Not Sure I Want to Call Mobile Dent Repair to Fix My Dents

Aiden Starling

Updated Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

In a world where first impressions are everything, it’s vital for businesses to present themselves in the best possible light. A recent image circulating on Reddit has sparked a comical debate about the importance of practicing what you preach. The image shows the rear view of a white Dodge minivan promoting a business called "Mobile Dent Repair." Ironically, the minivan itself sports a noticeable dent on its rear hatch, leading to a flurry of amusing comments and discussions.

The minivan is spotted traveling on a highway with exits indicating I-395 North for Washington and I-95 South for Richmond, which provides a relatable backdrop for many viewers. The vehicle's rear window is emblazoned with the text "MOBILE DENT REPAIR" in large white capital letters. Below this, additional smaller text appears to offer contact information and details of the services provided, although these have been redacted and are not legible in the image.

Reddit users were quick to share their thoughts:

- One user humorously rated the service: "9/10 dents don't recommend them."

- Another drew an analogy: "The shoemaker’s kid got no shoes…"

- "A plumber doesn't fix his own toilet," added another, highlighting the irony.

- One user joked, "I am just happy it isn't mobile dental repair," bringing some comedic relief.

- "Need to keep putting dents in the work van so that the apprentices have something to do on quiet days," suggested another, pointing out a potential strategy.

- A creative solution was proposed by another user: "They just need to paint a line down the middle of the van, and write 'before' and 'after' on each side."

- "Mobile Dent ~~Repair~~" quipped another, striking through the word "Repair" to emphasize the irony.

Some users defended the business, suggesting that the visible dent might be a sign of their busy schedule, indicating high demand for their services. Comments such as "Can't be dipping into your own supply is a #41 business rule" and "If anything it’s a good sign that they have enough business to not fix their own s***" reflect this perspective.

Despite the humor, the image serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining a professional appearance, especially when the business is directly related to the service advertised. The irony of the situation has not been lost on the online community, making this image a memorable and amusing example of life’s little contradictions.

As the discussion continues, it’s clear that while the dented van might not be the best advertisement for Mobile Dent Repair, it has certainly succeeded in getting people talking. Whether this translates to more business or not remains to be seen, but one thing is for sure: this image will be remembered for a long time to come.

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Top Comments from Reddit

dolfieman

9/10 dents don't recommend them

OGBeege

The shoemaker’s kid got no shoes…

OstebanEccon

a plumber doesn't fix his own toilet

perplexedparallax

I am just happy it isn't mobile dental repair.

thorpie88

Need to keep putting dents in the work van so that the apprentices have something to do on quiet days

Pretzel911

They just need to paint a line down the middle of the van, and write "before" and "after" on each side.

bravedubeck

Mobile Dent ~~Repair~~

PandorMan

Mobile dent is just their name, it's not what they repair.

Joann01

Can't be dipping into your own supply is a #41 business rule

alextremeee

Wait until you see what a builder’s house or a plumber’s plumbing looks like. If anything it’s a good sign that they have enough business to not fix their own s***.

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