Knight Rider Semi Trailer FOUND After 36 Years! Can We Save It? Screen Used Dorsey Trailer for KITT!

[@glyptodon_ch]

It’s beautifully fitting that the later owners actually drove it around with a car inside it, without knowing its history.

[@skylined5534]

Ha, brilliant point!

[@arrowguy173]

Was thinking that too. Its post-KR life hauling other performance cars is both awesome and what saved it.

[@tubefr71]

We’ll you know, that’s what those kind of trailers are used for…

[@leejohnson6173]

Well that's what thoes trailers are for..what did you think they would do with it lol

[@JamesSmith-qs4hx]

At lest the J's didn't have it shipped off to China as scrap, unlike 911

[@NextNewsNetwork]

Absolutely amazing! Congratulations on the find!

[@VauxhallViva1975]

Bugger me! I never thought you would EVER find the trailer. I kinda had to agree with many who said it probably had turned into scrap-metal DECADES ago. Congratulations on your persistence. Well done! Truly incredible.

[@SaltyNationalist]

Now this, is a NEWSWORTHY story G..😉 Now we just have to wait until it's all completed and do a lost/found documentary..😂

[@RetroRecipes]

Unbelievable that it survived. Well done guys! What time will you be delivering it to my place?

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

It's on its way there now!

[@RetroRecipes]

😲

[@mattnik]

Two of my favorite channels in collaboration. Neat!

[@TheNiteinjail]

Unbelievable that the trailer survives... but then to find the original sales paperwork from the late 70's... That's some way out there stuff.

[@Code_Monkey]

@@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial shut the front door!!! 😀 😆

[@markmowbray1769]

Actually feeling some emotion to this discovery, well done chaps. If I was not in the uk 🇬🇧 I would offer me and my wire brush to help the massive restoration process. I look forward to seeing the updates and maybe the real thing one day 😀.

[@henriquegalvao6945]

You guys SERIOUSLY need be recognized by Universal. You are truly saviors and guardians of this beautiful and historical show. Love you guys, awesome work as always

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

I dont think Universal cares!

[@KRHExclusives]

Universal only cares if we use too much Knight Rider footage...copyright infringement... Ah, well, it's a cross we have to bear...

[@bletheringfool]

@@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial like any corporation, if someone with any clout there cares you're quids in. You need a John Favreau or J J Abrams

[@lo1bo2]

@@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial They don't care now, but I bet they'll be happy to swoop in and get publicity years from now when you finish the project. That's when you politely tell them where to go.

[@scotty197878]

You are right but it’s nice to be independent and not have massive brands taking their slice from the small guys. Love this project 👍

[@NewsNowCommunity]

Craigslist the removed items to recover some of your costs. Another drag racer or similar would likely be able to use the upper ramp? Anything you can sell helps fund the new build.

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

That's the plan!

[@jonhubbard5787]

Not sure where you’re located, but my wife and I would be interested in purchasing the stainless steel parts, and also some/all of cabinetry for our concession trailer. Btw as a kid I was a huge knight rider fan.. watched it any time it was on. The fact you guys even found one.. more or less both pieces.. ( tractor/trailer ) is amazing. The restoration would be a monumental feat.. hey, I do construction, and my wife can weld. Maybe we can work a deal out. Let’s us know. Thank you.

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

@@jonhubbard5787 We are in PA. How about you?

[@illinoistyrantNews]

Of all people lol.m what's UP NNC.... I follow this guy as well

[@NewsNowCommunity]

@@illinoistyrantNews Well, this weekend I m down with Covid. Sucks. Other than that, not much going on. I m a fan of historical vehicles do these guys caught my attention.

[@KnightRider46]

I’m genuinely shocked that you found it. And that the owner was happy to sell it to you. Fantastic work guys. Fantastic 👍

[@thehamachekco9132]

And I bet all those that said it was scrapped, lost and will never be found are now saying "congrats, knew you would find it!".... Gotta love the internet.

I'm so happy that you found it!!! knight Rider (or "El Auto Fantástico" as the series was called here) it's part of my childhood. I'm eager to see it restored and coupled with the truck again. Greetings from Argentina!!!🖖🏼

[@CharlesCo918]

Incredible! Good luck with your restoration and I can't wait to see the results, and maybe even in person some day! Like many viewers here, this was my childhood and you guys are bringing it back to life. Great work!

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Thank you very much!

