World Famous Joor Muffler Man from Escondido...

Location: Joor Muffler 302 E Valley Parkway Escondido, CA 92025 (760) 746-1877
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The Muffler Man represents the finest of a vanishing national identity. Roadside Americana that symbolized a growing nation, big and vibrant. Right hand up, left hand down, these 18' and 25' behemoths once held mufflers in their mighty hands. These days, the "King of Kitsch" is used in a variety of ways from sea to shining sea. They vanish, only to resurface years later, a couple doors down the street with new clothes and shiny new props. On this Blog, we share and compare.
2 Comments:
I just saw the Joor Muffler man this weekend and I wasn't even looking for him! I hope to see him dressed up as Santa in a few months!
Love your site and your travels. Very cool indeed!
I'm 55 and I lived in Escondido as a kid; I remember driving by and being in awe of the Giant Man! It was always a treat when my dad would let us get out and go stand by him. I now have a photo of me with MY son sitting on the concrete ledge under his legs. Thanks for great memories!
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