{"left":0.050964,"top":0.031288,"width":0.8968229999999999,"height":0.894159}}],"images_bbox":[],"images_bbox_not_text_overlap":[]}