Buying a Hollywood Icon: I waited 40 yrs to own KITT from Knight Rider

[@RetroRecipes]

Thanks for watching! Please consider supporting what we do so we can keep making videos like this: patreon.com/perifractic BTW Unfortunately the audio was muted at the end due to a copyright claim by Crazy Frog of all things. With permission from the musician this video featured a mashup of Axel F vs. Knight Rider. Mashups are protected under Fair Use law however the publisher chose to dispute this and I don't think it's worth my taking legal action; who knows how Crazy that Frog might get!

[@DrClawandMadCat83]

I think this IP, CR, and whatever else you call it has gotten to be a bit ridiculous…would Crazy Frog get upset if it was the music choice of a Radio D.J. who is just chatting? (Not using it as a recurring theme song) 🤦🤦. It is wise of you to not take this so serious and just move on. At any rate- Keep Going! 👍☮️

[@jeremyhall7495]

@Phillip M. That's your opinion. A bit dour, lighten up...in My Opinion (everyone's got one), I like Retro Recipes reasons for fair copyright usage. Keep going yourself, it's great to have alternate viewpoints.

[@Alex420DT]

Did you dispute it and explain that? I get them on my videos using music that came with a free video editor. I dispute them and explain and it gets removed.

[@Ultrarunnerdad]

This is so cool. I used a KITT stunt car (From series 2 I believe) as my Wedding car in 2006. Owner still has it over here in the UK.

[@michaelblum410]

Always amazes me how shipping companies have somehow convinced the world that delivering an Item from Point A to Point B in one piece is beyond their control and completely someone else's problem.

[@MacXpert74]

This surprises me too. Aren't they responsible for damage done during shipping?

[@darkcognitive]

@@MacXpert74They are, but sometimes there are clauses where if you sign for it, it means you accept the item in the condition that it’s in. Which is always a ridiculous concept , because of course you are going to sign for it after waiting so long, rather than refuse delivery and have it sent all the way back to in this case, the UK. And most of the time whatever you have ordered is fully packed into a box and it’s unreasonable to expect the delivery driver to wait whilst you unpack and inspect it all. Then to add further confusion to the mix, many couriers wont let you open it (even to inspect it) until…..you guessed it…. You’ve signed for it!!! So it’s a massive clusterf**k that’s probably designed that way to minimise returns and refunds. I had an argument with a courier not long ago when I made them wait until i inspect an item before signing for it, I had ordered a fish tank and the first 2 had arrived broken and was a nightmare to send back, the third arrived broken as well, i could hear the glass moving around in the box, so i refused to sign for it until i had opened it (mainly to prove it was obviously broken), the delivery driver didn’t know what to do, didnt want me opening it until i signed for it, so he phoned his boss and everything. In the end he had no option but to take it back as i refused delivery.

[@lcfflc3887]

@@MacXpert74 there is no way to prove they damaged anything unless the seller took a video before wrapping it up.

[@MacXpert74]

@@lcfflc3887That's true. I expected that the seller DID take pictures before sending it off. But maybe he didn't, I don't know.

[@Cloxxki]

I wonder whether some of that may have been due to extreme heat in a container under the sun. We could say the car's in safe hands now but we saw the treatment that hubcap got 😀

[@lancejones4636]

Thanks for not being fake with your reaction. That was so amazing and human. You turned something kinda sad (for now) into something quite funny -- with that emoji. I really enjoy watching your discoveries and adventures, Christian, because you're so honest about how you feel. Well done, man.

[@RetroRecipes]

Thank you for your kind words Lance! Means a lot 👍🕹

[@Ldunk]

Heya Lance, I'm a Lance also, where are you from? I'm from New Orleans.

[@lancejones4636]

@@Ldunk hey Lance! I’m in Victoria BC. Hope you’re having a chill weekend.

[@Ldunk]

@@lancejones4636 excellent weekend thanks, getting ready for mother's day cookout, how about you?

[@Wethepeople0704]

Awesome 😎 Peri! Can’t wait to see all the gadgets and gizmos you will add to Kitt. Wish you the best.

