Today, I picked up my car from the repair shop, drove two miles, and ran out of gas. I then walked to get gas, put a gallon of gas in the car, and tried to start it. The battery was too weak to start the car, and died on the spot. FML
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Halloween
A failed costume, stolen candy and a very real scare: Halloween, the one night when fear is allowed.
Today, after my car died a mile from my house, I huffed, puffed and pushed it back to my house off the street, so I wouldn't get a ticket overnight. After getting it towed to the shop in the morning, I got a call telling me they put gas in it for me and it starts up fine now. FML
Today, I pulled into a parking lot, for the car to simply shut off because I ran out of gas. Then I couldn't get the key out of the ignition, so I called my dad, who walked all the way to where I was, only to find out that the car was still in drive. FML
Today, my friend's van ran out of gas on an expressway off-ramp. After pushing it to the shoulder, we walked to a gas station and got a can of gas. We got back to the van to find that the battery had died from leaving on the lights and hazards to avoid an accident. FML
Today, I went to Auto Zone because my car was having trouble starting, and I thought it was the battery. The guy checked it with their reader, and confirmed it was dying. Right after he put the battery in, my starter died. I had to get my car towed to the shop. FML
Today, I ran out of gas while driving, and had to call a tow truck. I drive a tow truck. FML
Today, I took my partner’s car to fill with gas because mine was in the shop. Out of habit, I put diesel into the tank. We discovered it three hours later; the tow bill ate my weekly budget, the mechanic sighed through the repair estimate, and I spent the evening on hold with roadside help. FML
Today, I got into my car and it wouldn't start. I noticed I had left the lights on and assumed the battery was dead. Then, I couldn't get my key out of the ignition. So, I called AAA only to have the guy put my car in park and start the engine. FML
Today, my car ran out of battery. I'm writing this from the middle of the road. FML
Today, I went out to my car to run some errands. It wouldn't start. I called AAA, only to find out my battery wasn't dead, it was stolen. FML
Today, I went to drive my mom's car for a change. It wouldn't start, so I open the hood. Someone had stolen the battery. I go to start my own car so I can drive to the police station to report the theft, and discover someone siphoned off my gas. FML
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FatelBlade 8
Times like this make me glad AAA exists.
everydayFML2121 5
Perhaps an investment in jumper cables would be more ideal.
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Comments (113)
iamsolid 11
sue.
Infamous_strike 0
What exactly would he sue for? It isn't the responsibility of the shop to make sure his gas is at an adequate level. As for the battery, that's just bad timing.
SqueakyChipmunk 22
I sued Toys R Us, cause I swallow a nerfball and nearly choked to death! I sued Petco, cause I ate a bag kitty litter, and now I have bad breath! That's how valid this is.
Infamous_strike 0
#28 good analogies.
BunchieRules 31
Why would OP sue? These things run out over time. It is neither OP or the mechanic's fault that the battery chose that exact time to die. 28 - I love that song. It serves as a reminder of some the most ridiculous things people will sue for.
Kadara 2
It's America. Suing is practically our second nature.
BubbleGrunge 18
If all those problems should have been fixed or were caused by the repair shop, looks like you'll be getting your car fixed again for free. Also, while you're at it let them tow your car as well as provide some transportation for you if you are going to be without a car for a length of time.
kimg0885 23
My thoughts exactly
TheDrifter 24
Out of gas is not their problem and if the battery and alternator were not on the ops requested repair list neither are they.
BubbleGrunge 18
53 you are correct but if you read I stated that IF whatever broke was something that should have been fixed than...
neander 8
I guess they don't call them idiot gauges for nothing. No sympathy for someone who can't tell they are about out of gas.
False_Stupidity 42
Some of those gauges don't work very well, even on a new car I question their accuracy at times.
doglover569 0
AAA buddy... AAA!
boobear90 3
Damn heat!
Herculesninja27 5
Damnn sonn!!! haha some luck you got there!
Irishgypsy 2
I blame Texas
Infamous_strike 0
#6 #12 #14 don't talk about heat in Texas or how bad you have it. I'm in AZ where in summer we're lucky if it's under 110 for the entire summer.
Michele2luv 8
What did they do?? Looked at your car and said "Yep, that a piece of shit." and then sent you on your way? Yeah, FYL for sure. = I hate car trouble
dupot420 9
Hey what's up
TheVelocirabbit 10
This is not a social network.
THE_A_TEEN 28
It's not? Damn, I just PM'd Sirin about some Dane Cook fan sites and just posted a few comments about my life, my relationship, interests and me taking a shit. And I also posted a few pictures of me duck-facing. WHY HAS NO ONE TOLD ME THIS. You people suck!!1!!1!1!
porcupineattack1 5
Get a refund from those ******* at the car place!
BunnyRose 11
YEAH!