Remember the moment when 7-foot-5 Shaquille O’Neal squeezed himself into a tiny Smart car in New York City? It was a moment that left everyone around him in awe and a little disbelief. It’s one of those classic Shaq moments that perfectly captures his playful spirit and larger-than-life personality.

It was a scene that could have come straight out of a cartoon like “The Simpsons.”

The hilarious incident occurred on a Tuesday as Shaq was leaving a Steady App event in Manhattan. In a hurry to get away, he headed to the parking lot. Fans and passersby probably expected to see him jump into a massive SUV or other large vehicle that could comfortably accommodate his size.

But instead, Shaq surprised everyone by heading toward a much smaller car, a Smart EQ Fortwo Prime Coup. The crowd watched in disbelief as the tall athlete opened the door of the small car and somehow managed to squeeze his huge frame into the driver’s seat.

It was a close race, but Shaq made it through and even got his two giant feet in driving position. The sight of Shaq in such a small car was just hilarious and became an instant viral sensation.

This wasn’t the first time Shaq faced the challenge of fitting into a mini-car. He was spotted in another mini-car in 2008, but that car didn’t have a roof, giving him a little more space.

Also, Shaq was a bit slimmer back then, so he could fit in more easily. This time, however, the Smart was fully enclosed, and Shaq’s ability to squeeze into it was even more impressive.

No one knows exactly where Shaq was headed that day, but we hope he didn’t have to drive too far! The image of Shaq driving through the busy streets of NYC in such a small car is hard to forget.

It’s moments like these that remind us how much fun Shaq has in life, that he never takes himself too seriously and is always up for a laugh.

Other tall NBA players have had similar problems when it comes to fitting into regular-sized cars. For example, Yao Ming, who is 7 feet tall, had trouble fitting into the front seat of an SUV in 2014. Being tall definitely has its advantages, but it also comes with its own challenges, especially when it comes to things like cars.

Shaq’s adventure with the small car is a perfect example of how he takes on these challenges with humor and good humor. It’s no wonder Shaq continues to be a fan favorite, both on and off the court. Whether he’s dunking on the basketball court or squeezing into a car designed for someone half his size, Shaq always knows how to entertain.

This throwback to Shaq’s small car experience in NYC is just one of the many moments that showcase his larger-than-life personality. Even in the tightest of spaces, Shaq manages to make it work and make us all smile. Don’t you agree?

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