Other Sports Cars Parking Next to You

SalA · 07-25-2011, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by tsolin01

I think it's more like they know you won't ding their cars and they won't ding yours either.

That's exactly the reason...I know I do it!

mantella87 · 07-25-2011, 09:16 AM

I always park out in the middle of nowhere, even if it means a serious walk. When possible, I try to park next to other Z's or sports cars or anybody who clearly takes care of their car and pays attention when opening their doors. Right now at work I'm parking next to a 300ZX in the middle of nowhere and a properly modified WRX. I'd like to park next to this blue E92 M3 I always see but he parks with the shitty cars for some reason.

And here's a good "little brother, big brother" picture I took last week.

Doug&Michelle · 07-31-2011, 02:37 PM

Co-worker's M3.

LMBmikeZ · 07-31-2011, 05:25 PM

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Originally Posted by mantella87

I always park out in the middle of nowhere, even if it means a serious walk. When possible, I try to park next to other Z's or sports cars or anybody who clearly takes care of their car and pays attention when opening their doors. Right now at work I'm parking next to a 300ZX in the middle of nowhere and a properly modified WRX. I'd like to park next to this blue E92 M3 I always see but he parks with the shitty cars for some reason.

And here's a good "little brother, big brother" picture I took last week.

I think you ment a 350z by the looks of your pic

Cmike2780 · 04-15-2011, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Q8y_drifter

Is that a problem?

Not a problem, just funny to see. I'd rather have these guys park next to me than some lady in a minivan.

wheee! · 04-15-2011, 10:04 AM

On a side note, I wonder how may people park "nose in"? I always back-in when I park. I find that if someone clips you, it is easier to replace a front fender than a quarter panel! Plus I like to pull straight out. Hate the visibility of the Z....

shadoquad · 04-15-2011, 10:39 AM

I love it when people park their fancy cars next to mine. I do the same thing. I like to park next to other Z's whenever possible, but also next to sporty cars.

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Originally Posted by wheee!

On a side note, I wonder how may people park "nose in"? I always back-in when I park. I find that if someone clips you, it is easier to replace a front fender than a quarter panel! Plus I like to pull straight out. Hate the visibility of the Z....

I usually park nose in, but I feel you. I hate backing out in this car.

Mt Tam I am · 04-15-2011, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by tsolin01

I think it's more like they know you won't ding their cars and they won't ding yours either.

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Originally Posted by TongMan

I'd rather come back to my car and see nice cars that show that the owners actually care about their cars than a junk car parked crooked and over the lines. They trust that you won't ding their car and they won't ding yours. I've had 350z's parked next to my car on several occasions. I'm happy that they do that.

Once I parked next to a bunch of outlaw motor cyclists, because I knew they did not want to be door dinged, and would show the same respect. At least my left side was safe. No problems either way.

KillerBee370 · 04-15-2011, 04:36 PM

Two big fat Americans picking on the Japanese dude. Typical

btw... how much better would the ORANGE car look with an ORANGE plate like the other two have?? lol fail

djpathfinder · 04-15-2011, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Cmike2780

So I was at the driving range yesterday and parked pretty far away from other cars with no one next to me. When I'm about to leave, I see this. I've seen another member who had this happen to them, but I couldn't find the thread.

I remember that picture too. It was really funny because the Z, Camaro and Mustang were all blue.

Quote:

Originally Posted by wheee!

On a side note, I wonder how may people park "nose in"? I always back-in when I park. I find that if someone clips you, it is easier to replace a front fender than a quarter panel! Plus I like to pull straight out. Hate the visibility of the Z....

I a$$ park (aka enthusiast park) too, because I'm an enthusiast, and it's cool to do so. You're just making excuses for poor driving skills. LOL!

sonic370 · 04-17-2011, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by wheee!

On a side note, I wonder how may people park "nose in"? I always back-in when I park. I find that if someone clips you, it is easier to replace a front fender than a quarter panel! Plus I like to pull straight out. Hate the visibility of the Z....

did it take much practice backing in. i would be concerned about hitting curb each time with the rear tires. plus around here some jerks would consider that
as showing off and might key your car.

sonic370 · 04-17-2011, 07:53 PM

i have visited several car forums over the years, 350,370,corvette,g35 g37
and for whatever reason this forum seems to show the most class and respect.
for other people and their cars. though the vette forums where close............

daleks · 04-17-2011, 11:58 PM

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Originally Posted by sonic370

i have visited several car forums over the years, 350,370,corvette,g35 g37
and for whatever reason this forum seems to show the most class and respect.
for other people and their cars. though the vette forums where close............

Most people here are the first owners of the vehicles they drive. As that number goes up over time, the culture will change. This forum is for just one edition of a long line of cars and it's early in that vehicles lifecycle.

m4a1mustang · 04-15-2011, 10:05 AM

That's a sweet pic.

6MT · 04-15-2011, 10:12 AM

Kewl!

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07-25-2011, 09:16 AM	#2 (permalink)
mantella87 Track Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 590 Drives: 2011 Z34 MT Rep Power: 15	I always park out in the middle of nowhere, even if it means a serious walk. When possible, I try to park next to other Z's or sports cars or anybody who clearly takes care of their car and pays attention when opening their doors. Right now at work I'm parking next to a 300ZX in the middle of nowhere and a properly modified WRX. I'd like to park next to this blue E92 M3 I always see but he parks with the shitty cars for some reason. And here's a good "little brother, big brother" picture I took last week.

04-15-2011, 04:36 PM	#9 (permalink)
KillerBee370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: So Cal baby! Age: 52 Posts: 5,964 Drives: with passion Rep Power: 322	Two big fat Americans picking on the Japanese dude. Typical btw... how much better would the ORANGE car look with an ORANGE plate like the other two have?? lol fail

04-17-2011, 07:53 PM	#12 (permalink)
sonic370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2010 Location: Orange Texas Posts: 1,574 Drives: 09 370Z Sports PGK Rep Power: 19	i have visited several car forums over the years, 350,370,corvette,g35 g37 and for whatever reason this forum seems to show the most class and respect. for other people and their cars. though the vette forums where close............