“Your Grant Is Waiting for You”: American Man Explains Why He Misses SA Car Washes, SA Amused
- An American man posted a video explaining that of all things, he missed about Mzansi, our local car washes top the list
- The nostalgic clip shared on TikTok compared the self-service American car wash experience to South Africa's full-service, human-powered approach.
- Social media users responded with an outpouring of affection, inviting him back home and even promising him a delicious braai
Source: TikTok
A reflective video gave a heartwarming glimpse into a US tourist's appreciation for Mzansi’s unique culture.
The humorous clip, shared on TikTok by @petersontoscano, was met with a flood of comments from social media users who were moved.
The video featured an American man, @petersontoscano, explaining that he missed a lot of things about South Africa, but what he missed the most was the car washes. He said that in America, they don't have car washes like those in South Africa, where attendants do everything for you, including vacuuming and wiping down the entire car.
A love for Mzansi's street culture
He highlighted the contrast, noting that a typical American car wash is just a machine, costing around $13, the equivalent of R229. He went on to say that he missed the South African style of car wash service and the convenience of being able to grab a shisa nyama from a nearby stall while waiting for his car to be serviced. He added that in America, all they have are vending machines for snacks, which you can nibble on while waiting for your car.
PAY ATTENTION: stay informed and follow us on Google News!
Source: TikTok
SA calls the man back to Mzansi
The clip attracted massive views, likes and comments from social media users who were touched by his appreciation for the country. Many called on him to come back home, saying he was missed in Mzansi. Some were shocked to hear of the high price tag of American car washes, especially since a person has to vacuum their own car. Others promised to have a braai for him when he came back to make up for the time he was gone, showing their appreciation for his kind words.
User @Master Bruce advised:
"That's a business opportunity, my brother, right in front of you."
User @The Rock said:
"When are you coming back, big guy? We will have some more shinyama 😋"
User @snell joked:
"Your social grant is waiting for you 🤣 come home."
User @user5463829291010172 asked:
"Is it just me, or is South Africa the most convenient country to live in, except the government services 🤦🏽♀️"
User @dinaldo commented:
"It looks like your car wash is a place where you have to just wash your car. It doesn't seem like a day out, or an occasion or a place to meet friends."
User @ricardo shared:
"$13 😳 just for a car wash? Oh, wait, and you do 50% of the work yourself. Hell no!"
Watch the TikTok video below:
3 Briefly News stories about Americans
- An American couple who relocated to Cape Town questioned their decision after visiting Durban and being captivated by its warmth, rich culture and unique charm.
- An American woman received backlash for bashing African food, calling it tasteless and claiming it had no seasoning.
- A US woman who relocated to Mzansi with her family took to her social media to advocate for shopping at the local retailer Pep, impressed by their quality and affordable prices.
PAY ATTENTION: Follow Briefly News on Twitter and never miss the hottest topics! Find us at @brieflyza!
Proofreading by Kelly Lippke, copy editor at Briefly.co.za.
Source: Briefly News
