How To Convert a Small Car into a Micro Camper

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Apologies for the sound at the 2min mark. Not sure what happened but it is short-lived. What I am talking about is where I keep my head-lamp and how it is extremely versatile in that location. In the door I keep a blue shower curtain as seat cover for the front seat and also where I keep my stove and spoon.

[@susanevans1294]

Thank you! That head lamp use idea, as a reading or task light is super. I’ve been storing the headlamp on the headrest and only just started using it in situ, without removing it and strapping it on my head. Your suggestion to remove the 60% seat is a good one, then my living area is bigger than my sleeping area which mirrors life in an apartment and makes more sense, I appreciate your time and ideas.

[@NotASheep100]

Big respect to this lady.. and 2 dogs. Who would ever thought that possible in such a small car. This is fantastic. Weldone ... very inspiring

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thank you :-)

[@ErmWhAtDaShIgMa]

Love it! Finally, a woman who has dogs and brings them with her!

[@Bran08Eman]

Appreciating nature is not about luxury. With minimum provisions and your little friends, you redifined the GOOD LIFE. Thank You, I am inspired.

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Agree, in every way. Thank you for your lovely comment and glad you found yourself inspired by this video...hope you get out for some great adventures :-)

[@haydennamgostar2104]

I have a Ford Fiesta hatchback and I’ve converted it into a camper as well! I did mine slightly different. It’s cool to see that I’m not the only one camping out of my lil Fiesta! 😁

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Good deal. It certainly takes some thinking outside the box to make it work...but I like that it's so stealthy...most people aren't going to think someone is camping in a Fiesta when parked up for the night. Less obvious than a van.

[@gerolori]

If you can make a video!

[@gordonfinch4446]

Why are earth do you put yourself through something like this living in that little car I feel sorry for the dogs that’s just the craziest thing you do I just can’t believe you show where your laundry is where your food is just would be ashamed to show all that can’t you just rent a little apartment and live like a normal person does with your two dogs

[@gerolori]

​@@gordonfinch4446 dude go work your ass off for a house and than come back crying in your debt. Don't judge other's people choices, most of the time they have another point of view that's years away from yours. Learn to respect. And btw what you're saying is insane cause food and laundry stay together even if you're backpacking, this shows how little you know

[@lmaoroflcopter]

@@gordonfinch4446 way to go making the assumption that they live in their car, you can own a car and own or rent a house at the same time, they aren't mutually exclusive. I guess you've never spent a night under canvas either Gordon, too much effort for you I imagine. It's no different to pitching a tent in terms of hassle, in fact one could say its considerably less hassle given its literally moving a seat forward and rolling out a bed vs unpacking and pitching a tent and it clearly works well for her and her dogs.

[@waltersnowdon1243]

excellent and so practical and simple. I am 83 but still love to get out and about and as youth hostels have become rather expensive this could be the answer in my trusted little hyundai. regards, Walter

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thank you. There are some great car camping groups on FB (if you're a member) for support and ideas on different builds for different cars. But really, you just need a comfortable bed and a way to cook

[@john1949]

I'm 76, and I'm gonna try this.

[@vanessaboman8143]

Very inspiring, we all need an escape route! I toured Scotland in my Ford fusion for 10 days and I was so comfy. I want to make it more stable like you have. I might end up living in mine full time so I want a roof rack and box eventually. As I was alone in my trip I was able to pee ok in the car, and do a full body wash, but I missed showers, as everywhere was closed on my trip. Thank you for being such an inspiration to us out here. You are appreciated very much.

[@vanessaboman8143]

IS I just subscribed to your channel!

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thanks for the sub and the lovely words. Sounds like your Scotland trip was pretty amazing. I have two road trips currently in editing that will be posted between now and June. Scotland is still on my list to do though

[@rooeykate]

Ford Fusion owner here! How did you do your sleeping set up?

[@vanessaboman8143]

@@rooeykate Hi, sorry it took me so long to reply.... I have a 2' 6'' bed on the passenger side. At night I just push the front seat forward and the back rest too.. I was very comfortable indeed. I cooked outside and kept my stuff behind the drivers side in boxes and I had my mattress on top of storage too. I am 5' 6'' so height might be harder for you if you are very tall.

[@xvsupremacy7190]

Yes she is a practical down to earth person. Refreshing. Can’t be doing with solitary hermits , who have room for nothing but themselves and their Buddhist prayer mats.

[@maura6375]

Big Smile 😄 I’m excited to try my 2007 SUV . You made my day! Love your idea. ❤️ I also have two dogs If you can do it “I CAN” I need to purchase the item to charge phone and tablet .. what was it called? Thank you . Stay Happy😄👍

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Nice. I've done videos on my VW Touran build which I got last year to replace the Fiesta...so much more space. By charger for phone/ tablet I assume you mean the multiple-plug charge ports I use that I plug into the cigarette lighter/12v outlet. The link is in the description of the video but this is the one I have: www.amazon.co.uk/Cigarette-Splitter-3-Socket-Separate-Voltmeter/dp/B085ZFGBBM

[@chrissharp5073]

Ingenious. It's truly amazing that you've achieved so much in such a small space and even your two dogs get to travel in style. Really enjoyed your enthusiasm for this way of travelling, so well done. Stay safe.