[@falksweden]

A car like that built by someone else can't be perfect, now it's up to you to make it _your_ KITT. Happy for you and can't wait to follow you and KITT on your adventures!

[@lucasRem-ku6eb]

They used a normal car for these Shows, just as Back to the Future, anyone can own them !

[@sovietonion72]

It should have been in better shape than that, I'd be soo pissed off.

[@Rockedingdon]

An AI voice wold be appropriate for KITT

[@Essjaythegreat]

Genuinely happy for this guy, got a little emotional alongside watching him see his dream come to life, well done for sticking with your inner childhood dream and ambitions, and not letting them die with age, also thx for sharing your experiences 🙂

[@Reed-Publications]

It's almost better that the car arrived in that condition, because it gives you the chance to rebuild it from the ground up using your own two hands. It may not have been the reveal you were expecting, but just think of the feeling you had as a kid when K.I.T.T. was brought back to his former glory at the end of the Junkyard Dog episode. 🥳

[@RetroRecipes]

You're right - it's going to make the big reveal all the more rewarding!

[@Reed-Publications]

@@RetroRecipes Plus it gives your viewers more great content to watch. 😉

[@SoulPoetryandOtherWorks]

@@RetroRecipes Does this mean you are going for the super-pursiut version of KIIT? Now that would be a challenge to get those side aerofoils and nose to go in and out. Not to mention the rear wing extension. Personally, I preferred the pre-facelift version of KITT.

[@ABRetroCollections]

I would have been pissed if a KITT clone came to me like that. $25K down the drain, and it's not even a 5.0L variant of a Firebird. Now there's a reason to get rid of the 3.1L for something else as well.

[@RetroRecipes]

@@SoulPoetryandOtherWorks Yeah I prefer traditional KITT from Seasons 1-3 too.

[@TVsHasselhoff]

"Bonnie" in the opening credits might have been the best part of video. You're living the dream through the success of this channel. Congratulations! Jealous admiration from this subscriber, but you've definitely earned it. And, obviously, you've purchased one of my dream cars. Good luck with everything!

[@RetroRecipes]

Jobaker Holdonaminute

[@TVsHasselhoff]

@@RetroRecipes if you're wondering, I've had this name for twenty years, starting with the launch of Xbox Live. Love your content. Give Holdonaminute my regards.

[@carledwards9477]

I could feel your emotions all the way down here in South Africa. So sad that there was damage, but it means that you are about to make Kitt YOUR Kitt! Congrats and thank you so much for sharing this journey!

[@KRHExclusives]

10:35 And we LOVE the T-shirt you wore for the experience! Thank you! As much of a mixed back of emotions that we KNOW you were going through...you've done a great thing here, Peri...and thank you for sharing the experience with all of us...SO many of us have been here, and you captured the entire experience (good, bad & ugly) VERY well here...a true feat in and of itself... "Your journey has just....just begun...."

[@RetroRecipes]

Thanks AJ! Glad you spotted your Knight Rider Historians T-shirt ;-) You're very welcome for sharing - I think this will be much more fun for me, and for all my like-minded fellow KR (and KRH) fans if I do. Glad you liked it. And remember, one T-shirt can make a difference.

[@NicVandEmZ]

@@RetroRecipes you should add a Tesla parts to it to get auto driving features AND MAKE IT ELECTRIC

[@RetroRecipes]

@@NicVandEmZ Unfortunately likely impossible as all the Tesla cameras have to line up to where it expects them to be on a Model 3. I discussed this in my first KITTesla vid - check it out 👍🕹

[@christopherjackson2157]

There's nothing like seizing your dream and living it out in real life. So happy for you! ❤🎉😊

[@davidh4548]

No exaggeration, at 8:34 when the truck arrived and the KR2000 music started playing, I got goosebumps! Congrats!! Though I will add that the condition situation must have been a little hard to take with all the excitement. It'll be fine, you'll make it yours and enjoy it all the way as you bring KITT back to life!

