Do You Drive Your Car Or Do You Hang Out With It?

In this episode of The Automotive Therapist, host Scott Branford explores a question many enthusiasts can relate to: Do you drive your car, or do you just hang out with it? Scott reflects on the unique culture of car ownership—particularly the owners who invest thousands into vehicles they rarely drive but proudly showcase at car meets, cruise nights, and Cars & Coffee events.He dives into memorable examples like Corvairs, Cosworth Vegas, big-block Vettes, Mustangs, Beetles, and even oddball icons like the Jaguar XJ220. Along the way, Scott shares personal stories about notoriously thirsty cars, the quirks of classic muscle, and how certain vehicles become mechanical “pets.” He highlights the passion that unites owners worldwide—whether they drive their cars daily or keep them as prized showpieces.