# Machine Works V8 — Machine Works V8 engine model

> Interactive augmented reality V8 engine model exploration and learning app. (iPhone/iPad app by Trends UK Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/machine-works-v8/id1459833518 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Trends UK Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1459833517)
- Category: Entertainment, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.06/5 from 16 App Store ratings · 38 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 843 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2019-04-24
- Data updated: 2026-09-02
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/machine-works-v8/id1459833518/reviews.md

## What is Machine Works V8?

Creates an interactive experience with the finished Machine Works V8 engine model. Allows you to see an exploded view of the model, five animations of key components of engines, detailed descriptions of eleven different parts of the model, an engine sound, and lots more to bring the engine to life! 

The app has been designed specifically to work with the Machine Works V8 engine kit. It works by scanning the finished model to provide a multi-functional augmented reality experience.

Use your finger to rotate the images and animations on your smartphone to explore and learn about the various parts and functions of the engine. The glossary of engine parts includes an image of each, as well as a full written description.

You can switch between normal, x-ray or exploded views of the engine! There’s even an on/off switch that controls the animation of the engine, accompanied by the sound of a real V8 engine.

A copy of the assembly instructions for the V8 model is also included for reference.

By downloading this app, you are agreeing to our terms of use you are agreeing to our privacy policy (to view, please click on the link below).


For any customer queries, please contact trends@jgdirect.net

## Key features

- Augmented reality model scanning
- Exploded view
- Component animations
- Detailed part descriptions
- Engine sound effects
- X-ray and normal views

## Recent user reviews (10 of 38)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/machine-works-v8/id1459833518/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Did not work

*2025-12-25, version 1.02*

My camera was upside down did not work parts broken

### 2/5 — I’m confused

*2025-07-31, version 1.02*

Sometimes when I use the app, the camera is the right way, but I just went to use it and the camera was inverted

### 1/5 — Rubbish just rubbish

*2025-05-29, version 1.02*

The camera was upside down and the words were backwards don’t download waste of storage

### 1/5 — Camera inverted

*2025-01-06, version 1.02*

Cannot use as the camera is upside down and back to front…

### 1/5 — Just useless

*2025-01-04, version 1.02*

App doesn’t even work. I slowly moved around for about 10 minutes to get the right angle. I managed to get it to work once in that time but lasted less than 5 seconds until it lost it again. It says “hold your camera down”, that is complete rubbish, it’s more of a wonky, doing a squat at a diagonal angle, but then it still only worked for less than 5 seconds. Dreadful app and I now have an upset son as his toy doesn’t work as he hoped and as promised on the box.

### 1/5 — Inverts Camera so can’t be used

*2024-12-31, version 1.02*

As per all the other reviews…inverts the camera so doesn’t work. Should be an easy fix, rubbish and unusable in current state.

### 1/5 — Upside down camera

*2024-12-25, version 1.02*

Camera image is upside down and can be fixed. Sort out this bug.

### 1/5 — Rubbish.

*2024-10-02, version 1.02*

I buy this thing it’s going to be amazing because THATS WHAT THE FLYERS SAY. But what they forgot to mention, is that THE CAMERA IS INVERTED SO YOU CANT SCAN IT. Come on. If you want to make a good app just check if every thing works! It’s easy. However, where the parts list and everything else is pretty cool, but unless you zoom in (which this app DOESN'T let you do) you can’t read the manual because the writings tiny. The actual model though is absolutely amazing. Took me a bit of time to make it, but the finished product is really cool; plus, it actually works, unlike some other things I’ve built. Final score: model is ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and app ⭐️. You need to work on your tech skills.

### 1/5 — This app stinks like doggy doo doo

*2024-08-09, version 1.02*

Never gonna give you up
Never gonna let you down
Never gonna run around and desert you
Never gonna make you cry
Never gonna say goodbye
Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you
Also the camera is upside down and beside my best efforts to perfectly
position it it WONT EVER WORK!

And also
Never gonna give you up
Never gonna let you down
Never gonna run around and desert you
Never gonna make you cry
Never gonna say goodbye
Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you
Never gonna give you up
Never gonna let you down
Never gonna run around and desert you
Never gonna make you cry
Never gonna say goodbye
Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you
Never gonna give you up
Never gonna let you down
Never gonna run around and desert you
Never gonna make you cry
Never gonna say goodbye
Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you
Never gonna give you up
Never gonna let you down
Never gonna run around and desert you
Never gonna make you cry
Never gonna say goodbye
Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you
Never gonna give you up
Never gonna let you down
Never gonna run around and desert you
Never gonna make you cry
Never gonna say goodbye
Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you
Never gonna give you up
Never gonna let you down
Never gonna run around and desert you
Never gonna make you cry
Never gonna say goodbye
Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you
Never gonna give you up
Never gonna let you down
Never gonna run around and desert you
Never gonna make you cry
Never gonna say goodbye
Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you
Never gonna give you up
Never gonna let you down
Never gonna run around and desert you
Never gonna make you cry
Never gonna say goodbye
Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you
Never gonna give you up
Never gonna let you down
Never gonna run around and desert you
Never gonna make you cry
Never gonna say goodbye
Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you
Never gonna give you up
Never gonna let you down
Never gonna run around and desert you
Never gonna make you cry
Never gonna say goodbye
Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you
Never gonna give you up
Never gonna let you down
Never gonna run around and desert you
Never gonna make you cry
Never gonna say goodbye
Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you
Never gonna give you up
Never gonna let you down
Never gonna run around and desert you
Never gonna make you cry
Never gonna say goodbye
Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you
Never gonna give you up
Never gonna let you down
Never gonna run around and desert you
Never gonna make you cry
Never gonna say goodbye
Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you
Never gonna give you up
Never gonna let you down
Never gonna run around and desert you
Never gonna make you cry
Never gonna say goodbye
Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you
Never gonna give you up
Never gonna let you down
Never gonna run around and desert you
Never gonna make you cry
Never gonna say goodbye
Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you
You got rickrolled a lot

### 3/5 — .

*2024-07-18, version 1.02*

There is no maker sheet

## Frequently asked questions about Machine Works V8

### What does the Machine Works V8 app do?

This app creates an interactive augmented reality experience with the finished Machine Works V8 engine model. It allows users to see exploded views, animations of key components, and detailed descriptions of individual parts, bringing the engine to life with realistic sounds.

### What are the key features of the app?

Key features include augmented reality scanning of the model, an exploded view, five animations of engine components, detailed descriptions of eleven different parts with images, an engine sound, and the ability to switch between normal, x-ray, or exploded views.

### Is the Machine Works V8 app free to download?

Yes, the application is free to download. Based on the provided information, there are no associated costs for downloading or using the core features of the app.

### What devices is the Machine Works V8 app compatible with?

The app is designed to work with smartphones. While specific operating system versions are not detailed, it requires a device capable of running augmented reality experiences and scanning the physical model.

### How can I learn about the engine parts using this app?

You can learn about the engine parts by using your finger to rotate images and animations on your smartphone. The app includes a glossary of engine parts with an image and a full written description for each, along with interactive viewing modes like x-ray and exploded views.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.02 — 2020-06-07

fix bugs

### 1.01 — 2020-01-13

The Machine Works app icon has been updated with the term V8, and the animations of the carburettor, cooling system and distributor in the How it Works section have been improved to be consistent with the others.

### 1.0 — 2019-04-23

No release notes.

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