[@stewartg2101]

Aww man, just watching this has put one big smile on my face and actually gave me goose bumps at one point! The feeling you get when you obtain something that you loved as a child is fantastic, It turns you straight into a giddy big kid! So so chuffed for you and ever so slightly envious. I can't wait to see how you get on with the restoration. Enjoy sir. All the best Stewart (UK). 👍👍😊😊

[@Käptn_Wirrbart]

Yes! Its kinda feeling things come to a man who deserves this for real! I would love to own a delorean time machine on my own. Guess this will never happen. But I would for real havin' tears in my eyes if a truck would come round the corner and deliver it.

[@RetroRecipes]

Thanks so much Stewart - so many nice comments here! Please enjoy it through me because it's a pleasure sharing the experience with all of you like-minded KR fans 🙏

[@cutter6900]

My heart racing when you lose the hubcap (even after the foreshadowing)... then the shot of K.I.T.T. as you walk back... perfect. For those of us who grew up then, it's not just a car. As always - great episode! ✌

[@RetroRecipes]

That's kind of when it hit home... returning to KITT for the first time :)

[@shanebumpurs]

Living vicariously through you on this. I was that kid also. Thanks for sharing the excitement. The dirts no big deal, but the other uh ohs, is heartbreaking.

[@rrdavis7476]

I sincerely congratulate you on “Finally” for filling your boy hood dream by now owning your own KITT. I personally still dream of owning my own. Enjoy those drives into the desert sunset!

[@UsamaalBinni]

We're nearly the same age and owning a KITT is still a dream of mine. Totally identified with the roller coaster emotions you went through. Would love to see this project develop

[@qalba3016]

I’m also 49 now and I did watch the show back in the 80’s I was a child and I was impressed with KITT, Congratulations on your new car I hope you will enjoy every mile Cheers 🍻

[@techstuff7414]

Years ago I bought an old car sight unseen off the internet. It looked immaculate in the photos and was described by the seller as only needing a few minor mechanical things done to be perfect. When I got there and picked it up, it had cosmetic damage (both interior and exterior) which wasn't visible in the photos, and a variety of other issues. The indicators and horn didn't work. It had an issue with the fuel pump which made it stall randomly while driving. I thought I had made a big mistake, but after some time passes and emotions settle you stop caring about the first impressions anymore. I still own the car today and wouldn't sell it for any amount of money. I'm glad I bought it and am planning to keep it forever. You'll fix Kitt back up and make it the car it deserves to be.

[@RetroRepairGuy]

Waiting so long for something you desire so much makes it all the better. Anyone would be happy to have it even with small imperfections. And from what I see on this channel, I know you'll make it perfect. Really cool stuff Perifractic!

[@TheMsLourdes]

That reaction were it me would be pretty much the same with a "We'll get you fixed up buddy." followed by a car hug. 49 yr old woman in the midwest here rebuilding her and her children's lives and has vowed also when she was little to one day have a KITT... also became a software engineer, for rather obvious reasons :) Congratulations Peri !!!!! Can't wiat to see you bring him back to Bonnie's Standards :)

[@michaelcartwright1260]

I'm happy for you Peri. I understand the condition must have been galling in the moment but I also know that you will do your best to turn it around into the best replica you can.

[@kingmonkey25]

I think you took a lot of us with you on this emotional journey - thanks for sharing the good and the bad, experiencing the thrill & happiness of getting your hands on something you've longed to own for such a long time but then mixed with the emotion of it not being as good as you'd hoped (especially when it's caused by a 3rd party) is always bittersweet. I'm looking forward to seeing more of it on the channel as you make it the best KITT out there and then you doing a retrospective of this video showing the progress made.

[@Dorelaxen]

I can barely manage to get even a small package delivered undamaged anymore. I guess the fact that it came to you in one piece is actually pretty impressive. But, now you have a really fun restoration project ahead of you!

[@nickfifteen]

100%! And knowing how much Peri is into modding and tinkering, I'm sure he'll have a field day with getting it fixed up. I know I would!

[@daviekuklatv]

alot of us were taken by that as kids, and for the lucky few to grow up and Own one must be a dream come true, same with the dukes General Lee or the smokey and the bandit pontiac

[@LewisCollard]

Taking a moment to appreciate how well the intro video with your gang was made here :) Gave me a big smile because you nailed the aesthetic perfectly! As for the rest...well, that could have gone better, but take it as an opportunity to make it fully yours. Cheers!

