This brings back memories of riding in the cars with children and grandchildren. In fact, my daughter nearly fainted when we saw Cindy Crawford get off of Autopia and realized that she had been joking with her about being beaten to death by their kids. She had not recognized her.
I guess some people might take that as a fail. I think it is adorable. Maybe it is my age and I like the boost to my ego... but I love it when characters flirt with me.