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Jack Colker's 76
Categories: Gas & Service Stations, Landmarks & Historical Buildings [Edit]
Neighborhood: Beverly Hills427 N Crescent Dr
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
(310) 273-3891
3 reviews for Jack Colker's 76
If you make the mistake of running low on gas in Beverly Hills, you might as well come here, bend over, get hosed and enjoy the experience!
It's an architectural icon designed by William Pereira, the man behind the Transamerica Pyramid in SF and LACMA here, to name a few of the 400 or so creations he built. Designed after the Googie school, (yes, before Google there was Googie) it showcases one of the features of this futuristic style, the big curved, sloping roof.
As I watched my fortune click away to the tune of $4.50/gallon, I did find the peace of mind necessary to enjoy another special feature of this gas station, the awesome eye candy coming and going. Curvy, bulbous, fine, all shapes and sizes and tightly honed, they're some hella gorgeous automobiles in the 90210. Not to mention the drivers! Oh to be a 17 year old again, and a gas jockey here.
I also noticed that although most of the pumps here are Full Serve, most of the beauties were lining up for the Self Serve section. Sorry boys, we're getting our hands dirty. Hell yeah! Even in the BH they are saving their dollahs! Hollah!
5 stars for the "special features"
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The most expensive gas in town, under any circumstances. I once had a credit card number reused within hours in ten Southern Cal stations after using it once at this station. The manager said the FBI had been there to interview them and these things happen all the time. It is out of their control. You can look at the station without buying gas; if you are a fan of the architecture.
"FIVE*STAR for just a gas station" -- you curiously pose.
Yes, FIVE*STARS. Along with your standard choices of unleaded gasoline you can marvel at one of the few remaining 76 balls, perched atop a metallic pole. This orange eye in the sky is a reminder of days past and it never looked so good. It is wonderful, but it's not the focal point of this property. More: http://savethe76ball.com
The ROOF. Sure it protects you from rain, in that rare storm while you pump, but... this modernist marvel is worth a visit come day or night. Each offers a wonderful view.
As Burton Way becomes Little Santa Monica, this modernist gateway welcomes you to the heart of Beverly Hills while reminding you that this affluent spec on map of California has Soul. California Soul.
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