[@g_g_chris]

I don't know how i got here but you sir made my day with this video. I can't tell you how sad i felt seeing all the broken parts of your KITT. I can only image how you must have felt. Truly a beautiful car. greetings and hope you'll have a wonderful time with KITT.

[@marvindroogsma7989]

I feel blessed to be able to have sponsored your dream come true for a tiny tiny tiny part. The expression on your face was tangible all the way in The Netherlands. I hope The Hoff will sit in this car at some point!

[@RetroRecipes]

You absolutely did contribute mate! Thank you from me and KITT.

[@more.power.]

A flood of old memories filled my head and the wonderful feeling of seeing my children sitting in one of the TV episode Kitt cars. Memories i thought had long past. Thank you

[@thebiggerbyte5991]

Congratulations! Delighted that your childhood dream has come true! It's a pity about the damage and I hope the insurance will take care of it, but there is more interest in Knight Rider now than there has ever been since it ended and I am sure that you and the KR community will make this the ultimate KITT replica.

[@alanashworth9414]

Knight rider was one of my favourite shows as a kid. loved Air wolf, A-team and Dukes of Hazzard also. Nice to see KITT will get some love.

[@skyrocketautomotive]

I really need to watch more of your videos before I comment... I'm so sorry there was so much damage done to this gorgeous old girl, I really feel for you. I can only think of how shallow someone's life must be to damage something that's had so much effort put in out of pure jealousy. I hope it didn't dampen the experience too much. At the end of all of it, you've got KITT! That really is some dashboard!

[@navigatingthedestination]

I know you will do Kitt proud by rebuilding it into something amazing. You will definitely want to customize the seat brackets to lower the driver's seat. I had a 83 camaro years ago and I had to customize the seat brackets and even the cushion to give myself more head room. Congratulations on buying Kitt.

[@TimmyJoe633]

I was expecting the dash to be dissapointing, but was really impressed with its functionality, looking forward to seeing what you've got planned with it 😊

[@RetroRecipes]

Yeah, under that grime it's really good. This is the ZA version of the dash which has a lot of great options and bells n whistles - all to be explored!

[@aaronbrenkus9126]

Most Excellent you found one, now its time to make your KITT Kit the best KITT Kit there is! I hope to watch many more videos on this. And I am quite jealous you have started on the path to your childhood dream. And a lot happy for you. You are gonna have a blast making this your own!!!!

[@waynerowlinson6177]

Wow. I'm a few years older than you, and have gone into full Geek overload. I already loved your channel for everything Commodore, but this just put me over the top. Congratulations on owning your dream car!

[@geoffersmaher]

I'd say you got a lot more than a 1/4 of the 100 grand car for 1/4 of the price. Doesn't look like anything too difficult to fix with a solid base so you did good. If it was perfect it wouldn't have cost 25k delivered. Looking forward to the updates and crying inside or not it's yours now and we can all see you're happy to get inside it finally

[@FirstDan2000]

I love your production values. From elaborating the Knight Rider caption at the beginning to the Axel Knight soundtrack at the end, this whole video had me smiling or LOLing all the way through.

[@RetroRecipes]

Brilliant!

[@anoopseera]

My my, firstly congratulations on achieving a childhood dream. I got emotional with you throughout the video and appreciate you giving us a front seat view of a very special moment in your life that you will never forget. Looking forward to seeing how KITT progresses. All the best, Anoop

[@pinball541]

Awesome pickup! I have been a Knight Rider fan since 1982 when I was 6 years old. This show is what got me to be a Pontiac fan. I have owned several Pontiacs previously, & I currently own 3 Pontiac cars currently. I own a Pontiac G8, G5, & a 04 Grand Am GT coupe. The fun part is making the car how you want it. In the future you can have the car converted to having T- Tops, just like Knight Rider Historians screen used car that was originally a hard top car. Again, CONGRATULATIONS, & let's hope Kittesla doesn't get jealous of his new sibling! Hello from Phoenix Arizona❕🔥

[@KaivalaJenva]

Congratulations on realizing a childhood dream of so many of us have. Also very high marks on the music

[@JustWasted3HoursHere]

Man, you held in your negative feelings a lot better than I would have. I would have been FURIOUS seeing the terrible state the car was in. I hope you can get the insurance claim and get those items fixed!

