Ep 12. The New Car

Step by Step season 1 episode 12, titled "The New Car," follows the antics of the Lambert and Foster families as they come together to purchase a new family car. The episode opens as Frank and Carol are on the hunt for the perfect family vehicle, but they can't seem to agree on anything. Frank wants a sports car, while Carol wants something practical. Meanwhile, the kids are busy scheming to get their own way.

J.T. and his friend, Rich, decide to take matters into their own hands and try to convince Frank that a sports car is the way to go. Eventually, Frank caves and decides to buy his dream car, a Corvette. However, when Carol sees the car, she is less than pleased and storms off.

As the family prepares to take their new car for a spin, they quickly realize that the Corvette is not exactly a practical family car. It only holds two people, has no trunk space, and is incredibly uncomfortable. The more time they spend in the car, the more they realize that they made a huge mistake.

In the meantime, Brendan and Dana have teamed up to try and convince Carol that they should buy a station wagon instead. However, Carol is adamant that she wants something smaller and more fuel-efficient. Eventually, they compromise on a minivan, which is spacious and practical.

As the episode progresses, the family tries to figure out what to do with the Corvette. They consider selling it, but Frank is reluctant to part with his dream car. Eventually, they come up with a solution that makes everyone happy: Frank will keep the Corvette for weekend joyrides, while they will use the minivan for family outings.

Throughout the episode, the family members have plenty of witty banter and hijinks. From J.T. and Rich scheming to Carol and Frank bickering, there are plenty of laughs to be had. The episode also touches on important themes like compromise and the importance of practicality.

Overall, Step by Step season 1 episode 12 is a fun and lighthearted episode that showcases the dynamics of the blended Lambert and Foster families. With a mix of humor and heart, it is a perfect example of the feel-good family sitcoms that were popular in the '90s.