What isn't understood about I'll take two?

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Originally posted by Hurrytooth
[br]...Driver's car = driver's rules. More slugs need to learn to just shut their mouths and enjoy their free ride home. If you don't like getting into a 2 door car, then go ride the bus. Or go practice falling down in the parking lot.

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My, my, I touched a nerve here! I have indeed passed on riding in a two-door car. It's my choice. And I have no argument with the driver setting rules. I personally don't like people to talk on the cell phone when I'm trying to negotiate the mixing bowl. However, the "free ride home" benefits both rider and driver. I'm glad I've had mostly good drivers when I ride and good riders when I drive [:D]. Wonder what generated this spate of angry posts?

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Originally posted by harlean
[br]One last thing: if you are out of shape and/or uncoordinated of course you are going to have trouble getting in the back of a two-door.

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I'm guessing you're not a woman who wears dresses and who has to bend double to climb over a seat and under the front shoulder strap while juggling a briefcase and lunch. It's not delicate, even for those of us who are not out of shape and not uncoordinated.

H: You sound like an overall very bitter and angry person. Do the riders a favor and take the other person's advice..get a hybrid! We don't need the aggravation of such a tightly wound driver. But thanks for identifying your car.

I am protective of my stuff. I’ll be the first one to admit it. I also treat other people's cars the same way I want them to treat mine.

In fact, when people get in I adjust the seat for them. Most people think they have to be uncomfortable in the front seat for the sake of the person in the back. (But there's plenty of room for the person in the back EVEN when the front seat is pulled all the way back). I hate it when people are uncomfortable. I also adjust the climate control so that everyone is comfortable. There is nothing I dislike more than those who think that outside air will do in an hour+ long commute [xx(]

What bothers me is this. I had a gentleman in the back seat move my stuff to put his stuff and then leave trash on the floor! Wasn’t that lovely. [}:)]

But mostly people compliment me on the car. Some people say things like "It's a very nice car, enjoy it."

Music: I don't play it blaring loud. Hello, I want to hear my music. The sound system and car are designed so that I don't get any outside noise, but hear music out of all the speakers. It’s not obnoxious either. I've had people go to sleep and snore while I'm listening to my music.

"It's my ball and you can't play with it." I am an only child. That should say a lot.

Bottom line is, I don't have to pick you up if I don't want to. I’ve picked people out of line because I know where they are going. I can also go to another lot or another destination altogether. It's my choice. It's also my choice to not get in your car when I slug. I don't think I've been branded with the invisible "PASS". I've had repeat riders. They learn the rules the first time and think they're fair. Otherwise they would not get in, would they?

One last thing: if you are out of shape and/or uncoordinated of course you are going to have trouble getting in the back of a two-door.

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Originally posted by harlean
[br]I agree with makinalivin. I have a two-door, spacious car. (Red Toyota from 610). I drive occasionally. I only need two people and that's all I ever get. Sure there’s space, but I do not feel like taking a 3rd person. I am just not a people person. The more people there are, the more uncomfortable I become. Besides, it feels like I am your chauffeur. I don't like that feeling at all.

There are also unwritten rules. First and foremost - it's MY car. You are not paying for it, I am. You don't get to put the window up or down. You are not supposed to use more than the space you are occupying and most importantly you are not to touch anything!!!

Second rule, no talking. I set my CD's and/or radio as loud as I want.

Third rule, you will be dropped off where first determined not where you had thought of later and didn't bother to say.

Last rule, if I didn't say I'd take a 3rd you had better not ask because I am not getting out of my car to let you in.

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Just because it's your car doesn't mean you have the right to be inconsiderate! If you want to act like you're by yourself, then why don't you BE BY YOURSELF! Bottom line, it's not all about you. The riders are the reason why you can get to work in a reasonable amount of time. Treat them with respect and they'll treat you with respect. Otherwise, try your luck on the HOV by yourself!