I happened to hit the ditch with my car, and its in there pretty good. I've pulled it out before a number of ways, but I want to know the proper way to pull it out since it seems like there's really no right place. Any help?

 

try the lower control arms

 

To not risk damage put it in neutral, hook chains to the frame and have a buddy pull you out.

PS when driving in the snow and you start to lose control let off the gas then touch the gas lightly, being a FWD it will pull you straight. And if stuck on a hill put it in second it wont spin the tires as much. Autos can do it just like manuals can.

 

Putting an auto in 2nd, doesn't mean it's a 2nd gear start. It just means it won't shift from 2nd to 3rd. (unless you are dangerously redlining the car, the computer will override you and allow the shift)

 

You meant to say the ditch hit you, right?

 

sounds like deer hitting me

i have always tried to use the factory transportation hook holes, if not accesiable i go for somthing that won't bend

 

I would go somewhere a bit more solid then the control arms they may not hold up to the stress being pulled on. If your in a ditch a wrecker may be your best option.

 

I think it's more of an issue preventing the tow strap or chain from damaging your bumper cover.

 

I installed tow hooks on my monte, but a tow truck would prob be best choice to minimize damage

 

I'd go with a tow truck I've only been pulled out once and I think it was from the rear axle with a tow strap but hey it was only mt 92 buick not a Monte.