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thank you for the lovely comment and the feedback on the conversion. Have some improvements to work on over the winter before I head out again

[@princetonmerrick3028]

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[@salvadorkeaton251]

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[@princetonmerrick3028]

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[@princetonmerrick3028]

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[@rooeykate]

Looking at doing something similar in my small car and you’ve really inspired me with your wooden platform to make a. More storage and b. The boot level with the back seats. Also your rolled foam mattress looks great. Thanks for this video.

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Really good to hear that the video has been helpful and given you ideas. I ordered my mattress in a custom size measured to the space from GB Foam Direct and can highly recommend them...super comfortable and fits great

[@gratefulobserver7742]

Lovely idea! I have a three door but would love to give it a go. Thanks for posting 😊

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

The three door Fiestas are actually pretty good as the front seats move/tilt further forward because if access. You can definitely make it work :-)

[@jillanderson7760]

Thanks! I have a 2012 Fiesta & the back seats don’t lie flat. Thanks for showing your platform !

[@davidjacobs828]

I tried this in a fiesta.... the best item I purchased was a volvo v70 estate. This is without doubt the best ( non van ) micro stealth camping vehicle ever made . I also fitted a tow bar with full electrics enabling the addition of a caravan ...GAME CHANGER .

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Nice. I moved up to a Touran and love it. It's like the VW Caddy but with windows

[@davidjacobs828]

@@WilderhopeAdventures Impressive, I like the touran......much more room than my v70 ..I almost bought a Ford galaxy ...I like the v 70 because my dad had one .

[@john1949]

I did the same with a Volvo 940.

[@davidjacobs828]

@@john1949 nice ...

[@SacatecaDi]

Just wow. Since yesterday I've started to watch the videos about the camping in the cars. Don't know why but I want to try it the next summer. Thanks a lot for sharing your experience!

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Absolutely....can take you places you never dreamed of...so many options and much cheaper than hotels or B&Bs. No limits

[@GraysOutdoors]

Wow. Can’t believe u got it all in. Great setup

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thanks. It has taken a year to get it to this point...got some upgrades to do over winter, now that I'm working fulltime too

[@joniparker23]

Thanks for this, great ideas. Have bigger car and am only 4'11", so sure can make it work. Awesome that you get both dogs in too.

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Great to hear. Anything bigger is a plus...I miss the size of the estate I had, but not the mechanical issues. Thanks for watching :-)

[@gretchenoppriecht3726]

Perfect advice/video. I’m also 5’5” with one small doggo (15 pounds max). I’ve been hoping to invest in a teardrop camper, but with 2 kids in college it’s not in the budget right now. I have a Ford C-Max hatchback that I can work with. I might invest in racks & a hardtop carrier because I do have a spare tire, but you gave me lots of great ideas. Thanks!!

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Glad it was helpful! Hope you manage to get lots of good adventures in

[@SongsFromFarAway]

That's a clever set up, I'm really fond of this. My car is extremely tiny but I want to try something out, and you definitely gave me ideas for a good start. That's great, and so cool the dogs have their own space ❤️🐶

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Go for it! Really glad to hear this helped you out with some ideas for you going forward.

[@AnthonyJohnson1]

Must have missed this video when you first posted it. This is really creative CJ. Certainly nothing stopping you from travelling anywhere for your adventures once Covid restrictions allow.

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Definitely been the one that has brought the most traffic to my channel. Been out with it a lot....Yorkshire, Devon, Cornwall etc...all upcoming adventure/roadtrip videos. And hopefully more to come in the not to distant future

[@chrishawkins4289]

I love it. I drive a fiesta also and I have a large springer spaniel. usually I just end up not sleeping very much in the front seats. That's probably why I haven't done any more videos. This gives me food for thought.

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

I think you came here from Thomas Heaton's channel didn't you? Glad to hear it has provided some inspiration...happy to answer any more-specific questions about the build if you have any

[@chrishawkins4289]

@@WilderhopeAdventures Thank but it will be a while yet before I start but great video none the less

[@MrWildWales]

Priorities 8:10 😂 ... Super micro camper! I love that platform that you've made so clever for storing your gear 👌

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thanks...lol. And appreciate the feedback...glad you liked the platform. Was an interesting project...took some thinking outside the box

[@kingnajea]

You’re absolutely adorable m’am and thank you for this ❤️

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Ha ha, thank you

[@kingnajea]

@@WilderhopeAdventures No problem and thank you for sharing your set-up, I use my car as my office somewhat the same as you do for a camper (my bad habit that makes everything okay is iced coffee on the passenger side floor daily too 😂) it isn’t a hatch back though and now see this and have all these office idea that a hatchback would work perfect for so your video has made me look at hatchbacks a completely different way now! 🤙🏾❤️

[@juliepierce3826]

Thanks so much for taking the time to make this video! I got some really helpful ideas from you. Brilliant!