[@bzuidgeest]

It might have been built mediocre. The shipping could not have helped, but who knows how much gum and duct tape is holding that thing together. It's a project car on a budget. And it wasn't a great car to begin with... Though now iconic.

[@JustWasted3HoursHere]

@@bzuidgeest It just seems odd that someone would spend all the money, time and effort to buy this car in California and have it shipped all the way across the ocean - not cheap! - and then do a half-assed job on the project. Maybe a case of biting off more than they could chew.

[@smileykot2834]

@@JustWasted3HoursHere Or here's a thought, the idiots at customs took the car apart and didn't fix it back. I've had that experience quite recently.

[@JustWasted3HoursHere]

@@smileykot2834 Could be too. There are some people who would try to smuggle in drugs or whatnot in the fog lights of a car...

[@tonymontana897]

@@smileykot2834 Yep, it is possible. Customs can be real assholes when it comes to other people's property. They have a license to damage and destroy.

[@nickcox8049]

Hats off to you for getting the best car in the world. Once you have finished it to top spec for Kitt. Enjoy yourself.

[@devcybiko]

Congrats! There are few joys greater than meeting your childhood heroes... except possibly owning it! I am looking forward to future stories of KittFractic!

[@PopCultureGamers]

Absolutely amazing, I could sense your joy and frustration in equal amounts with the damage but that can be remedied. I grew up with Knight Rider (being 52 in the UK) and just wow, living a childhood dream, so envious!

[@andrewfield176]

Really sorry it arrived in such a state - not fair and you did put a brave face on it. The whole thing will be that much more of an achievement & improvement with everything amazing you’ll be able to do with it. Best of luck with it all and looking forward to the journey. Far better than it arriving in perfect quality!

[@davidebellini2694]

Wow! Can't wait to see the transformation, to enjoy the journey! KITT is in my heart since I was a child too.

[@remaincalm2]

Why was I also getting emotional? It's not even my car! Your videos are so good, you literally bring us along with you for the ride. I'm sure you'll get all the bits fixed and it will end up being as perfect as an original studio model. Give it some time. Congratulations!

[@RetroRecipes]

Thank you for your kind words! Means a lot 👍🕹 And luckily the studio models were far from perfect ;)

[@remaincalm2]

@@RetroRecipes That's true. Sets and props in the days of NTSC/PAL could afford to be a bit ropey. Not so much now with 4K. The camera sees all! I hope you've washed all the sea salt off KITT and had a reliable mechanic give it a safety check. Wishing you happy and safe driving.

[@Kyle7K]

I remember getting KITT "blue prints" by mail back in the day. Was always a dream to build or buy one. Unfortunately I won't ever be so lucky, its just not in my cards unless miracle happens. But I am truly happy for you and for those who's KITT dreams do come true.

[@monkeysyndicate]

You know, it's really not that bad, you will be able to fix the cosmetic issues with the skills and resources you have. The main thing is the bodywork seems really sound and mechanically it runs after being in a shipping container for a month! I've been there with older cars and they can be a money sink. But, they are also nostalgic and unique which is why we are drawn to them - same reason we get our old consoles out of the attic :) You bought very well, don't worry 👍

[@zajcevgaming]

i glad to see a man who manage to realize his chilhood dream , its not perfect like my english but you will fix it and we all see real KItT , greatings from poland i w8 to see KITT fully working some day

[@tamiyarestorers]

I’m so pleased for you, you’re doing what many of us dreamed of doing as kids and as adults! Absolutely awesome 😎

[@theknightrider_ch]

Nice to see you've got your own KITT replica ! And i totally agree "This never get's old" i'm now working for more than 8 Years on my KITT and i still have things to do. Keep us updated about your KITT and whenever you need informations or help. I'm here. 🙂

[@RetroRecipes]

Thank you!

[@TastierBackInThe80s]

Well done Perius Maximus. I look forward to any update of KITT's restoration progress. Hoping for a colab with Knight Rider Historians so there can be a huge geek session over the correctness of interior and exterior details.

