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We picked our ten funniest ‘car fails’ from failblog.org – a blog which documents some of mankind’s most ‘epic failings’ in a light-hearted fashion.

These include a van with a padlock for an immobiliser, an SUV submerged in a swimming pool, and a car parked on top of a police car.

Which ‘car fail’ do you think is best?

10. Padlock fail

One motorist’s idea of locking his van is by using a padlock. Fail.

9. Locksmith fail

This locksmith’s van is going nowhere fast.

8. Ladder fail

How not to transport a ladder in a vehicle.

7. Height fail

Vehicle height restrictions are there for a reason.

6. Parking fail

Reversing in this car park was a little too rocky for some.

5. Pool fail

The phrase “Going for a dip” soon found a whole new meaning.

4. Parking fail 2

One motorist found himself above the law.

3. Snow fail

Leaving the car doors open in the winter isn’t the brightest of ideas, judging from this picture.

2. Luxury car fail

Why “the DIY ethic” shouldn’t always be applied to motoring.

1. Classified fail

How not to write an advert for Auto Trader.

Seen more? Share your favourite car fails in the comments box below.

Which ‘car fail’ is the best?