[@beckygraham7824]

I can not believe you finally found the original screen-used trailer! This reminded me of when you released your video announcing you found the original screen-used semi! This video just makes me so happy! I love it! Keep up the good work!

[@AegisDivision01]

Oh my god, Knight Rider Historians - incredible! I'm so thrilled that you were able to track down the vehicle that has represented such a holy grail to you for so many years. Congratulations! I'm also very happy to know that the FLAG fleet is now fully reunited and in the hands of capable, caring custodians who will take care of it and preserve its legacy.

[@j.r.777]

Hey guys, my Dad was a long distance truck driver from the 1960’s forward. I grew up in San Diego around semis, different trailers and learning how to work on them. I also love Knight Rider too! How can I contact you guys? I may have material sources and if possible I can maybe even donate time and labor as well. I live in Colorado now but would love to help out in any way possible!

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Right on! Email us at [e-mail].

[@1mezion]

The fact that it survived is truly incredible It's like finding airwolf.

[@dh2032]

Airwolf got scrapped, the skeleton of it frame in or was out somewhere it be on KZbin

[@1mezion]

@@dh2032 actually it was the non-flying replica that was scrapped and used for parts the original flying version was sold after the show finished but it crashed in Germany. a real estate developer did have a replica of it on top his Beverly hills Mansion that was for sale helicopter included.

[@aiwoor]

the original airwolf was sold to hospital in germany and it crashed into a mountain turning a storm.

[@mrjsv4935]

Wow! Finding the screen used GMC General alone was amazing, but finding also the screen used trailer, after all this time, is pretty much a miracle :) It's amazing to realize, this is the first time when the GMC and the trailer is seen together after 1986, I was only about 11,5 years old at the time when the show was canceled, and now today, is the day to see these together again, simply stunning! :)

[@TheQuirkyGarage1999]

and me in 1986 i was -13 yo 😅

[@MrMayhem91181]

@@TheQuirkyGarage1999 There were actually 5 GMC Generals used onscreen.

[@MrMayhem91181]

Edit: i was remembering wrong. There were only 2 Generals used onscreen. But Joe Huth only has one of them to put with the trailer.

[@automanic5306]

Incredible work guys, and such an inspiration as to never give up and anything is possible!!! I’ve been a lifelong Knight Rider fan based in Northern Ireland… I’ve still audio cassettes that my dad recorded from the TV that I listened to going to bed as a child back when the show originally aired in the UK early eighties… I still have my original Knight Rider steering wheel set, walkie talkies (boxed and mint), place matts I ate my dinner off, and 1:18 Ertl model I saved up £10 pocket money to buy. I’ve a contact with a beautiful replica KITT too. And my mobile phone ringtone has always been the Knight Rider theme lol Thank you Knight Rider Historians for endless hour of pleasure watching all your videos… everyone in the house knows I’ve always them on lol. Massive congrats on finding both the original tractor and trailer units!!!! Working in commercials myself I appreciate the scale of everything. I wish I lived close by you so I could help you all!!!! My bucket list is to one day come over to meet you guys and see KITT and the Semi, but in the meantime, keep up the amazing work, and the “lone crusader in a dangerous world. The world… of the Knight Rider.” Warmest Regards, Simon

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Thanks so much, we are excited!

[@kevinknight2795]

YOU DID IT!!!!! I am so excited for the next chapter of this. Thank you Joe & Eric for your time and commitment! I am so happy for the entire KR community over this. I will help and contribute in any way possible!! I was totally jumping for joy when I saw the vid, when it was backed into its spot, and the use of the music at the end. Way to go guys!!!

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Thanks as always for your support, Kevin!

[@kyrauniversal]

​@@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial We all knew deep down you could pull it off. I would thank all of this community if I could, JUST because of how united we are to save these beautiful artifacts. The Knight Rider fans can have some that will gatekeep, but everyone else in the communities like this, have been very inviting. Edward Mulhare has a damn proud smile on his face wherever he is, bless his soul.

[@yellowbone5751]

THIS THING MAKE TO MUCH NOISE WHATEVER HAPPENED TO THE SEMI THAT USE TO BE A SOUNDSTAGE FOR THE BEER COMPANY 🍺 🤔 😐 😕 😒 🙄GAVE OUT FREE CONCERTS DURING THE SUMMER

[@catsbyondrepair]

Fu for giving rich fucks money

[@albertramirez797]

Sweet can't wait to see truck and trailer painted and hitting the road and do some crime fighting definitely need that right now

[@WolfKang1]

I have been following this channel for about a year now and have been quietly impressed by not only the level of research you guys undertake to verify existing screen used vehicles and props but also the fact that as many survive to this day as they do, regardless of current condition. But knowing you guys have been able to add this piece to the archive and collection completely blows my mind. A massive congratulations to you all.