[@burnrubber7547]

I absolutely loved knight rider as a child. This is such an awesome project. Your dream is becoming mine as well to see you restore this awesome machine Perifractic. Quality.

[@ITGuyinaction]

👍 👍 👍 I remember well how strong emotions this TV series caused at the time of my childhood. However it's always good to return to those times. In many different ways. Also old computers are a good example of such a return! Thanks for this amazing video!

[@TillmanZ]

Edwoof Doghare!!! 😂 I haven't even seen the video past those amazing retro intro scenes! Priceless! 😄👍🏻 (and of course your Hasselhoff smile-and-stance is near perfect! 😄)

[@knightrcer]

Congratulations on buying your own kitt. What you've done is something that millions of kids wish they still could do wearing adult bodies. I can't wait to see how well you improve everything starting with scanner.

[@Buck3366]

To buy something that gave such joy and fun to many a child and adult of the 80s is super cool. KITT will always be instantly recognisable the world over. You are doing what a lot of guys would love to have the chance to do so i’m tagging along in spirit for the ride if that’s ok? 😄 Greetings from Staffordshire back in the UK.

[@RetroRecipes]

Absolutely okay by me!!

[@serpentza]

Why? Why the v6? Why no T-Tops?

[@s13zenki]

mate, did you watch the video? did you listen to anything he said in the first few minutes?

[@joshuamacdonald4913]

I can barely remember watching the show. I am glad this car gives you joy. I haven't felt joy behind the wheel in 9 years, ever since my old truck finally went to its resting place. Too many repairs for me to keep up with. Even when I bought my fist "new car" (and only one to date) It was more the joy of fuel savings more then anything else.

[@peterrylander2415]

The feeling I saw in your face when you received the car reminds me of what I felt one year ago when I took a long train ride to buy my own Kitt. I had dreamed about owning one since I was a kid and built up a impossible dream, that in retrospect had no chance to come thru. The moment I sat in the car and drove it around the block my dream was chattered.. :(It was not the feeling I wanted and I was devastated. I think it was a combination of things that made me feel that. I had never been in a old Pontiac before and was not prepared how small it was inside (everything looks so big in the show), the steering to close to my body, the gadgets didn't look so cool up close, the car movements when driving.. Yeah, not a modern car... I was so sure that I was gonna buy my own Kitt that I had not thought about a possible train ride back home. But I had to say no to it and turn home without it. I felt so sad.. I still dream from time to time that I could find a Kitt and get that feeling I dreamed of for so many years. I'm glad to see your honest feelings in this video and despite the initial let down, that you plan to make it the best possible Kitt for you. I really hope that you'll get to the point that it matches your dream. I'll definitely will follow this project and It may give me back a desire to do try and get my own kitt again. Cheers!

[@RetroRecipes]

I totally feel for you. Don't give up! Find one that hits that spot for you...

[@norlandphotography]

I live in berkshire in the UK,I used to garage my car behind a block flats,there was 26 garages in total.Roughly 6 garages down from me had the exact make and model of KITT my draw hit the floor literally,all I remember was the black paint finish it was so deep it was exceptionally striking.Super shiny too.Few years later the chap must have sold it and bought a black Mk2 Jaguar.

[@lemonherb1]

Congratulations on realizing your dream! I know you're going to have to play Bonnie for a bit, but that's just more content for your channel. Looking forward to future instalments, I'm sure lots of people who can help you on your journey to restoring this KITT replica!

[@piscesplayer9473]

That is awesome! If you ever find your gear shifter stuck and find out the shifter cable has melted: make sure your engine is ground right. It was a common problem of 80's Fisher bodies and how my 87 Monte Carlo SS got it's name, Sparky.

[@HAGSLAB]

That was part awesome, but also part devastating to watch. Must have been a weird mix of feelings and thoughts flowing through your body during this. That said, I think this will turn into an amazing project and lots of entertainment for us. I really hope you'll have lots of fun during the process and end up with an amazing result that you'll be happy with. Thank you for the ride so far! :)

[@RockyPeroxide]

Wow, what a rollercoaster. I must admit, I cried a bit. Thank you for sharing!

