If you have the funds for a car get it. The problem is peoples idea of a car. A car is necessary if can afford it as an adult. It can help you save time getting from one place to another and also make your life easier. What are you making money for if you can’t at least make your stress simple. You don’t need to own a luxury car just one that is neat and comfortable.
If you don’t have the money to get a car or a house then I understand you but if you can comfortably get one but see it as a bad move you need to have a rethink.
A car is clearly a necessity. Imagine having to take your pregnant wife to the hospital and having to wait for a taxi when there's no one available. If you have a car, you can always get where you want. If you've worked hard and saved up, a car is essential. It shouldn't be expensive or flashy, but it should get you where you want, whenever you want. A car is always essential.
If I had a priority, I would definitely buy a house first. But as you said, having a car is absolutely necessary.
Even just getting in the car and driving around a bit when we’re bored or stressed lifts our mood.
Getting away from your surroundings and seeing different things makes you feel better. Even just having the car key in your pocket feels good psychologically.