# Schwarzenegger Memorabilia T-800 Terminator Robots for Auction By Going Like Sixty | Published 2007-12-15 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terminator-robot References: [luxurylaunches](http://www.luxurylaunches.com/auctions/arnold_schwarzeneggers_terminator_robots_is_up_for_auction_for_100000.php) Arnold Schwarzenegger's T-800 Terminator Robots - the [cultural icon of robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/world-robot-conference) for the 20th Century will be sold at auction. The [chrome plated endoskeleton](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tron-2) from the opening scene of Terminator 2 is estimated to sell at auction for $100,000 while the fleshed out model from Terminator 3 finale will be estimated to bring up to $80,000. **Implications** - [Pop cultural phenomenons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-toys-2) will stand the test of decades, remaining relevant throughout. The method of which they become this way is a mystery to consumers, and is likely due to the creation of a cultural connection based on innovation and emotion. Brands can achieve this through careful consideration of a target demographic as well as a truly unique product. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Pop Culture Collectibles:** There is a growing demand for rare and unique pop culture artifacts that have a strong emotional connection with consumers. - **Nostalgic Marketing:** Brands can tap into the nostalgia of consumers to create a stronger emotional connection and differentiate themselves in the market. - **Innovation and Emotion:** Creating a cultural connection through a unique and innovative product can lead to lasting relevance and consumer loyalty. ### Where This Applies - **Entertainment Collectibles:** The entertainment collectibles industry can benefit from the growing demand for rare and unique items from pop culture icons. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Marketing and advertising industries can utilize nostalgic marketing to create emotional connections with consumers and differentiate their brands. - **Robotics and AI:** The robotics and AI industry can take inspiration from the emotional connection that Terminator robots have with fans and create innovative and emotionally resonant products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collectible Pop Culture-Referencing Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/san-diego-comiccon.md) - [Auto-Transforming Toy Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grimlock.md) - [Real Life Cinematic Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/g1t4m1n1-droid.md) - [Golden Humanoid Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optimus-25.md) - [Chrome-Colored Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-toys-1.md) - [Advanced Humanoid Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ameca.md) - [Cartoon Robot Art Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astro-boy-figure.md) - [AI-Enabled Walking Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optimus-robot.md) - [AI-Generated Motorbike Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coldstar-art.md)