[@Eminem200183]

I’m happy for you my friend for getting the childhood car that you always wanted. Bonus points for plugging PCBWay, despite being in the hot car. Can’t wait for future videos as you build the K.I.T.T.

[@RetroRecipes]

hehe well the PCB was just sitting there...

[@FirstDan2000]

Yeah he's a consummate perifessional.

[@send2mc]

I can feel your excitement. The working display is more than I expected. Congratulations 🎉

[@helldog3105]

It looks like you will have some fantastic repair and rebuild videos coming up in the future. Thank you for sharing your dreams with us.

[@sonicr360]

Well done on getting KITT! When can we see another video as I am very interested to see how things are going now the car is in your ownership! Love your honesty as well .... I think I would have been in utter shock on the arrival of KITT! And a little cross! I hope you can get the issues resolved!

[@RetroRecipes]

I hope to release the next part in about a month! Thanks!

[@sonicr360]

@@RetroRecipes If you press Turbo Boost it could be done in half the time. :-)

[@gazorbo.]

Awesome! In a way, it's not that bad that it's not mint because I can't wait for all your future videos fixing it to it's deserved glory.

[@RetroRecipes]

They're a coming!

[@nothingtodeclare4589]

Man...the goosebumps I got when you stepped in KITT...congratulations to you for making your childhood dream a reality.

[@mrjsv4935]

Awesome KITT replica, congratulations 😃 Might need a little cleaning and some finishing touches, but it's in good starting point, the KITT parts are there, the electronics seems to work, and so on. Hope to see videos of your KITT at the actual Knight Rider filming locations at some point 🙂

[@jzmmm]

Purely due to nostalgia, and the fact that i was obsessed with this car when i was an 8yr old watching this show, i think it's the coolest car ever made.

[@cyberhawk99]

I'm soooo happy for you! I actually love the fact that it's a work in progress. Restoration and tweak videos galore and with all your electronic skills, this is going to be pure joy. :)

[@G0nz0uk]

I'm so pleased for you Peri, she's home after a long journey and only needs a little tlc that's all, no doubt she will get that from you. I get goose bumps whenever I hear the KR theme tune and like you if I'd ever get the chance to own one I'd also get emotional. Love this channel, keep up the great work.

[@nothinghere2602]

Can't wait to see the episodes on how you fix it up.

[@kevinknight2795]

Congrats on the purchase. We gotta get you the correct style fog lights, a good scanner, and search out Chris Oliver or Trinity Blue for his mild steel replica hubcaps. They are FANTASTIC, and you will be 200% confident you will never lose another.

[@avermeule]

Whoohoo! 🎉 This is just pure awesomeness! ☺️🙏🏻 Extremely happy for you Peri! You got this.

[@linuxknight]

I was wondering if the KITTesla project stuff was going to lead to you getting an actual KITT replica, and here it is! Although it is in a bit rough shape we know you will bring KITT back to his full glory, and even better bring us along for the ride. Can't wait to see it!

[@Yogurt1701]

Dude, glad you got it. But totally on board with you being gutted about the condition. I'd have been gutted too! Still, hopefully not an issue for a man of your talents. Looking forward to seeing what you do in future videos :)

[@bzuidgeest]

He got it for a quarter of the price of the average kitt clone. The condition shouldn't have been a real surprise. Though shipping seemed not to have helped things. You get what you pay for.

[@pettersvard5990]

Chris chasing the hubcap made my day :) Presonally I am a little too young to have any relationship with KITT but I will follow this journey anyways since I know it will make for some awesome videos!

[@paulphoenix1973]

Doubt this car will pass its MOT. Looks like it's ready for the scrap.Thanks anyway for the fond memories.

[@davidmetlesits972]

I will probably never have the chance to have a KITT replica, if not for the fact that I can't drive. I have met a KITT replica a couple of years ago, he was part of a retro car exhibit at a mall. I literally started crying, having met my childhood hero. He was cordoned off, but I crawled under the cordons just to pet his "nose", at the scanner. "Hello, old friend", I said, wiping happy tears from my eyes. I asked a nice young couple to take photos of me with KITT with my phone. One of my greatest experiences, ever!