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Thanks so much for.your support!

[@elisatornow8733]

If anyone COULD find it, it was you. Wow. Amazing that you've been able to recover a full set. The ultimate collectables. ❤ They are all in the best of hands now.

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Forever preserved and never to be lost again!

[@1blisslife]

The Hoff himself could probably fill in any details on the trailer. It would be nice to have him on an episode with a before & after reaction video. Also the hunt finally paid off! What an amazing story... Can't wait to see the progress of this new restoration.😊

[@1blisslife]

I also wonder what the juggernaut was originally? What kind of vehicle etc...🧐 🤔

[@tonyrooney6330]

@@1blisslife p

[@stevenkryptonite1641]

The only thing I noticed was how sketchy the original setup was with wood instead of metal an sadly a lot of movie magic as you know isn't ment to last long term I'm willing to bet that original design changed through the years.. an how saftey concerns were different then as now.. take the dukes of hazard... most of the cars were different an in-between season's major car tweeks were made.. because nothing was a daily driver it was movie magic driven.. just saying.. you can have a lot of th exact looks but with improved functionality an Saftey most definitely with today's technology hidden were prying eyes can't see.. even if you're a purest..🤔

[@vintageexcellence]

I bet the Hoff doesn’t know anything about it and didn’t pay attention at all at the time - he was just a pretty face that repeats lines.

[@1977TA]

I must admit I was doubtful the screen-used FLAG semi trailer would be found. There was hope in my heart that it was still out there somewhere but realistically I felt the odds of locating a 44-year-old trailer were 3,720 to 1. Surely it had met its end in an auto wrecker yard years ago. So you can imagine my surprise when I saw the thumbnail for this video appear in my suggested viewing list. What I did not consider was the screen used Flag semi-trailer was not just some ordinary hollow wooden box trailer. It was a utility van similar to a motor coach. It had a practical use that could be modified which allowed it to find steady work after Knight Rider was cancelled. That's what saved it from the wrecking yard. Congratulations guys! Reuniting the screen used FLAG semi with the screen used trailer is simply epic beyond the realm of things that are possible in the real world yet two pieces of television history that have been separated for 36 years are now together again. Safely in the hands of the right people who will ensure they are restored to their on-screen glory. The moment will come when the screen used KITT is driven up the ramp and parked inside the trailer. It would be so beautiful if Jack Gill is there to witness it even better if he is the one performing the stunt. It would be a fitting end to this long journey.

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

We would LOVE to show it to Jack when it's all done!

[@CCharlesHahn]

Not sure how many folks from the original cast are still around and available, but I think there ought to be a reunion of as many of them as possible for the first show where you pull up in the complete screen used semi rig and back a screen used KITT down the ramp. It truly is a colossal feat to bring all of this back together as you've managed to do.

[@rf396]

I would just like to say Congratulations to KRH and to the entire KR community here. As I said on another Vid I was already an adult when the show came out so I don't have the attachment of youth to it that you all do. But I am celebrating with you today because I truly admire the enthusiasm and the tenacity you all have for keeping the spirit of the show alive. All of you help me to remember a better time, when the world made sense. Cheers to you all and GREAT JOB!

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

What kind words! Thank you so much!

[@vistalite-ph4zw]

I admit, I did say there's a high possibility this trailer might be scrapped. 40-45ft step down van trailers are a diamond in the rough. Overall the trailer is still in great shape despite all the modifications it went through. I watched a video on a guy finding one of the original BJ and the Bear tractors and original trailers and fully restored them. Congratulations on finding it due you guys hard work and determination.

[@jimdempsey767]

Such amazing detective work and devotion over so many years! Just a fantastic story. Congratulations!

[@TwistedSMF]

Man the smile I had seeing the trailer finding a old friend again after 36 years. Now give it a loving pat and say..."We are so sorry" Great job guys!

[@petermclachlan-wortley3339]

What an amazing find guys,just brilliant..THE trailer that Jack reversed KITT out of so many times...you have a monumental task ahead..but it will so wortb it...only thing that could possibly be bigger is finding screen used KITT no.6...will be fantastic to watch the progress...well done again..

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Thanks Peter! We will try to keep any rogue biker gangs from stealing it again!

