Camper car conversion under $100

[@renfackler6406]

Im making a big move soon and will be living in my car like permanently and ive been so discouraged by so many people about how living in my car will never work and then i see videos like this and I feel a lot better. I never thought to try and take the seats out of my corolla. I cant wait to do this.

[@shamirjohnson325]

Everything you wrote is exactly how I feel! I’m doing the same.. trying to be brave, remain positive, and budget-y! I’d love to connect with you virtually to stay motivated!

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

Best of luck Ren! It can be a big change and move but hopefully you can make it work for you! At the least youll save some money for a bit!

[@hashbrown6974]

How did you make out with living in the car?

[@ExploringEsperanto]

What a neat idea. I didn't realize that those back seats could come out so easily and I love how these modifications can easily be undone and everything put back in place if you go to sell the car later.

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

Exactly! I am constantly switching out the seats and putting them back in when I am carpooling with friends. Hope you enjoy it!

[@HR-wd6cw]

Yes in the Toyotas the rear seat backs come out easily. My Camry has about 8 bolts to remove but they come easily. I think it took me about 5-10 minutes to remove the seat backs so very easy and you only need a socket and rachet.

[@jakobhawkdennis9627]

I have no mechanical or building skills but I think I can actually do this! Awesome thanks for posting

[@mattm3301]

You totally got this!! Hope you enjoy, and feel free to message me if you have any questions!

[@marlenSabillon]

@@mattm3301👏🏻

[@shamirjohnson325]

THANK YOU FOR THIS! I’ve been watching a tonnnnn of videos like yours but this is what I’ve been looking for: simple and efficient! You have my exact same car too! I’m doing this!!!

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

Thanks Shamir! Hope you enjoy your adventures, keep us updated on how its going!

[@David53D]

Based upon your video I made a bed in my 2018 Camry and ordered custom window covers on e-bay .

[@t.terrell7037]

You have a link for covers or name of the buyer? Thanks

[@happyackerman4885]

If you’re planning on keeping this setup. I would recommend getting them windows tinted if your state allows it. For additional privacy. Here in Alberta, Canada, it’s allowed to have as low as 0% tint in the back windows. So no one know I have a camper in the back of my SUV.

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

Definitely an option! There are a lot of options when looking at stealth camping as well. I am constantly converting my car into different set ups depending on what I am up to.

[@campryman5971]

Great step-by-step tutorial! I'm converting my Camry into a camper. Wow theres a lot more space between the trunk and rear seats on the Corolla. Good luck on your channel, keep it up!

[@vickilindberg6336]

Really appreciated seeing how to take out the seats & what's involved in a basic bed. Thank you.

[@miriamanderson6146]

Wow! I actually like this very much! Nothing fancy, just very practical and functional. Thanks for sharing!

[@joyjournal6157]

Thanks for showing how to remove the seats. My mechanic said it would cost me $100 for him to remove the seats! Reckon I can do it myself!

[@BANE.-.]

What a crook.

[@TravelwithAustin]

Love the photo defying the 4x4 recommendation. Me and my Forte do that way to often.

[@mattm3301]

Hahaha The FWD cars do surprisingly well

[@TinariKao]

Glad I stumbled onto this. I was wondering how I could make my car more comfortable to sleep in and I did fold my back seats down, but taking them out would probably help out and make things a lot easier. Awesome. :D

[@sciencesold_]

you could also gain a few inches of headroom by leaning the seats forward once the plywood is in, since basically every car seat is going to be angled backwards.

[@HR-wd6cw]

I like this setup (although I'm planning on using Reflectix covered with Black material for the window shades, partially so it can help keep heat in or out, and it will black out the windows too so it's not as easy to look in. Also on some of those, the rear seat brackets can be taken out and I would take them out if you can (they do come out in my 2020 Camry, and it takes another 5 minutes to remove them but definitely worth it so that the plywood can lay flat. But this is the type of "build" I want to do so I can travel long trips and not have to worry about hotels. Of course I couldn't live out of something like this, but for a few nights I probably could (and for showering, if you just find a rest stop or truck stop that has a shower, you can do that once a day or every other day).

[@mattm3301]

Right on!! I hope you enjoy the long road trips ahead in your Camry

[@stone_pilot]

It looks like he has 15-20% tint on the back windows so even though he's using random material it's probably blacked out at night

[@marianaovalle6205]

Wow! 😮Your idea and video is very inspiring! I’m going to try this on my Toyota Corolla. Thank you so much! 😊

[@ashleywright7527]

Thank you! I've been looking for ever for a video showing exactly this and finally it's found!

