where to get sturdy plastic coated metal case?

[DocMartin]

I want to buy a new atx case so my son can build me a computer. I want a case made of the same material as my old At case. My old case is some kind of plastic coated metal, not only on the back but also on the top and sides. It was a micron computer.
I thought of getting an Antec case with the new true power plus power supply. However, my son got one and while I like the front, the sides are just straight metal (steel I think). Maybe I'm being ridiculous but to me my old case seems sturdier, and that's why I like it. I also like the fact that the surface is not as noisey when you bump it.
Does anyone have any ideas of where to look for the kind of case I want. Also, do the Dell cases have the plastic coat on the sides? If so, where do they get their cases? I want a case that opens easy too and has slide out drive cases. I also want a good power supply like the True Power Plus.
Please help, I want to get a good case while my son is in the mood to build one for me.
Thanks,
DocMartin

[chris64]

I had a dell case from my parents old comptuter that I sold here at techimo and it had plastic all the way around with the exception of just the back. As for knowing where to get them I haven't got a clue. Maybe Ebay.

[DocMartin]

Thanks Chris,

At least now I know what the Dell cases are like. I have never actually seen a Dell case except in pictures. (The back of my case is not plastic either, just the top, sides and front).
A while back I saw a review that told what company makes the Dell cases but now I can't remember the name of the company. If anyone knows, I'd appreciate the info.

Thanks,
DocMartin

[DocMartin]

I am still looking for plastic-coated computer cases. Anyone got any info?
Thanks.

[earlthepearl]

Interesting plastic case here:
http://store.yahoo.com/directron/aft6551.html
The $139.00 price tag is more than I would pay, but you want plastic, so here it is.
Click on the "Hardware Unlimited Review" for more pics

The lack of location re intake fan might necessitate punching a hole in the bottom panel to accommodate a fan.

You may need to change your priorities re case requirements. Modern PCs generate much more heat than older systems. A metal case will, to some extent, transfer some of that heat to the room.
The plastic panels, on the other hand will insulate the case, thus higher PC temps, & early death of components. A plastic case would require multiple fans to offset thermal retention.
Earl

PS Another one here but not so pretty:
http://www.jandmcomp.com/newstore/items/item44.htm