The Used People Lot

"The Used People Lot" by Irving E. Fang is a science fiction story about a future where your car determines your worth. The story hilariously looks into themes of social status and love through the eyes of Arnold, whose life takes a nosedive when his prized car, the Thunderflash, breaks down, leading to huge repair costs and a fed-up girlfriend, Jenny. Hoping to get a new car from Grinning Gregory's exclusive lot, Arnold tries to trick his friend Harry into taking over his car contract. But, Arnold's plans backfire when Harry, seeing an opportunity, steals Jenny and speeds away in a brand-new ride, illustrating a funny take on how stuff and people's lives get all mixed up together.