I don't have a kid but if I did I'd be hitting Costco to get 'em a car like dad's:
http://www.costco.com/.product.10000...ketingItemName

FWIW: The ad I just received in my e-mail says its $349 delivered.
* I'm at work and didn't take the time to scan to see if this has already posted. Hopefully it hasn't and I'm a hero.