# V8 Engine Computer Cases Run Two PCS at Once With the Ultimate Gearhead Case Mod By Michael Hines | Published 2010-10-12 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/v8-engine-computer-case References: [walyou](http://www.walyou.com/blog/2010/10/10/computer-case-mod-inspired-by-v8-engine-reflects-power-of-machine/) & [winarco](http://winarco.com/v8-block-inspired-computer-case-mod/) Computer geeks who like to work on big cars may spill a little engine oil when they see the [V8](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/piston-pens) Engine Computer Case. This case has been designed to look like a [Corvette's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/california-corvette) V8 engine and can hold two computers at once. I have seen some [cool case mods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/view-600-tg) in my time, but the V8 Engine Computer Case blows them all out of the water with its attention to detail and kickass look. The desktop may eventually go the way of the dinosaur, but at least we'll always have cool cases like this to remind us of what was. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Computer Case Mods:** Designing computer cases to reflect a consumer's interests or passions, such as cars, represents a significant disruptive innovation opportunity in the PC hardware industry - **Dual PC Cases:** Developing cases that can house two separate computers at the same time presents an opportunity for innovation in the computer hardware industry - **Novelty Computer Cases:** Offering unique and eye-catching computer cases for enthusiasts with a particular interest or theme in mind represents a promising area for innovation in the PC hardware industry. ### Where This Applies - **Computer Hardware:** Innovating PC hardware to meet the needs of enthusiasts interested in designs based on their passions or interests will likely become a popular niche in the computer hardware industry - **Gaming:** The gaming industry, with its enthusiastic fan base, could benefit from this trend of developing unique and customized cases that reflect the interest of PC gamers - **Automotive:** Exploring design elements from the automotive industry and adapting them to computer cases presents an interesting area for innovation at the intersection of the automotive and computer hardware industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro-Inspired PC Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro95.md) - [Sneaker-Styled Computer Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cooler-master-sneaker-x.md) - [Elegant Open-Air PC Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cougar-cratus.md) - [High-Performance LED Computer Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerocool-menace-saturn-rgb-tower-case.md) - [Internal PC Case Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pc-case-desk.md) - [Ultra-Spacious Computer Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haf-700-evo.md) - [Minimalist Computer Chassis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/computer-2.md) - [Uniquely-Oriented PC Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jonsbo-v12.md) - [Luxe Vehicle-Branded PC Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/o11d-evo-rgb-automobili.md)