[@JustinMacri007]

@@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial you guys are to funny plesse get your own show

[@petermclachlan-wortley3339]

The semi wouldn't have been hijacked in the first place if RC was in the trailer and the semi was on auto-pilot..lol..

[@kerkines]

The sequence between 49:35 and 50:38 with the fitting musical ending gave me the absolute chills !! If there is one group of people that can restore not only the material but also the mental aspect of Knight Rider 40 years later, it's the Knight Rider Historians! Congratulations is not enough of a word!

[@kirk1015]

This is incredible. I CAN NOT believe you found it. Knight Rider history indeed. I've always wondered though. How does one get out of the car once it's in the trailer? There can't be much room to get the door open. Especially with the Trans-Am having long doors. Or are my eyes deceiving me?

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

We will let you know once we pull a Trans Am in there!

[@kirk1015]

@@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial hahaha, Im sure Jack Gill may have a few ideas. One could theoretically open the T-tops and climb up and over.

[@palletwizard]

#sherlockholmes

[@92camarodragcar73]

Windows roll down

[@StormsparkPegasus]

Even though the trailer is obviously not quite as wide as the set...it's still WAY bigger than it appears on screen. So I can see it being not that far off from the dimensions of the set. And all this time I thought on the show it was a TARDIS and bbigger on the inside.

[@Rimeau]

What a breakthrough, you guys will never cease to amaze me! I am very much looking forward to seeing the trailer return to glory. Thank you for everything you do!

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Thank you so much!

[@paulreichelt1259]

Congratulations guy's!.. I never thought of the trailer being used for racing boats or drag cars but it seems like a natural progression after Knight Rider . It would be interesting if someone at the sodablasters took photos of it before blasting and just maybe they coincidentally find your channel. I'm honestly really happy for you and wish you all the best with its restoration.. Respectfully Paul from South Australia.

[@arrowguy173]

HUGE respect for the years of dedication towards finding it! I used to attend all the Ohio shows back in the day and remember hearing that the semi definitely existed but at the time it was one of those pipe dreams. If anyone had the universe on their side in terms of finding the complete semi it is you guys. I too have the same drive when it comes to researching screen used props and love seeing details that tie a prop to specific scenes etc. so I appreciate all the time you’ve put into finding it and creating this extra special video (the opening credits are awesome btw). Couldn’t be happier that it is in your hands. Congrats!

[@saints093]

WOW!!!!!! I can't believe you found the actual screen used Knight Rider Semi trailer that went with the screen used semi truck, that is SO AWESOME, way to go Joe

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Thank you!

[@Stu047]

Massive congratulations on finding the trailer. Your persistence and commitment on this has been so impressive. What an amazing find. What a story!

[@modernvisionscc]

As someone who works in transportation, I would never have expected the trailer to survive all these years. However I did say if it would have survived it would have been with a racing team.

[@dh2032]

I remember a comment about

[@tbelding]

Frankly, I'm not as surprised. Seeing what rolls in and out of the parking lots of the warehouses of a few of my customers, as long as the ceiling doesn't rot through, they'll keep a trailer going until Doomsday. Being a west coast trailer, rain damage isn't as likely to happen.

[@dougc190]

I'm in shock that you guys actually found it. I figured it was going to be in somebody's yard but not set up the way it was. Just the fact it's so hard to find 70s even '80s semi trailers that can even be moved anymore without tons of money being spent on getting bearings breaks and air systems to work. There's a lot of stuff in there you guys could sell at least get a couple bucks back I'm sure you already know. I just see if it all works within reason of course.

[@haylsgo]

This is AMAZING NEWS guys. Knew if it still existed after all this time, you would find it. Look forwards to all the updates for it.

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

We are excited too!

[@HistoryX]

This video is hilarious! I love it! Searching for anything, let alone the Knight Rider trailer, for over a decade simply comes down to passion. Well done, guys! Great find!

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Thanks!

[@HistoryX]

@@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial I'm totally hooked and subscribed! Makes me want to watch the show all over again. Love all of the detective work... finding the crease on the driver's side, matching the four holes for the stunt rail. Great work!!! What state are you guys in?

[@seanmc7128]

HOLY CRAP!!!!!! You found the trailer!!!! I knew if it still existed you'd eventually find it but I thought it would take years to find. Wow I'm so happy for you guys! 👍

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

It did take many years to find!