[@BigBeerBellyBen]

Looks like a cool little setup for travelling, enjoy!

[@HandsONreviews4u]

Super THUMBS UP BRO👍👍👍👍 YOU AND I HAVE THE SAME CAR AND NOW I KNOW HOW TO TAKE OUT A SEAT. AWSOME VIDEO GREAT JOB. YOUR VIDEO IS A ONE OF A KIND....NOW I CAN CAR CAMP WITH MY 2012 COROLLA I am subscribed

[@crystalconklin60]

Thank u for showing so simply how to remove the seats to make the room 👏🏼

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

Thank you and good luck on your adventures ahead!

[@m4al]

Im copying your ideas and doing that with my 2012 Honda Civic, I had an issue with the frame between the trunk and the back seat, but now I know that frame comes of, it went from 25" to 36" by removing the frame from both sides.... thanks again

[@LukiaSierra]

Wow, thank you so much. That was so detailed, it’s actually incredibly helpful! 👍👍

[@idinlvvegas5528]

I love this!!!! Very creative and doable ❤❤❤ Thank You!❤

[@ramjittiindaraprasirt4680]

simple is the way to go.....thanks for sharing

[@wandacasper5612]

Thank u for. Sharing. Stay safe

[@markpuglisi2133]

Cool simple set up bro. Love it

[@na_miata_lover]

Finally a small compact car that's actually similar size to my 2000 Suzuki esstem

[@lydiagibbs9106]

Thank you!! Very simple explanation, I soooo want to try this. Again, thank you....

[@alwaysgoup396]

I'm working on converting my Jetta into a camper. Thanks for the ideas!

[@for.the.love.of.movement4688]

Totally going to try this with my ‘05 Camry 🤗

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

Heck yea! How did it go!?

[@rozlynvander-smith1828]

Woooooow now I have faith and more ideas to convert my car

[@c_________]

dude did you do a word for word voice over where you've got a mask on??? bc I can't see a mic *anywhere* that would give such a clear recording. if you did, you did a great job, your expressions and the mask moving match up like, perfectly hahaha

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

Yes, I cant believe you were able to catch this hahaha. Its really nice having the mask on because it makes it way easier to do voice overs and make it look legit. Thank you!!

[@Check_the_syntax]

4:26 always makes me laugh when we say "its real important we get this exact " followed by a definitely not exact "measure from right ABOUT right here"

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

Said every engineer ever lmao

[@glovesoffofficial1382]

You could have bought a thin mattress for more back support its all good

[@kenwarger7431]

Very cool. Love it. Thx Pal

[@黃一-h6b]

Thank you for posting!

[@HongNguyen-rz2uv]

Great video

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

Thanks Hong!

[@taix371]

This is very helpful 👍🏼

[@susangraham157]

You say it can fit 2 adults if both seat backs are removed? Thanks for sharing this!

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

Totally, as long as both adults aren't too tall haha

[@thefishingginger4596]

Great video thank you man

[@montejohn822]

Very simple and neat.. done subscribe to your channel

[@stevehapp]

Good job

[@missirritated4872]

I hope I can do this to my Impala

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

I think you can totally make it work, keep us updated!

[@sgtrock2821]

Did you leave the front seats at driving position? Very cool. I want to do this.

[@phonefamoustv7930]

can this fit someone 6' tall?

[@spellerlittlewing]

Excellent

[@jeffm.5439]

Well done!!!!!

[@joserobertonicolaful]

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[@chicagoone1]

All car can be converted when your actually homless

[@wheredidileavemycell]

So awesome

[@youaskedforit7973]

I been living in my car 3 years now and one thing i can say is you will save alot money but in return you will have a lot of health problems. At the end i treasure health more than money

[@Artsylady2030]

what health issues did you get from living in the car ??

[@chicagoone1]

Particle board 50% cheap an just as durable

[@marlenSabillon]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@rozlynvander-smith1828]

Will the plywood crack if I don’t remove my seats?

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

It may be a bit uncomfortable if you dont remove the seats because of the angle but will likely not crack. Best of luck in your adventures!!

[@allisonaaaaa]

very cool and hip-py hahahahhahhahaahaha ! i will try it!11!!1!!!!!!1!!

