Tire size for easy steering

As eluded to in post #4, the contact patch plays a big role. The bigger the contact patch, the wider the scrub radius and that as well as caster has an effect on steering difficulty at slow speeds and parked. I also agree that the 215 70 14 is a great compromise. The key is though, if you have girly arms to get the car rolling first and then turn.
Small parking lots suck, especially when I hold my coffee in one hand. Never thought I had girly hands, but maybe ?