You can enjoy a vehicle while preserving it. My current 1994 Explorer doesn't get driven a lot, but does get driven a couple times a week, and I love driving it. I do want to keep it kind of original and extend its life though, so the 1997 with 240k on it is the daily. And it's not punishment either, not a single rip in the seats, great stereo, AC, etc. But as I mentioned it's a know what you are getting into thing. For me it's not about economics, it's that I really like old Explorers and that's what I want to drive despite the terrible gas mileage. I sold my real beater Ranger and already have the itch for a "new" one...I can tell you it's either going to be a 2 door Explorer or gas Excursion because I am an idiot.