Traffic in Tennessee?? Try coming to Orlando! People from all over the world in rental cars trying to figure out where Disneyworld or the malls are. And when it rains, they and the locals seem to forget how to drive!
Back to Hobie's original question: No, you are not the only one. Its great that other folks see Hazzard the same way I do. Beyond the silly antics of Boss, Roscoe, and Cletus and the impossible feats of the General Lee, you really do get a feel for this show's location. Despite the best efforts of Hollywood to make a caricature of life in the rural South, there is something genuine and attractive that comes through. I credit the original spirit in which the show was created plus the ongoing efforts of the cast to infuse the show's characters with some integrity. Its easy to point out the repetitive nature of the scripts, especially as the show reached 5,6, and 7 seasons. But to me, every time I tune in is like visiting old friends- you would never complain about doing the same old thing with good friends.
-Scooter