[@seanmc7128]

@@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial man I'm watching this right now and I'm just blown away! For some reason I have season 4 Kitt being rebuilt background music playing in my head as I watch this lol

[@mystisith3984]

This is wonderful. Thanks for insuring the legacy of an important piece of my childhood. PS: First time tumbling on your channel. I see I have some catch up binge watching to do and I also subscribed obviously. You guys rock. 👍

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Thank youand welcome!

[@minkster5054]

Jaw dropping that you managed to find it in that condition. I knew you'd find out what happened to it eventually and was expecting a rusted wreck in a scrapyard. Amazing job!

[@bigdineroenrico4846]

There is something epic seeing the truck and trailer together again gives me the chills !

[@anoopseera]

Joe, AJ, Eric, well well. You mentioned on the patreon channel that something big was coming and you literally meant it! I am delighted for all of us, another piece of history recovered. Well done for never giving up and persevering since 2005! Looking forward to watching the restoration process and in years to come, seeing you recreate KITT driving up the ramp and down the ramp into the SEMI! 🚗🚛

[@babymarioshow8628]

I’ll be honest I kinda thought the trailer was destroyed in a accident or got scraped or it’s not in America, but I had my hopes up and I’m glad I did and I got really excited to see that you found the trailer.

[@denisohbrien]

Not even a big nightrider fan (tho obv enjoyed it when it was on TV) but got to applaud your dedication and also the use of public platforms like this for such an awesome story. thankyou! People like you keep history alive.

[@StormsparkPegasus]

It's funny, the set looks SO much bigger than the inside of the semi on the show. But it's really not that much bigger...it's just a little bit wider than the actual inside. I do want to know how someone got to the tractor from the trailer while it was driving down the road (as RC3 was shown to have done) though, since they are not actually connected to where you can walk from one to the other. Even in the show there was a big gap.

[@TheSergioTurbo]

You absolute madlads, you did it! The car, and the full semi, reunited! I wish I could help working on it, but unfortunately I happen to live on the other side of the Pond so that's not gonna be possible unfortunately. But I'll try to spare some change to help with the expenses.

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Thanks so much! Come over to the states for a visit!

[@krisbryant7100]

Not only a Knight-Rider fan. But a Trucker, this is awesome. Congrats on finding the Trailer. I can't wait to see The whole setup. Car, Truck and Trailer!!!

[@randallace]

Hello Eric!! I’m so glad you guys found it !! - Randall RKNIGHT

[@meljenins2854]

Congratulations on finding the truck and trailer I hope you're able to restore it back and I want to see the truck and trailer together I enjoy your episodes this was really great

[@mattw6749]

Someone invested a lot of money into this and looks to be in good condition for its age. I did think it world still exist, but didn't think it would still be so intact and usable.

[@Raynl1978]

I didn't think it would have been scrapped. A lot of old trailers end up used as storage on a lot after road use is over unless it is wrecked and cannot be repaired

[@skylined5534]

True. Here in the UK end of life trailers also get used to advertise on on motorways and twin lane dual carriageways.

[@almilhouse9059]

@@skylined5534 in fields, no planning needed as if they are asked to remove it they just move it a little bit 😂

[@Raynl1978]

I hauled bottled gas on a trailer built in 1943

[@Eremon1]

If I could have picked a person to help preserve Knight Rider history, I don't think I could have picked anywhere close to as good a person to do as this guy and any of his help he may have. Any of the material in your collection is in great hands and I find real comfort in that. Thanks for all the work you've put into this stuff.

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Thank you so much!

[@genius1a]

It's absolutely unbelieveable that you managed to find it, by doing these awesome, detail packed videos! Currently the trailer looks so different and still the owner mangaged to identify it and contact you! I am aware, that huge vehicles like this are enormous restoration tasks, compared to a basic passenger car restoration, because everything is so large and heavy - but at least the trailer is in amazingly good shape for its age! So well kept by the interimistic owners! I love your plan to install actual props inside - after all in the series it was convincingly made believeable, so it makes sense. I can't tell how thankful I am, that a passionate and capable historian team like you got hold of thes iconic screen used props, to shed light on the series, the background work and the actual props.

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Thank you so much for the kind words!

