GetPapa Far from Perfect, Far from Terrible

Dynamixor The performances transcend the film's tropes, grounding it in characters that feel more complete than this subgenre often produces.

CrawlerChunky In truth, there is barely enough story here to make a film.

Ava-Grace Willis Story: It's very simple but honestly that is fine.

Katherine Anne "My thoughts? Alright, give me a sec, need to digest, I'll be back in one minute" - Husbandafter a beer, he can't describe anything for me because 'we are not in the same boat' 'you know you picked a f###n, f###ed up Russian guy' , 'Whatever you type is good, somehow you know what I think. You got it baby. All I have to do is...you can type a bunch of nonsense and it will be a big success." My husband who is Russian, really likes this movie, and this was his review.But I will elaborate on his evasive mind that wanders in and out of translation. He really liked 'Used Cars'. He is in his late 30's, and only saw it just now, like many immigrants who are trying to live the dream in North America. Now I saw this movie when I was a kid, and my dad rented it, we all had a laugh, and after that, my dad almost bought a car, but we went on Vacation instead. While I'm sure as a kid my husband was enjoying the Black Sea, and a fancy boat ride down the Volga, his impressions on North America would have been forever changed, as he thought everybody over here was shovelling heaps of Gold. He wanted in on the action, and at age 18, somehow made it over here from Russia. So from his point of view, this is one of the 80's movies he missed, and throughly enjoyed. Thank you for a fun movie, my Russian husband liked it. A lot.

thinker1691 Writer, director Robert Zemeckis must have had a great deal of fun making this film. That goes double for the feature star Kurt Russell who plays Rudolph Russo. In addition, audiences get to see the late great Jack Warden playing a duel role as Roy L. Fuchs and Luke Fuchs. The amusing story is of Rudolph Russo, a young ambitious Used Car salesman bent on getting himself elected to the State Senate. To do that, he must raise $60.000 for his party's nomination. The money is soon forthcoming when his immediate boss pledges his support. However, after suffering a heart attack and his boss suddenly dies, Rudy must deal with Luke Fuch's daughter ( Deborah Harmon) and Roy L. who has every intention of claiming the car lot by default. But Rudy has scheming allies to help him, like superstitious Gerrit Graham, Jim the Mechanic (Frank McRae) and Manuel (Alfonso Arau) the across the boarder car dealer. Together, the entire cast which includes Al Lewis, Joe Flaherty and Dub Taylor makes for a fun time for all. The entertaining by-product of the movie is a hilarious collection of exciting stunts, terrific explosions and visual situations. All in all, in many circles, this movie has become a Classic. Recommended for all audiences. ****

merklekranz "Used Cars" is the gold standard of films that revolve around used car lots, but it is not alone. For another excellent look at the funny stuff that goes on, check out "Suckers". Like "Used Cars" it has some hilarious moments but then turns quite violent, so it's not for everybody. Daniel Benzali is the boss in "Suckers" and he does not disappoint with the high pressure sales tactics. As for "Used Cars", it is a true classic comedy that deserves a much higher I.M.D.B. ranking. Kurt Russell comes across as "somewhat insincere" some of the time. Wait a minute, make that most of the time, and his performance as the stereotypical used car salesman echos the greatness of this movie. Highly recommended. "Trust me" - MERK

innocuous This is one of the best-written comedies of the last 50 years. While the language is truly blue, the gags are hilarious.One of the most endearing things about this movie is that it doesn't pull any punches. True...the bad guy gets what's coming to him. But there's no sappy ending. The protagonist doesn't suddenly realize the error of his ways and miraculously reform...justice isn't dealt to everyone who deserves it...and the dead stay dead.The "Marshal Lucky" TV commercial is just a howler. I have the whole shtick memorized.Be sure to listen to the commentary on the DVD. It is just as funny as the movie itself.By the way, if you are sensitive about corpses being used in the commission of political/sales frauds, this isn't the movie for you.