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Unread 01-24-2018, 10:00 PM   #10
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Originally Posted by Eugen View Post
Interesting story; thanks for sharing.

I've noticed Marvel Mystery oil on the shelf of auto parts stores since the mid-60s, but never felt the inclination to ever buy it. I don't think I could ever get past the name. Nothing rings of snake oil more than the words "Marvel" or "Mystery " in the name. Well, unless it was preceded with some doctor's name like, "Dr. Tinker's Marvel Mystery oil". Now wouldn't that be a fun name?

All joking aside, I just have never bought a can/quart and have always wondered about it.
I never found a need for it either! Cool can though.

Motor Honey and STP -yes- when my cars were old enough to smoke! The thick stuff ran through a little slower.
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