[@procta2343]

i recon the owner of it, must have been watching this channel,

[@JNC1973]

Unbelievable. I had my doubts that the trailer would ever be found but knew if anybody would ever find it it would be you guys. The only thing left to do after you get the semi all back together is to start filming new episodes of Knight Rider. I had no idea there was even a top section inside the trailer. After this is completed I'd say build a Goliath but it looks like after you get this semi finished you won't wanna even look at another 18 wheeler for a long time lol. And i thought putting a barbeque together was hard ! 😜👍

[@TheSjoerd]

Absolutely amazing!! Great job guys! Did not think it still existed. Can you tell us something about the previous owner? Like, was is easy for him to part with it? Was it still being used when you were notified? Did you buy it or trade another trailer for it? Very interesting to know!

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

We bought it. It had been used as a storage trailer for over a decade. The owner didn't know its history, he was just as blown away as we were!

[@kevelliot2928]

Hey so did he himself come across the find the trailer video and was like, wait is that in my backyard? Haha Is he a knight rider fan?

[@JustinMacri007]

@@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial joe can I have your cell maybe I can help maybe my freinds or uncle has connections

[@PKerusso]

@@JustinMacri007 lol. There is a email link in the description. He’s obviously not going to post it here publicly.

[@SuperDalite]

Great job. I’ve been following your videos off and on and this achievement is amazing. Your dedication and vast knowledge is astounding on the material.

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Thanks so much Steve!

[@kloaken]

I thought it was gone for sure, great detective work :)

[@puntomk1uk64]

It's amazing after all these years the semi and trailer are back together, how you guys find this stuff says a lot for your dedication and determination! The tool boxes etc.. inside could be sold on to help raise some funds towards the restoration, as imagine non of that is especially cheap either new or used.

[@Nathanm7977]

congrats finding the trailer . i know that they be scrap, but those bars up top are probably for a side or rear canopy system they added to it. can't wait to see how it turns out

[@Kift1991]

Congratulations on finding the original trailer. It will be fun watching your videos of the restoration progress as you get it back to the original screen used condition.

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Thanks 👍

[@donovaneddiealanhodges1499]

Stop the presses, people! This just in! Finally! After a few months of trying to locate the trailer, we have proof that it was no replica or standard trailer. It is the screen used DORSEY semi trailer from The Wrong Crowd. This is something everyone everywhere has been hungry for, as well as myself! Thank you so very very much for this moment to arrive! Let the reuniting of the trailer and truck commence at once! WOOO HOOO!!!

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Its so exciting, isn't it?!?

[@donovaneddiealanhodges1499]

@@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial Yes! It most certainly is! And I can't believe so many people were thinking that the trailer was considered as a scrapheap, right? Well, this is 100% original, and 0% scrapheap. I wonder if we can really recreate that opening from The Wrong Crowd. So iconic.

[@STiBebi]

Can't believe the old Dorsey survived 😍 You guys are truly amazing, really shame that -as you wrote in another answer - Universal do not care for your work. For your REALLY BIG work as a KR Historian, preserving props, gadgets, cars, the Semi and now the Trailer for the future. Many thanks from Hungary for your work!!!! Great content is coming!!!!

[@edwardlambert3246]

I clicked on this upload as soon as I saw it. I am so thrilled for you gentlemen, and the whole Knight Rider fan community! I have been watching your semi restoration videos for awhile now. Going back to when you found the semi. I always had hope that you would possibly find the trailer. I can't wait to see all the progress ahead! I also have hope that you will one day find Goliath as well, or at least its fate. "One man, (or men) can make a difference". Thank you Knight Rider Historians!

[@iixorb]

So pleased for you that you found the trailer! When I heard you were looking for it a few years ago, I thought there’d be no chance. Well here it is ! And in good condition too. Best of luck guys !

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Thanks so much!

[@richardmattocks]

Woohoo! I honestly never thought this day would come! So so awesome! 😁😁 Love the studio details like the stunt bar holes, side crease and other bolt details. So excited to watch it’s eventual adventure back to its former glory. Such an amazing find. So happy for you guys!

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Thank you! It's only the beginning!

[@Andy1341000]

Wow this is amazing, as a kid who grew up in the early-mid 2000’s watching Knight Rider from the age of six this is great news! My dad will also be quite surprised I’m sure although I may be more nostalgic about the show than he is lol.

[@michaelknight2721]

So pleased you have found the trailer for the semi it will be great when it's teamed up with the cab and restored.

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Thank you!

[@craigbeuker7636]

Seeing the two of them together again got me teared up. So incredible! Thank you guys for doing this. For putting your time and money into this, thank you.

[@barrybryan9676]

I think I have a copy of Knight Strike that you're looking for. Also congrats in finding the trailer. I always wondered what happened to it.

[@richardglasson621]

Thanks

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Thank you!

