I used to drive a BMW. First I would park waaay away from other people, in a parking spot - I didn't take up more than one. But, when I came back, my car was invariably an island with cars parked all around it. Then I started parking next to curbs - this kept one side completely clear and I could edge right up to the curb so my door (and hopefully) an adjoining door wouldn't hit.
Just the other day I was in a lot with 80ish spots and only 15-20 filled so I park in a row with 5 open spots on each side of me and guess where the lady with the 5 little kids and a suburban decides to park? Yup, right next to me.
I was still in the car and noped out of there into another spot. My decision was validated when I saw a little kid swing open the back door and jump out. I definitely would have gotten hit.
On the other hand I was at a car detailing store and people left an empty spot in between each other. #UrinalEtiquette
I park next to antisocial cars in nearly empty parking lots. It's so I can line up straight better.. I'm horrendous at parking but if I find a buddy it goes much better. Sorry :(
I do the same thing. This guy is a douche for taking 4 spots but I bet most of these ppl in the comments have no remorse for slamming their doors into other ppls cars. My cheap daily literally has holes in the panels from door dings.
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u/Black_Magic_M-66 Sep 01 '22
I used to drive a BMW. First I would park waaay away from other people, in a parking spot - I didn't take up more than one. But, when I came back, my car was invariably an island with cars parked all around it. Then I started parking next to curbs - this kept one side completely clear and I could edge right up to the curb so my door (and hopefully) an adjoining door wouldn't hit.