[@GeorgesChannel]

Congratulations Perifractic you absolutly deserve it! I heard you need some new wheel-caps :) Love your crazyness..:)

[@RetroRecipes]

Thank you for the donation towards the new hubcap! Much appreciated!

[@QIKUGAMES-QIKU]

@@RetroRecipes looks like deliberate damage to

[@GeorgesChannel]

@@RetroRecipes You are always welcome. 🙂Best wishes to your new project. You also inspired me to make a new animation on an Atari ST: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJ7TopqVlt-MY7s

[@honestjoe7940]

eah he deserves a 25k Car, while others are homeless. Why does he deserve the price of a house, for a car?

[@ScrapKing73]

I was much more of an Air Wolf fan than I was a Knight Rider person. But I’m glad you’re excited. :-)

[@BaconFire]

We are looking forward to new KITT videos from you and what the end results will be. Thanks for sharing such a joyous moment in your life with us. :)

[@Käptn_Wirrbart]

Peri, this is so wonderful that KITT is in good hands now. In the hands of a humble person who will take good care of him. I am in a blast to follow your journey bringing back KITT to its full former glory. Take it as a chance that he isn't in perfect condition yet - so you can make the car your very personal own KITTfractic.

[@DaveDGRGray]

@ 11:00 I felt that... I'd be overwhelmed at that point too! So glad as a lifelong fan, you got your hands on one. You're a proper nice bloke, so really happy for you! Now, at 42, I may have to get me one! :)

[@RetroRecipes]

Dewit!

[@mistyme3607]

I am a 48 year old badass truck driver, well I was until you made me get teary-eyed. You took me for a ride to my childhood. Thank you.

[@rectify2003]

Wow !! - I sat in Kitt when I went to Universal Studios. There is a Photo of me and Kitt

[@ninjamaster3453]

13:40 remember in the episode Goliath Part 2 where Michael pulls out the car manual after they get rolled by the truck. "thank you for purchasing a Knight Rider 2000" That's what I'm reminded of.

[@stevelapierre4776]

Crikey.. I am so proud and glad of you.. you got your very own K.I.T.T.... I know the transportation did a rough job on the car but with what you made Kitt-Tesla.. I know you will make this into a work of art.. and this is unique and very special time for you.. Love the car and congrats and hope you well... You deserve the best and got your (and mine) childhood dream.. so well done.. ! Ace...! *oh one note.. K.I.T.T does not like to sit in the sun to long.. you know how he is.. lol.. just saying...!!!! again well done!😊👌

[@matthewmillaisgray]

...you know it's not perfect but... it's perfect! Thank you Christian, for sharing the cheerful experience as you do! Best wishes & warm regards, from the Cape of Good Hope peninsula South Africa

[@trevtweetz]

It was difficult to not tear up... really fighting it! LOL ... Awesome Video .. Thank you very much for sharing. I felt like I was really there getting a KITT. Can't wait for more.

[@OCRay1]

Seems like a cool guy and grew up in the 80’s as I did so I was pretty disappointed when he didn’t get a true Kit car. Hopefully it all works out though. 🤙🏻

[@Eos_Galvus]

Every time there's a Knight Rider episode here I remember not the show - I was a wee little bean who didn't appreciate live actuion at the time -- although I can say Knight Rider would be my jam in the modern day - but rather meeting either KITT or KARR at a convention. We weren't allowed inside but we had the lovely blessing of a replica at the Comicconvention; I remember beelining to them and deciding "You are a good vehicle regardless of KITT or KARR." because I had no idea, but it make me happy just to see a Replica on a level I just couldn't place. And your KITT can't ask for a better partner -- I look forward to the love and care trhat goes into his restoration to excellent condition! KITT couldn't ask for better -- he deserves it!

[@morgan8937]

You're bound to feel so much better that you played a big hand in getting it into shape. Surely the ultimate project! Can't believe Portsmouth to CA!

[@philsmith6768]

Best video I've seen on KZbin this year....I can so relate to what you are feeling. Simply awesome....

[@BobbyCharlz]

You, sir, are a great sport and an inspiration to those making good on their childhood dreams. Excellent production on this video, btw; so great! Thank you.