[@dibbsgaming]

This is incredible! Amazing work, it’s very early in the morning here in the UK but I’m super excited by this find and have to sit up and absorb it! Amazing!

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Watch it and then try to sleep!

[@wingerfan1]

Have you thought about just priming the trailer and doing a huge vinyl wrap? That could save time and money. Pretty cool to see that you guys found this. I knew it was still out there!

[@jokerfleckcast3196]

They will need to get rid of the rust first

[@dehavenfamilyfarm]

Fantastic detective work guys!! I want to come and tear into it- I'll bring my equipment LOL Could you cut the upper deck into pieces to make it easier to remove? Looking forward to seeing the restoration! Oh, and shout out to your very understanding wife who now has a trailer in the yard ;)

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Haha she’s very understanding! As for the upper deck, it will need to be removed in one piece

[@Csmjeffdavis]

@@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial why in one piece it was probably made in place and probably should be cut into pieces for removing.

[@sodacauldron9560]

I am absolutely thrilled for you guys! What a find! Such commitment to keep the memories of a wonderful show alive!

[@cthewave9955]

Joe, what an awesome milestone for you! Congratulations on this crusade.

[@paulgontarz7661]

Joe & Eric are there any new leads on tracking down the first GMC General from season 1 & 2 ? That's awesome you Guy's have the GMC General from season 3 & 4 & that's awesome you also have the dorsey trailer mobile command unit. That's awesome !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!knight Rider my favorite TV shows of all time in my life. Have fun with the restoration projects semi & trailer of course. Thanks Paul

[@philsmith6768]

Joe I think there's a TV show in this....are there no TV companies interested who could get involved and make a TV show out of this? We have loads of restoration type shows like that here in the UK. I will donate but this is huge and a huge part of TV history. It deserves more recognition outside of here I feel. Great work...

[@arrowguy173]

A great question - I think a production company would be the most interested if there were multiple TV/film vehicles out there that needed restored at the same time and and a show (with accompanying budget and funding) could be created, even if it’s a show with only a few episodes. It would be an ideal scenario if multiple iconic vehicles needed restoration, but I just don’t know if there really are that many that haven’t already been touched. The hero DeLorean for example would have been perfect for this kind of idea had it not been restored a few years ago. But there could always be an existing restoration show that understands the significance of finding the semi and included the restoration alongside whatever else they are featuring that season. The biggest problem would be finding a production that would allow Joe, Eric etc to remain in charge of the restoration as opposed to handing everything over to a shop that a show is already using. A few years ago there was a KITT built by Fast N Loud (I think) which I don’t remember doing KR justice (it was your typical drama-induced reality show) and worse was all the anti-KR comments from the typical viewers of those kind of shows.

[@nicholasfansler4301]

Absolutely amazing! So incredible you found it intact after so many years, cannot wait for the restoration to begin.

[@montymatth2409]

So glad you found the trailer!!! It’s complete now. Looking forward to the paint job video.

[@larryreynolds8580]

Absolutely excited that you found this with all of your diligence. Going to see what I can do to help. Thank you Joe and Eric. Another great video!

[@shadowshake2058]

Amazing, but something not mentioned that might be critial, having the trailer hook up to the semi be a good fitment. Restorations all important but the combine functionality will be also a factor

[@Hotpack7279]

Lovely Greetings from Germany. I was born 79 and this was the first TV series I watched on purpose as a kid. I was always in front of the TV on time. I think it's great that you didn't get discouraged and stuck with it. The world needs fans like you. A small contribution from me because you let me indulge in beautiful memories.

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Thank you so much!

[@LatitudeSky]

Congrats on the major find! I am not even a super fan of the show but I am a huge fan of the work you do and the depths you go to. There may be some other YT channels who might collaborate on some of the work you need. Diesel Creek, in Pennsylvania. Matt is huge on restoring heavy equipment and has the shop, skills and a ton of knowledge. JustTruckin, out of South Carolina. Justin drives a semi for a living and also restores and modifies cars, one of which is a TransAm. He knows a ton of people who work on the semis and trailers. No clue if they would be interested but this sort of thing is right up their alleys.

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Fantastic! Maybe someone can reach out to them with a link to this video and see what happens! Thanks so much!

[@dangerousandy]

After a really rubbish week, this has made me so happy! It is like solving a cold case, only better! Excellent detective work, lads.

