Years ago, before I was in the hobby, I drove by the Classix MP while going about my business. Did not take me long to figure out what went on there, but was not something I was interested in at the time. Probably for 3 years I went by there regularly, I always looked while driving by, interested but trying not to be interested.
Eventually my circumstances changed and I decided to partake of the hobby and I nervously decided to check out Classix. Drove by many times, pulled into the parking lot and pulled out again without going in. Finally I was ready to really take the plunge and decided that a certain day was the day. Pulled up walked up to the door, opened and pretty much tripped on the entrance, and almost left after that. Kept going and made it to a room. I told the lady that I was new and did not really know the ropes. She took a lot of time and talked to me for about 30 minutes explaining and flirting a bit. Saw a few of the other ladies there and ended up staying for a session with the lady that brought me in and chatted with me. During the session she explained a few things and gave me a great start into the hobby.
I have gone back there a few times and found some gems, VFM and some really good deals there, YMMV. For sure it is not the prettiest place and does need work, but some of the girls there have been sweet and I have had good fun there. Sometimes you just need to look beyond the gruff exterior and you may find that sweet center.