You are assuming that most people that did something are "lying or deluding themselves", yet you likely never even tried out that thing.
I don't think a response is warranted in this case.
No need to defend what other people say your intentions are...
The fact that I probably never tried out a Tesla does not preclude me from stating an opinion.
Let's say you had two choices: A Camry or a Tesla. Let's say, for argument's sake, that the cost was pretty similar.
Granted there are good reasons to opt for Tesla over the Camry. One of them is performance. Another one is fun.
Do you honestly believe that image is not a factor in most cases?
Even Tesla would disagree with you.