The primary plot begins when Stan becomes fed up with freeloading lifestyle. To prove that living on a meager income is easy with a bit of "Smith gumption," Stan bets the young couple that he and Francine can survive for one month on only minimum wage . However, Stan’s overconfidence quickly leads to disaster:
: Steve and Roger successfully bluff their way through a dealership to take a Ferrari for a test drive. [S8E15] Less Money, Mo' Problems
: Klaus claims he once drove a real Ferrari, prompting a jealous Roger to prove he can do the same. The primary plot begins when Stan becomes fed
: After being run over, Stan is forced to use medical waste and a mud-covered newspaper to treat his injuries. : Klaus claims he once drove a real
: On their very first night, Stan spends most of their limited cash on unnecessary luxuries, leaving them penniless almost immediately.
: They drive the car all the way to Las Vegas just to taunt Klaus. Ironically, on their way back, they are the ones who accidentally run over a homeless Stan. Episode Highlights
: The bet finally ends when Stan tries to "rob" his own home to survive. Jeff, mistaking him for a real intruder, stabs him, forcing Stan to admit defeat and allow Hayley and Jeff to stay. The Ferrari Quest (Subplot)