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Glad it was helpful :-) Happy adventuring

[@ChrisJB]

Very informative and a great set up. I was pleasantly surprised at just how effective it all seems to be. Best wishes, Chris

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thank you. Crazy what you can fit in a small space if you try

[@beckyrollings6961]

Absolutely fantastic video! I like your setup, your matter-of-fact presentation, and your enthusiasm. Many thanks!

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thank you...very kind. And a lovely comment to wake up to on a Friday morning

[@thunderroad9910]

Hi there!!! U did a great job with that video and your car!! I have a very similar car and am about to start my adventure as u say. I have the same issue with the seats not going down. Thx for your efforts and ideas!! B safe out there!!

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thank you and appreciate you taking the time to watch. I hope it proves useful in your car conversion. Happy to answer any questions you have about my build if it helps with yours :-)

[@wendyfayetaylor-page-4849]

Good for you! You make me feel very spoiled in my minivan. :) Safe travels!

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thank you. I actually just upgraded to a small mini-van...build video is actually out next week

[@dgaonniz4]

I had a Nissan Frontier that I was planning on converting the back out but then mechanical issues came up and now I own a Ford Fiesta. I love this lil car but I’m happy to know I don’t have to let go of this dream :)

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Sounds about like my drama from a Toyota estate to the Fiesta. Glad to hear that your dream hasn't gone out of the window

[@paulsoutdooradventures1790]

Love it. Wicked reminds me of wot Americans do at wall mart and stuff. With blackout window screens and so on Watch a few channels on boon docking and so on carcamping there all in America some some of them live all year round doing it as well I think it’s awesome myself great video Cj

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

I used to be a full-time nomad in the US...only ever lived in one place longer than six months and to this day I still consider it home.

[@bluedog4619]

I love that you go camping with your dogs. I want to go camping with my dog in my SUV. I’m inspired!

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Definitely go for it...dogs make everything better

[@cmillar849]

Really ingenious, very well thought out. Good luck .....Take care, Jack.

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thank you. Appreciate the comment :-)

[@grantt6573]

Looks great. Tempted to set my ford focus up for camping. I love your accent.

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

You should! Definitely go for it...you won't regret it. And thank you

[@sarahs1405]

I've had a thirsty Fiesta in the past,now in a 6 year old ultra eco Bmax with acres more space,seats go flat but basically same chassis as a smaller hatchback Recommend a 12v plug in shower for those out of the way spots,one end suctions onto car,the other in bucket of hot water..I think mine was around £15 online (Or Indian style bucket wash inside largest IKEA storage unit works too!)

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

I have been tempted by those but with limited privacy and space I have put the idea of a shower aside for now. I used a solar shower when my truck was my roadtripping vehicle in the US and there were millions of acres of public land to find privacy. I like the Bmax though...when it's time to sell I will look at something bigger

[@WalkWithWallace]

Nicely done, I used to have an old Honda Civic Areodeck, it was great for kipping in. My next car is possibly going to be a mini van like a VW Caddy or similar.

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

When I run this one into the ground (using it for work now too) I'm not sure what I'll get...I'm not good at planning that far ahead. Might be traveling around the world at that point after winning the lottery!!! Lol

[@WalkWithWallace]

@@WilderhopeAdventures wouldn't that be good. 😁

[@veewilde5359]

Thank you for this! I have a tiny car (Peugeot) so I’m not sure it’s possible. But definitely inspiring and I’d love to kit mine out well enough to sleep a night or two somewhere 💚

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Hopefully you can make your Peugeot work for a night or two. Sleeping diagonal I had plenty of room.

[@Gena59]

I just went from a Nissan Murano to a Ford Fiesta. Thanks for the video as I plan on doing some camping soon.

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Sounds great! Hope you have some good times with it

[@austenbladenn7266]

idahoan instant mash is the best mash! Discovered it while hiking the PCT and was so happy when I found it in Tesco! I don't drive but enjoyed watching anyway. I came here via your Vanguard Way part one vid via the SDW FB group post. Looking forward to part 2!

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Yeah...it's good stuff. I was also glad to be able to find it in this country too. Such a staple for backpacking light. The PCT is on my list to hike as soon as I can. Glad you enjoyed both videos so far :-)

[@joanneg5562]

I’m am enlisting the assistance if a carpenter friend to make a similar platform for my vauxhall Corsa Maude. I’ve inly just got her and not ready to upgrade to a camper yet to go with a friend and thought your idea would be ideal to test it out. Need to climb in the back first to see if I fit. So exciting. Thanks for your inspiration.

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Hope you can make it work...hopefully your friend has some good construction ideas. Please send pictures with whatever you do....and happy adventuring :-)

[@ZenithE8]

I took my back bottom seat out and folded down the back of the seat which makes kind of a platform to put a mattress on. I have lots of pillows and blankets. and put material over the back windows for privacy.

[@clairebourassa5943]

This is great and very helpful as I have a Kia Rio 5 which seems to be around the same size as your Ford Fiesta. And I measure 64 inches. You’ve given me great ideas on how I could sleep in my car while I’m camping. