I have never cared about my car. My first car, a 2000-something Geo Prizm, was given to me by my aunt when I was 15 and lasted until I moved to New York City at 24.
It got me through high school, college, and the first two years of my post-graduate life, despite the little care I gave it in return.
I told him I would just drive it like that.
My current car, a 2014 Subaru Impreza, is also neglected and complained about. I drive it as little as possible.
Author's summary: Developing a bond with my car was unexpected.