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Originally Posted by AstralTraveller
Having a large car with poor rear vision (a troopie) I find it easier and safer to reverse into car parking spaces. Since this is uncommon I normally come to a complete stop in front of the desired free spot, indicate, and then move forward so I can back in. Almost everyone understands and leaves me room. However around xmas and at other very busy times I don't even try. I've just had too many cases where someone has tried (and generally succeeded in) zipping in while I'm trying to back up.
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This happened once to me in the states. I just kept backing up and hit the car. Yes, I saw her, but thought... "lesson time". She got out very angry, to which I calmly replied "I was backing into the spot when you obviously just zipped right in... did you think I was actually going to stop?"
I gave her my detaills and told her to contact my insurance. Didn't cost much to fix it (just a broken tail light) and I felt better... (yes, I said I felt better).