The Batman 1966 Car Cremation Urn

Because an urn is such an important way to memorialize your loved one and protect their cremains, you want to choose one that feels right to you and honors their legacy at the same time. There are some great ways to do that, including choosing custom cremation urns such as 3D-printed urns. These are nearly limitless, giving you the chance to select something that really showcases who your loved one was.

A 3D-printed custom cremation urn resembling the black and red car Batman drove in the 1966 television series. A 3D-printed custom cremation urn resembling the black and red car Batman drove in the 1966 television series.

About the Batman 1966 Car Urn

When our customer Claudio lost his son, he knew he wanted to honor him through fandom. Because his son was a huge fan of Batman, it was only fitting that his urn should look like Batman's car. The biggest challenge we had for this urn was the sizing, because it had to hold 205 cubic inches of cremains inside the vehicle. In the end, we made the urn 23 inches long from bumper to bumper, which was almost exactly a 1:10 scale of the original 1955 Lincoln Futura concept car used to create the vehicle.

Inspiration

This urn was modeled after the classic car driven by Adam West in the 1966 television series. Claudio and our graphics and printing team opted to use this version of the car instead of using a newer, more modern version of it, as this version was the one Claudio's son loved most.

Process

Creating the Model

The first step in making a custom 3D-printed cremation urn is creating the model, and that's done through the help of 3D modeling software like Zbrush. We saw the challenge with this model nearly right away, since the sleek lines of the narrow car meant we would be working with limited space. We increased the size of the model and our customer Claudio approved of the dimensions, so we moved on to printing.

Printing

This urn was created in two separate pieces, which meant two printing runs. This took a little longer, but when it was completed, it came out looking great and we were ready to move into the post-printing work.

Half of the printed car model being taken out of the 3D printer powder bed. Half of the printed car model being taken out of the 3D printer powder bed.

Post-Printing Process

Quality checks, clean-up, and the hardening process are all part of post-printing. The perfection of the urn's design is critical, and this is the step where we catch any issues and make any adjustments before it's time to paint and start the finishing touches.

Painting

Our painters work in house, and for Batman's 1966 car the theme of the day was black. The whole urn needed to be a rich black, with the exception of the bubbled domes for the driver and passenger. Those were masked off when the painting started, and later painted with the other details.

Final Touches

Custom touches like the red pin striping and the bat logo were added in the final stage of production, and then the urn got another careful look to make sure every detail was addressed. Finally, it was ready to be shipped to Claudio.

Urn Details

A close-up of the front of the 3D-printed custom cremation urn showing the bubble dome and front bumper of the car. A close-up of the front of the 3D-printed custom cremation urn showing the bubble dome and front bumper of the car.

Many 3D-printed cremation urns have a lot of detail, and this one was no exception. The domes for occupants had to have a frosted glass look, which was achieved with a combination of black and silver, and the red striping stood out vividly against the solid black of the car's body.

Tailpipes and other small parts were a big part of this build, because the attention to little details can make a big difference in how an urn looks when it's all done. Since the base color was so dark, the goal was to make everything else pop and really stand out beautifully in the classic design.

A close-up showing the back of the 3D-printed car. A close-up showing the back of the 3D-printed car.
A close-up showing a red bat logo on the 3D-printed custom cremation urn. A close-up showing a red bat logo on the 3D-printed custom cremation urn.

The logo on the doors and wheels was equally as important, and we were dedicated to making sure the original design was followed. With something as special and important as an urn, inaccurate detail can really detract from the feeling of comfort provided. Our goal is to make sure that doesn't happen.

Gallery

Anyone who was a fan of the original 1966 Batman series would recognize this model instantly. The bright red offers an eye-catching contrast with the black, and the focus on detail takes this urn to the next level. It's a great nod to someone who loved the classic Batman show, and the dedicated and loyal recreation of Batman's car mirrors Claudio's unending love for his late son.

A back view of the 3D-printed custom cremation urn shaped like Batman's car in the 1966 television series.

A head-on view of Batman's car, 3D-printed as a custom cremation urn.

A top-down view of the 3D-printed Batman car custom cremation urn.

Behind the Scenes

Behind the scenes you can see how this project went from a digital model to a painted 3D print. This can help provide a better understanding of the process involved when creating a custom cremation urn for a lost loved one.

Views of the digital model used to 3D print Batman's 1966 car.

Two halves of the 3D-printed car right after being taken out the 3D printer.

The assembled 3D print of Batman's car painted black and being taped to prepare for another round of paint.

Custom 3D-Printed Urns at In the Light Urns

We can help when you have questions about 3D-printed cremation urns or are ready to order. Reaching out to us is the right first step toward memorializing someone you've lost through the remembrance of what they loved in life.

Get in touch with us at In The Light Urns, and let's talk about your loved one. We want to know who they were, what they loved, and how we can help you memorialize them through an urn that's just right for your needs. The details matter, and we'll work with you to model and print a custom urn for your loved one's cremains.

Whether you have pictures, video, or other ways to show us what they loved, we're dedicated to helping create the right urn. Your loved one undoubtedly brought significant joy to your life. We'll help you honor them through a special 3D-printed cremation urn that reflects their personality and style, so you can keep their remains and memory close by.

Order the Batman 1966 Car Urn Today

If you're interested in purchasing the Batman 1966 Car Urn, we can reprint it for you. Prices start at $300 when purchasing a ready-to-print urn, with additional charges for further customization. Contact us today to arrange your purchase of the Batman 1966 Car Urn.

MEET THE FOUNDER

Susan Fraser

Susan Fraser, founder of In The Light Urns, Inc., has spearheaded innovation in the memorial industry since 2001. After a personal tragedy, she began creating custom cremation urns for ashes that reflect a lost loved one's individuality. Her commitment to comfort makes her an authority on cremation and memorials, guiding and consoling families through understanding and compassion. 

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