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12. Grandpa's Car

Grandpa Arnold refuses to listen to the families concerns when he has trouble driving.

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After having several recent auto accidents that led to a license suspension, Grandpa Arnold ( David Huddleston ) refuses to listen to his family's concerns and refrain from driving while suspended. Frustrated, Grandpa finally asks Kevin to drive him back home, but resumes driving the car a short time later anyway. Their road trip takes many unexpected turns as Grandpa wishes to relive his cruising days, traveling to his favorite diners and roadside attractions. For the first time, Kevin notices Grandpa's old age catching up with him; and while reminiscing about the old days and not paying attention to the road, he nearly crashes the car. Grandpa finally accepts the fact that he's getting too old to drive and sells Kevin his 1965 Oldsmobile Cutlass --for one dollar. Now Kevin will always remember his first car because it was his grandfather's last. Recurring guest: David Huddleston as Grandpa Arnold.

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