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1982 Pontiac Trans Am
- In the original Knight Rider series, the character of KITT (Knight Industries Two Thousand) was physically embodied as a modified 1982 Pontiac Trans Am. KITT was designed by customizer Michael Scheffe. The convertible and super-pursuit KITTs were designed and built by George Barris.
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Feb 13, 2022 · According to a website called KittStillRocks, they own two of the surviving five-screen used “Knight Rider” Trans Ams. They also build KITT replicas for business. One is owned by a private collector and was loaned to Jay Leno for his show, Jay Leno's Garag e.
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While the original series stated the original KITT was designed by Wilton Knight, the 2008 TV movie implies Charles Graiman may have co-designed the car and the AI for Wilton Knight, was subsequently relocated to protect him and his family, and later designed the Knight Industries Three Thousand.
Mar 15, 2024 · According to Volo Car Museum, one spent a few years of its retirement at Universal Studios, and another owned by a private collector got airtime on Jay Leno's Garage.
Sep 21, 2020 · Due to its many abilities and ridiculously fast speeds, people often ask if KITT is a real car. While the car couldn't top out at over 200 miles per hour (mph) and many of its added features were aided by TV magic, it was based on a real vehicle — the Pontiac Trans Am.
Jun 19, 2023 · If the car was real, it would have been well worth over a million dollars with all the technology built into it. Unfortunately, the car was only dressed up for the TV show and almost nothing inside of it was functional.
Nov 19, 2021 · Though the original series has faded like many 80s classics, the impact of its famous car lives on fondly in the memories of all fans. If you’re looking for a true, hold-in-your-hands way to relive all your favourite Knight Rider adventures, the Fanhome 1:8 scale Knight Rider car replica is for you!
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