Before Richie meets his Uncle Smart, Mr. Rich tells him that his uncle is very thrifty and it would make a good impression if Richie acted the same. All day, Uncle Smart suggests activities and Richie suggests a more thrifty option. This greatly impresses Uncle Smart, who says before parting that he would like to buy a nice gift for Richie to reward his thrift. Richie resolves to get the cheapest item wherever his Uncle takes him. Richie's parents are shocked to see Richie come home in a new limousine. Richie explains that it was the cheapest car at the dealership to which his uncle took him.