Back in the day, gas stations were much more than just a place to fuel up, they were a destination in themselves. These once family-owned businesses were placed strategically along highways, where you could not only get gas, but also enjoy a hot meal, grab a quick snack, or even get work done on your car. With friendly attendants offering personalized service, a trip to the gas station felt like a brief escape from the road. Many of these stations were iconic, built with unique designs that reflected the character of their owners, but they were more than just functional stops, they were part of the journey. As modern times have changed the way we refuel, these nostalgic stations remind us of a time when the road trip was about much more than just reaching the destination. Here are 25 old-school gas stations that will take you back in time.
1. Futuristic gas station in Ukraine, 1979. How do you know how much you owe?
2. This self-serve gas station was popping in 1947.
3. Bring back 1959 7-Elevens.
4. A packed gas station during the oil crisis of 1979.
5. In some gas stations, you used to be able to get minor work done on your car.
6. The old-school Tesla charger, 1973.
7. Imagine being alive during gas rationing.
8. How are motorized roller skates not more popular?
9. La Brea Ave in LA looks a lot different now.
10. This gas station owner refused to serve this man and his Lada.
11. In the 1940s families owned gas stations, not companies.
12. Does anyone remember gasohol?
13. People were so helpful to each other in the 50s.
14. Gas pumps were designed like slot machines in the 80s.
15. This gas station attendant would knit when times were slow.
16. In case you can’t tell, this is back in 1964 when gas was $0.22 per gallon.
17. Do you know where this gas station from 1958 is from?
18. The old 3-in-1, a gas station, a general store, and a post office.
19. We don’t know what’s cooler, the gas station or that woman’s style.
20. That smile is the mark of $0.48 gas.
21. This guy is dripped out in style at a 1950s Chevron station.
22. People looked so much happier, even just to work at a gas station.
23. We can’t believe it, 16 gallons for 15$.
24. Evidently, in 1979 the gas prices were much cheaper and the cops were much more lenient.
25. Texaco gas station from the 60s.
