Steve,
I knew what you meant, I was just teasing.
When I "collect" something it's as a user of the item. To me the experience of using a 1909 vintage Minnesota Model B, or writing with a 1928 Parker Senior Doufold fountain pen, or driving a 1927 Chevy 2 door, is far greater than having it sit in a display case or room looking pristine and sparkling new.
I've always said: "If I can't use it, I don't want it."
Joe