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Grease, Grit, and Genuine Passion: When Hollywood Meets the Garage Floor
If you’ve ever scrolled TikTok and stumbled upon someone effortlessly rebuilding a carburetor while wearing a vintage band tee, you’ve probably met SYD. But no, this isn’t some random gearhead—it’s Sydney Sweeney, the *Euphoria* and *White Lotus* star whose off-screen life involves way more grease than glitter. Her account, @syds_garage, started quietly in early 2021 as a passion project, far from the red carpets she’s known for. At first, comments were pure disbelief: “Wait… is this the girl from *Euphoria*?” Yep. And she’d reply with a shrug and a wrench, proving Hollywood glamour and oil-stained hands aren’t mutually exclusive.
What makes @syds_garage so refreshing? It’s the unfiltered authenticity. SYD doesn’t just pose with classic cars—she’s elbow-deep in engine bays, documenting full restorations like her viral 1967 Ford Mustang project. One video shows her wrestling with stubborn bolts in 90-degree heat, laughing as sweat streaks her safety goggles. She’ll casually mention how her dad taught her to change oil at 12, then pivot to explaining why timing belts matter. No fancy jargon, no staged “girl boss” moments—just real talk about stripped screws and the triumph of hearing an engine roar back to life. It’s like hanging out with your smartest, most patient friend in a garage.
Her impact sparked something bigger: a legit collab with Ford and Dickies. Forget typical celeb endorsements; this felt personal. SYD co-designed workwear that actually fits (no more drowning in oversized coveralls), adding playful touches like floral-lined hoods because, as she put it, “mechanics shouldn’t have to choose between function and fun.” The partnership also birthed *Auto 101*, a series breaking down basics like jump-starting dead batteries—shot in her actual garage, where a half-restored Jeep sits beside a thrifted toolbox. It’s clear she’s not just slapping her name on products; she’s bridging a gap in a space where women often feel unwelcome.
That’s where her audience connection shines. After her Mustang restoration went mega-viral, she posted an Instagram note urging young girls: “Your hands belong here too.” Comments flooded in from women sharing their first oil changes or finally asking for tools instead of makeup. SYD’s genius is making mechanics feel accessible—not by oversimplifying, but by normalizing the messy learning curve. She’ll film herself misdiagnosing a fuel leak, then tag a female mechanic for advice, turning mistakes into teachable moments. It’s vulnerability as empowerment, and it’s resonating hard.
Watching @syds_garage, you realize SYD’s not “slumming it” in the garage—this is her happy place. Whether she’s debating carburetor brands or joking about coffee spills on engine blocks, the joy feels contagious. And honestly? We’re rooting for her. More vintage Fords, more Dickies jumpsuits, more proof that passions don’t need to fit a mold. In a world of curated influencer content, SYD’s grease-smudged authenticity is the real flex.