# Animated Spacecraft Hybrids Raphael Heusser Brilliantly Brings Star Wars & Cars Together By Matt Ho | Published 2011-11-24 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raphael-heusser References: [technabob](http://technabob.com/blog/2011/11/24/millennium-mcqueen-cars-star-wars-mashup/) & [mocpages](http://www.mocpages.com/moc.php/296290) The world of Star Wars and [Pixar's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bricktoons) movie Cars has merged in this impressive [LEGO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scifi-spacecraft-lego-set) piece by Raphael Heusser. Raphael Heusser's hybrid LEGO spacecraft takes the form of the Millennium Falcon and mashes it together with Cars' beloved character Lightning McQueen. Considering how the former can make "point five past lightspeed" according to Han Solo and how the latter has won numerous racing championships, the two definitely complement each other well. Much of the design takes after Lightning McQueen, which includes his car number '95' on both ends of the spacecraft, his red color and his eyes. Of course, all the guns from the original Millennium Falcon have been added to this playful piece. With the Millennium Falcon now modified, I hope Heusser considers tackling a [Death Star hybrid](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ucs-death-star). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **LEGO Spacecraft Mashups:** Creating hybrid LEGO spacecraft by merging different pop culture elements opens up opportunities for creative and unique toy designs. - **Character Mashups:** Blending beloved characters from different franchises, such as Star Wars and Cars, can create new and exciting merchandise that appeals to fans of both. - **Playful Customizations:** Adding playful and imaginative elements to popular toys, like incorporating the design and features of the Millennium Falcon into Lightning McQueen, can enhance the appeal and enjoyment for children. ### Who This Affects Most - **Toy Manufacturing:** The toy manufacturing industry can explore opportunities to produce hybrid toys that combine popular characters, fostering creativity and expanding the appeal to a wider audience. - **Entertainment Merchandise:** The entertainment merchandise industry can leverage character mashups, like the LEGO spacecraft mashup of Star Wars and Cars, to create unique and collectible items that cater to fans' diverse interests. - **3D Printing:** The 3D printing industry can benefit from the demand for customized toys and merchandise, providing consumers with the ability to create their own unique mashup designs and further fueling their engagement with popular franchises. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sci-Fi Spacecraft LEGO Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scifi-spacecraft-lego-set.md) - [Sci-Fi Electric Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-van.md) - [Insanely Intricate LEGO Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-rollsroyce.md) - [Sci-Fi-Themed Cruiser Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/venator-attack.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired Classical Posters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sen-donnan.md) - [Sci-Fi Franchise Logo Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brickbuilt-star-wars-logo.md) - [Sci-Fi-Honoring Toy Puzzle Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/force-of-creativity.md) - [Millennium Falcon Trays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-tray.md) - [Life-Size LEGO Brick Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1950s-cadillac-fleetwood.md)