[@alexusa100]

Thanks for a great video! To avoid it being too stuffy inside the car in summer, I would crack down one window. But do you feel it might be a safety issue, like it might be easier for some to steal/rob your car (or, worse, inject poison gas) from that window while you are sleeping? Any other suggestions for solving the ‘stuffy’ issue?

[@seasaltisland]

Why would anyone inject poison gas if they didn't know you were there???

[@David53D]

You've been reading too much WW1 stuff.

[@anu_start]

Why cut the plywood into separate pieces? That looks uncomfortable. Why not just have one evenly cut piece to lay on that has support underneath it?

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

I highly recommend keeping the plywood as a single solid piece! Sometimes if I am car camping by myself, I will only convert half the seats down and so will only use one of the plywood pieces since there is not room for the whole thing. Its not too uncomfortable in pieces, but would definitely be better with a solid piece.

[@anu_start]

@@smileyoutdoors4872 ohhh, i see

[@martinwalker8569]

which Corolla is this ? which gen, and EU or US version ? for 1999 Corolla EU version (i think gen 6, that with insect eyes) it is imposible to fit, at least for someone with 185cm . .

[@nomadyesmad4875]

I also have a 99 US 8th gen. I drove across the country a few years ago. I drove solo 6700 miles round trip. I removed the front passenger seat. Then put a board from front to back. I also removed the backseat cushion. If you're not too tall you might could make it work sleeping on your side. I used the cushions from my sofa to make the platform comfortable. Also did the popular reflectix handmade window covers. Be careful blocking all window's if police are persistent with checking cars completely boarded up. Just don't cover the two front or you might get that knock in the middle of the night. California was the only State that was a problem. Probably because it has the worse homeless problems. Hope this gives you some ideas.

[@davidherrerasantacruz5057]

Any problem with condensation when sleeping? Did you roll down any windows?

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

Great question! I usually keep at least one window cracked down just a bit to get some fresh air and ventilation in the car. I have had condensation form on some of the windows during the winter time. I have woken up to find small icicles formed on the rear window of the car some cold mornings in the Blue ridge mountains. I haven't had this problem when travelling in the Southwest in the winter or in general traveling in warmer months.

[@alexusa100]

@@smileyoutdoors4872 Thanks for a very useful video! About that window/condensation issue, I would crack down one window so that it’s not too stuffy inside in summer. But do you feel it might be a safety issue, like it might be easier for some to steal/rob your car (or, worse, inject poison gas) from that window while you are sleeping?

[@mongopoe5099]

@@smileyoutdoors4872 just get rain guards! Also known as visors. They go over the car windows so you can open them a crack.

[@t.terrell7037]

What about letting bugs in while you sleep…would hate to swallow one and wake up in a panic! Lol😂😂😂😂😂

[@gunaseelan5532]

Good idea Bro....as long you don't park the car under the big tree..... otherwise you become Sandwich

[@sokchhoeurnhang2077]

… -- twenty-two cities and their villages. ( Joshua 19: 30).

[@babycakes8434]

You are soo cute, but you need a different haircut...Thank you for sharing.

[@Bigstevesmb]

Wow, You must be poor. But I guess you do what you can afford.

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

Just trying to save money for more adventures! Hope you enjoy your adventures or hotels if it suites you better!

[@XPrincess30]

He's creepy af

[@danhulsoor2631]

Eh cmon he seems fine. You might have something wrong with u

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

Thanks Dan, appreciate your vote in confidence!

[@jennifern9373]

Thank you for this. Want to experiment with my camry hoping to go camping and taking my cat with me. Hope he will fit,

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

That is absolutely amazing, I hope your cat enjoys the camping trip!

[@shelly6290]

He will fit just make sure to Tether him...or her.... until she's used to it... I love cat's.

[@sonsdaestrada-commarcosara4466]

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[@Sean_ez]

To think I was going to blow thousands trying to get a roof top tent, this is way cheaper and ideal for someone on a budget. Thanks for this, I going to convert my honda civic

[@anthonydavid5121]

Finally - somebody who is smart enough to use memory foam. Have watched 100 of these videos and am always so surprised by peoples excessive use of air mattresses, which of cause all eventually leak, andmemory foam is just so much more comfortable to sleep on. Nice.

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

Thanks Anthony! I agree that air mattresses although convenient are not very sustainable or long lasting. Plus you will need to carry an airpump and have reliable electricity to use one.

