Car problem or fun hobby

Someday I’d like to have a qualified psychologist do an analysis on my car buying to see what mania lies beneath it all.

I’m going this morning to pick up a 2003 1st gen tundra extended cab. This will come home and park next to 6 other vehicles, mostly 20 yr old Toyota 4x4’s.

There are three drivers in this household, with a 15 yr old on a learners permit. I think I need every one of these vehicles, but my actual rationalization is clearly post hoc, with the real reason being I just wanted them.

Okay, maybe seven vehicles for four drivers isn’t THAT extreme. But if I don’t know what’s driving the madness, am I doomed to keep collecting/selling/losing money in an infinite spiral? Does this indicate some buried insecurity or need to express identity? Or are cars just inherently fun and awesome, so party-on Wayne?

Yes

Have 5 at my house for 2 drivers 🤷‍♂️

I have a similar sickness. Between a couple of company vehicles and personal plus the motor home I am sitting at 8 for my wife and I.

I have zero room to talk. However I take great solace in the amazing use/experiences I get out of them and/or their retained value and/or value to me as an option for gainful travel/work. The insurance I pay for parked cars makes me sick each year but it is what it is.

Ahhh, yes. I’m glad I came to this group for some balanced perspective. This is great.

You just need to add hobbies to match the vehicles. 😁

The only thing that keeps me from buying more random drive-able vehicles is insurance cost theft.