We had a big blooper during our last trip to Manizales when we stopped for gas. The gas cap was stuck closed a bit, and the gas attendant had the brilliant idea to use the (only) car key to pry it open. It seemed like a good idea until the key snapped in half and we were left wondering how we were going to get the car to start!
Our guide decided to hold the key together and stick the broken off tip in first, followed by the big half of the key and key ring. We´ve never been so relieved to hear the revving of an engine! Of course, this meant that for the rest of the weekend (and probably still today), a piece of the key was permanently left in the ignition. For the entire weekend, the car was started by inserting the stub of the key until it touched the tip that was left inside and turning with force. By some sort of miracle, the car started every time!
When we go on these tours, we sometimes get the "extra" car that might not be in the best shape, but don´t worry, we make sure you get upgrades, such as non-broken keys, for example.
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