21 Times People Found The Most Unbelievable Notes On Their Windshields

These stories are a delightful mix of everything from hilarious to quirky to downright adorable.

Jesse

• Published in News
• August 31, 2024

You know that moment when you approach your car and see a slip of paper tucked under your windshield wiper? You feel a sinking sensation in your stomach, convinced it’s a parking ticket or, worse, a dented-door confession. 

But wait—what if that note is something completely unexpected? Something that makes you laugh, scratch your head, lose it or even blush a little? Turns out not all windshield notes are bad news. Some are downright hilarious, while others are surprisingly sweet or just plain weird.

Take it from me, who once found a note accusing me of being "the worst parallel parker in the galaxy" with a doodle of a spaceship for emphasis. Not exactly the kind of critique I expected when I pulled up to the curb, but hey, who knew my parking skills (or lack thereof) could inspire such interstellar creativity?

If you think that’s weird, you haven’t seen anything yet. Thanks to a particularly entertaining Quora thread, we’ve gathered 21 of the most unbelievable personal notes ever left on windshields. 

From laugh-out-loud insults to random acts of kindness, and even a dash of unsolicited advice, these notes capture every quirky corner of human behavior.

So, grab your popcorn and get ready to laugh, cringe, and maybe even shed a tear (of laughter, hopefully) as we dive into these hilarious and baffling windshield surprises. One thing’s for sure—you’ll never look at a piece of paper on your windshield the same way again!

1. Karma is the ultimate snitch

2. And just like that, a love story was born on the hood of a car. Beer: bringing people together since forever.

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3. Imagine brutally roasting a pregnant lady using a company letterhead—a new low.

4. Sometimes, driving a classic Porsche can lead to unexpected connections—and alibis!

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5. A heartfelt message from an unexpected admirer on a lonely birthday

6. Okay, now this is actually hilarious

7. The stick figure with a fishing pole says it all—now go reel in some good vibes!

Patrick Freeman gives some details on the interesting note above

8. Proof that a windshield note can save your life...or at least prevent a heart attack

9. Nothing like a DIY detective questioning your parking privileges. Newsflash: Disabilities aren't always visible!

Another one of Patrick’s explanations on an interesting note he got

10. Car twin spotted? You’re officially besties now. Sorry, but those are the rules

Jack Ponissi reveals the story behind the note he got above

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11. Ah, yes, because everyone knows disabilities come with a 'must be this old to qualify' sign

12. Random acts of kindness like this almost restore my faith in humanity—almost.

Alexis Montgomery gives more detail on the note

13. Just a law-abiding citizen doing the Lord’s work

14. Not all heroes wear capes

15. Divine misjudgment?

Lee Connoro had this to say about the note above

16. Honesty still exists, even in the parking lot wars

17. They were definitely jealous

18. License plate soulmates!

19. A sticky note love attack

20. Before Tinder, this was the move

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21. Love notes that make the wheels of the heart turn

Marisol Sanchez explains why she found so many notes on her windshield (picture above)

Whether you find a note that's sweet, snarky, or downright confusing, don’t fret! These quirky messages just add a little spice to our daily routines. And who knows? Your next windshield surprise might just be a pleasant one!

Ever received a note that made you grin or left you speechless? We’re all ears, share your story in the comments below!

Jesse