# Millionaire DIY Batmobiles Superhero-Obsessed Swedish Man Creates His Own Replica Supercar By Brian G Randles | Published 2009-09-30 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-Batmobile References: [dvice](http://dvice.com/archives/2009/09/1-million-batmo.php?p=2&cat=undefined#more) & [translate.google](http://translate.google.com/translate?prev=hp&hl=en&js=y&u=http://bil.feber.se/art/165777/na_na_na_na_na_na_na_na_na_na_/&sl=sv&tl=en&history_state0=) Who doesn’t want a DIY Batmobile? They are sleek, full of gadgets, relatively affordable and can be built on your own time. This DIY Batmobile has [machine gun holsters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beast-by-john-dodd), only cost a million dollars to make and was built in a mere 3 and a half years… nothing to it! If I had the time, money and obsession for a DIY Batmobile like Leif Garvin does, then I would literally be Bruce Wayne. I am not saying this Swedish comic book fan is weird, I’m just saying no normal person should have this. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **DIY Batmobiles:** There is a trend of individuals building their own Batmobile replicas with unique features and at a lower cost. - **Superhero Obsession:** There is a growing trend of individuals being deeply obsessed with superheroes and wanting to bring their dreams to life through DIY projects. - **Gadget-filled Supercars:** There is a trend of enthusiasts creating custom supercars with various gadget features inspired by iconic vehicles from movies and comics. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** The automotive industry can explore opportunities to cater to the growing demand for DIY car building kits and accessories. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can tap into the market of superfan DIY projects by collaborating with enthusiasts to create officially licensed replica kits. - **Consumer Goods:** Consumer goods companies can develop and market specialized gadgets and accessories for DIY car enthusiasts, inspired by popular fictional vehicles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modernized Superhero RC Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-wheels-rc-original-edition-batmobile.md) - [Bat-Inspired Luxury Hypercar Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-hypercar.md) - [Superhero-Themed Hypercar Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pininfarina.md) - [Superhero-Inspired Water Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maverick-gt-stormy-knight.md) - [Autonomous Superhero Transportation Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wr322-ugv-batpod.md) - [Stealth Vigilante Vehicle Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-technic-batcycle.md) - [Stealthy Hero-Inspired Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batmobile-crocs.md) - [Superhero Home-Inspired Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batcave-set.md) - [Superhero-Themed DIY Art Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jim-lee-batman.md)