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It's Nice To Be Stroked But I'd Rather Be Blown
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It's Nice To Be Stroked But I'd Rather Be Blown

$21.95 · Unisex T-Shirt
Fit Unisex
Style T-Shirt
Color White
Size M

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Mechanic humor tee with a detailed engine illustration—a witty design for automotive enthusiasts and those who work on cars.

The story behind this design

This tee is engine-shop humor in wearable form. Bold black text frames the joke with confident, punchy typography across the chest. Below sits a detailed line-art illustration of a V-engine, rendered in black ink style with crisp technical lines and shading. The illustration shows genuine automotive detail—you can see the cylinder structure, valve covers, and that it's drawn with respect for how engines actually look. The white shirt provides clean contrast that makes both the text and the art pop. It's clever without being crude, and grounded in legitimate automotive culture and terminology.

Who it's for

Ideal for mechanics, automotive technicians, and anyone who spends time in a garage or works on their own vehicles. Makes a perfect gift for someone restoring a classic car, teaching themselves to rebuild engines, or simply passionate about how things work. Also appeals to those who appreciate intelligent wordplay and aren't afraid of humor rooted in their profession or hobby.

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