Used Cars

Rudy Russo, a savvy car salesman, dreams of running for the state senate in Mesa, Arizona. To achieve this goal, he works at the struggling New Deal used car lot owned by elderly Luke Fuchs, who promises to invest in Rudy's campaign.

Across the street, Luke’s rival, Roy L. Fuchs, faces the potential demolition of his car lot. In a reckless plan, he enlists his mechanic Mickey to take Luke’s beloved restored 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air for a wild joyride that ends in disaster.

After the car crash, Luke suffers a heart attack and dies, leaving Rudy with crucial evidence that Roy orchestrated the accident. Feeling the weight of responsibility, Rudy is determined to prevent Roy from benefiting from Luke's demise.

Rudy teams up with his superstitious coworker Jeff and mechanic Jim to bury Luke in the dealership's backlot using an old Edsel. As Roy comes searching for Luke, Rudy concocts a story that Luke is away on vacation.

Rudy attempts to broadcast a live commercial during a major football game, which spirals into hilarity due to Jeff’s superstitions and a wardrobe malfunction. Despite the chaos, the commercial surprisingly attracts numerous customers.

The team employs creative tactics to sell cars, with Jeff deceiving a family into purchasing a station wagon by staging an accident with the lot’s mascot dog, Toby. Their unusual methods begin to pay off, enhancing their reputation.

Luke’s estranged daughter, Barbara Jane, arrives at New Deal, looking for a connection with her father after years away. Misleading her about the real circumstances of Luke's life, Rudy takes her on a date to keep her in town.

Rudy’s crew broadcasts an ill-timed commercial during President Jimmy Carter's address, resulting in destruction at Roy’s lot. When confronted, Roy discovers the secret burial site of Luke, escalating the conflict.

In a clever ruse, Jim moves the Edsel and rigs it for an explosive crash to create an accidental demise spectacle. This theatrical event convinces everyone of the nature of Luke's death, deflecting suspicion from Rudy’s gang.

As tensions rise, Rudy reveals to Roy that Barbara is Luke’s daughter and thus the rightful owner of New Deal. However, when Barbara learns the truth about her father's death, she rejects Rudy and his friends.

Roy uses his influence to edit Barbara’s commercial, implying she offers a deceptive 'mile of cars.' He also files a false advertising charge against her, adding pressure to an already tense situation.

Fortune smiles on Rudy when he wins a significant bet on a football game, giving him the funds needed to help Barbara's case against Roy. With the money, Rudy hatches a plan to help save Barbara's dealership.

To support Barbara's claim of having a 'mile of cars', Rudy races against the clock to gather over 250 vehicles. He buys cars from a Mexican dealer and recruits student drivers to deliver them all by the deadline.

Amidst Roy's interference and Jeff’s fears, the convoy arrives just in time. The collective length of the cars measures a mile, preserving both Barbara’s reputation and the future of New Deal.

With the future of New Deal secured and it set to become the largest dealership in the state, Rudy and Barbara share a kiss in a moment of triumph. Their partnership amidst chaos solidifies their bond as they move forward together.