Was Kit a Firebird?

In both instances, KITT is an artificially intelligent electronic computer module in the body of a highly advanced, very mobile, robotic automobile: the original KITT as a 1982 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am, and the second KITT as a 2008–2009 Ford Shelby GT500KR.

What kind of car is KITT?

According to the auction description, the 1982 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am conversion is a fully functioning K.I.T.T. car, although don't expect any weaponry or the vehicle actually helping you solve crimes while it doles out droll observations.

How many Firebirds were used in Knight Rider?

Since the cars were worthless to GM, Koch struck a deal with them and got 12 Firebirds, though not all were TransAms. This fleet was modified and used for the rest of the seasons, and as promised to GM, crushed once the show's production ended.