# Galactic Cars Dean Shorey's Battlestar Galacti-Car is the Viper of Battlestar Galactica By manzil | Published 2010-04-06 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/battlestar-galacti-car References: [jalopnik](http://jalopnik.com/5510077/battlestar-galacti) Dean Shorey’s Galacti-car is based on famous [science fiction television series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-rav4-dark-side-performance-concept)' Battlestar Galactica’s Viper Starfighter. The car is powered by a V8 engine and contains seat only for one person. It has also been equipped with a cassette deck. Dean himself is a big fan of Battlestar Galactica, hence he decided to convert an [old Postal Service jeep](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/van-daryl-war-truck) into a robot fighting lethal car. Check out some more cool creations by following the links provided. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Galactic Cars:** The trend of creating modified cars inspired by science fiction opens up opportunities for customization shops. - **Fan-based Innovation:** The trend of creating products inspired by fandoms creates opportunities for fan-made merchandise and fan communities. - **Retro-modern Mash-ups:** The trend of combining retro designs with modern technology presents opportunities for new product designs and collaborations. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive Industry:** The automotive industry can capitalize on the trend of creating unique customized vehicles by offering personalized modification services. - **Entertainment Industry:** The entertainment industry can benefit from fan-based innovation trends by licensing merchandise and collaborating with fan creators. - **Design Industry:** Designers can take advantage of the trend of retro-modern mash-ups by creating new product concepts that combine classic and modern elements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sci-Fi Electric Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-van.md) - [Stealthy Fantasy-Themed Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f117-4wd-covenant.md) - [Custom-Built Sci-Fi Series Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bumblebee-bike.md) - [Retro-Futuristic Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delorean-cyberpunk-concept.md) - [Retro Sci-Fi-Inspired Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-12cilindri.md) - [Aviation Powered Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beast-by-john-dodd.md) - [Galactic Electric Wagons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electra.md) - [Sleek Superhero Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pininfarina-b95-gotham.md) - [80s-Inspired Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delorean-e.md)