[@llroman7823]

Thanks for the great video. I've got a question, why did you cut the boards in three long pieces instead of just using one large board?

[@chelseaap]

Thank you. Thinking of living in my car to save money.

[@TheINFP_Diary]

this content is GOLD

[@jasongibson3914]

I think this is great and simple. I like to keep ideas like this in mind for traveling on a budget.

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

Thank you! Traveling on a budget can be fun and cozy. Hope you enjoy your travels

[@allisonaaaaa]

wow r u like an engineer or something?

[@thexxit]

I think I would prefer one solid piece of board instead of the three, I can see those spreading apart or one dipping lower than the other and being uncomfortable. I didn't realize though how easy it was to take out the seats. This is a great option for someone camping, who needs to go on a long road trip and just needs to sleep at rest stops until they reach their destination, or even as a longer term solution for someone who is between housing.

[@mongopoe5099]

What if I just swap the Corolla backseats with sedan seats that fold all the way flat??? The Toyota Matrix seats do that. Anyone know if they’re interchangeable?

[@CS-uc2oh]

Step 1. Vacuum and clean the interior. Step 2. Everything else.

[@skyborne6393]

Just curious, when you guys gut your car, what do you do with the seats and stuff? Don't tell me you throw them away??

[@maverick6216]

Use black eva foam shaped like the window as inside window inserts.

[@bolly8850]

very good video！ Thankyou for sharing！

[@Jcurlz978]

I'm doing this lol

[@marymcquaid7291]

This is brilliant. Thank you! 🙏

[@floridaroadways]

Put a futon mattress on the back seat

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

Great thinking!

[@floridaroadways]

I sleep with 2 futon mattress on my bed.

[@BlackRose-xt2xu]

Awesome simple build thank you.

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

Thank you!!

[@nancygee3137]

what kind of. car is this?

[@theunknownnomad]

Is the plywood really necessary? I’m trying to keep cost down also I’ll be converting a Nissan Altima

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

I am sure you can find a viable alternative, would just recommend staying away from OSB wood. You will want some kind of solid surface between the mattress and the car.

[@koen4530]

A bit too "bare bones" for me but certainly a no-nonsense setup and that's kinda nice.

[@Idog214]

What were the dimminions for the plywood foe corrla?

[@KM-qd4kf]

Hey thanks. I got some really good ideas from you.

[@CustCareRep]

Cool campers show us their socks 8:15 Nice.

[@stgrsa]

10:54 nice USF sticker go bulls

[@duvessa2003]

Hey, thanks for the ideas!

[@erickrodgerz6441]

Back seat curtains, awesome!

[@utahhomessandygeorge-realt9082]

Great job!

[@tubeMonger]

You could have done the first steps without tools by folding the horizontal seat cushions next to the front seats.

[@shamirjohnson325]

Can you explain this in more detail?

[@MightyHex]

That “thud” that it made says otherwise…

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

Just the sound of wood, but feel free to try it out!

[@user-lp3lp9fj5c]

Such a great idea for a small car!

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

Thank you J, wishing you the best on your adventures!

[@ohduana6746]

The cadence in your voice reminds me of Nate from The Office.

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

Actual footage of me trying to choose what to pack: kzbin.infoUgkxkVL90G_beit9lu3JjjmH4fUi2i-xC5CS

[@ohduana6746]

@@smileyoutdoors4872 IM SCREAMING 🤣

[@nowme2692]

how to convert car into place for homeless

[@smileyoutdoors4872]

Harsh truth in 2021. The original idea was to travel cheaply and enjoy the world

[@nomadyesmad4875]

Most States its against the law to sleep in your car, but it can be done stealth if you don't cover your two front windows. California was the only State I had that problem. The police can be on the look out for this because of having the worst homeless problem in the USA. Other States no problem.

[@colonynaut1627]

@@nomadyesmad4875 How do people claim it's a free country if you cannot sleep in your own property?

[@nomadyesmad4875]

@@colonynaut1627 They claim it's not sanitary.... this is what the police will tell you.

[@colonynaut1627]

@@nomadyesmad4875 By that logic they would be ejecting a big fraction of the population out of their houses. I think it's more they don't want a type of person who is antisocial in character and it's easy to get tarred with the same brush.

[@kathymyers7279]

Burlap? He needs a woman.

[@danhulsoor2631]

Lmao c'mon bro!