[@EW-sb4ii]

That’s EXACTLY what I said to Joe! 😃

[@danielfoster2339]

Bravo!!!! Congratulations Joe!! After so many years of wondering, you guys have pulled off the miracle of the century, and now the real fun begins!

[@MrConjuror]

This is an amazing piece of history here. Quite overwhelming to think of you finding this. This must have taken your breath away to be around. Thanks for keeping this show alive with the work you do here.

[@davidjames1389]

Wow, absolutely amazing that you were able to find it!! So which interior are you planning to install inside? There were so many alternate looks over the four seasons. And also not sure I'd want to drive a screen-used KITT inside such a tight space myself, but certainly a replica would work.

[@unitrader403]

i think if they take some liberties with the Ramp and Floor and install some kind of Guide Rails to prevent coming too close to the Edge its fine. sure, It is not 100% original, but imo a compromise worth taking to safely recreate one of the main Stunts of the Show. (also you could make them easily removeable so they are only there when required) But well, i also think thatsome of the Modifications done to the Trailer should be kept, if reasonable. Because these Modifications are also part of the History of the Trailer now. (Thinking specifically about the Window that got added. It was not in the Original show, but it would have made sense there, especially if it also has KITTs "turn windows Black"-Feature) I havent seen all Knight Rider Episodes, but i think the Side where the Window is was never shown from the Inside in the show. Camera was pretty much always on the Passenger Side (i guess because that Side is the 4th Wall)

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Since we have the season 3/4 tractor, the entire setup will be a recreation of the season 4 semi, inside and out.

[@greggv8]

@@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial Are you going to put the climbing rail on the left rear corner?

[@BigFunnyGiant2]

So excited to see this! I’m glad the trailer was found.

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Thanks so much!!

[@PetesGuide]

OH MY FUCKING GOD! I was sure this would never happen, and SOOOOOOOO wanted to be completely wrong! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

We are in just as much shock!

[@PetesGuide]

@@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial Just finished watching a few seconds ago and am blown away. Not able to help much from all the way in California, but maybe I have a connection or two that might be able to help with one thing. Can you drop me an e-Mail? It’s in my channel trailer’s about page.

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

@@PetesGuide Email us at [e-mail]. Thanks!

[@paulgontarz7661]

Joe & Eric if you Guy's locate Goliath & the Goliath trailer would you ever think of purchasing Goliath & the Goliath trailer ? Yes - No ? Thanks paul

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

You never know!

[@UnknownRaiderGuy]

Soon as you finish with the trailer you guys got to get All the surviving cast members signatures on the trailer and truck 👍🏾

[@kevinperrett7128]

Great job guys. Loved the opening titles, like watching a new retro episode. You do amazing work with preservation and sympathetic restoration. Good luck guys.

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Thanks so much!

[@peacepoet36]

I've been waiting for you to find the trailer, and you did! Congratulations on finding it, guys! I know it's a VERY long road to get it back to the way it was from the show, but I know you guys will get it back to its original glory again, along with the semi, of course. Maybe you'll show it to the cast of Knight Rider, though I wished Edward Mulhare was alive to see it, but I know Devon is watching in spirit smiling. Awesome job, guys! Keep it up! Love watching your videos!

[@rwdplz1]

Imagine rolling up to a car show in the original Knight Rider semi, opening the trailer, and David Hasselhoff driving KITT out the back of it.

[@hyperwebbing]

Now that needs to happen

[@kevinbjohnson6550]

Phenomenal and unbelievable. You guys are incredible.

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Thank you!

[@paulgontarz7661]

Can't wait to see the semi & trailer back to the way it was on the show. Any leads on the fake sleeper for the semi ? Thanks Paul

[@cecwaterbury]

Omg! I never thought you'd find it! That's so amazing!

[@GarretGrayCamera]

I'd really like to know what the conversation was like with the owner. Was he a Knight Rider fan? Was he surprised someone wanted to buy his old trailer? What did he think of your plans to restore it to what it was? Great find. I imagined you sending the straw hat to Hasselhoff and him breaking into tears like it is his Rosebud.

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

He is an awesome guy, and was surprised to learn it was the Knight Rider trailer. He had watched the show back in the day but hadnt seen it in a long time, I believe. He thought it was awesome we were restoring it back to 1986 specs

[@johnwilliam384]

I guess that article I'd seen somewhere a few years ago had been wrong. It was said to have been done over in primer and unrecognizable, left to rust until it had been scrapped in 1992 or 1993. Could never find that article again.

[@KnightRiderHistoriansOfficial]

Totally wrong!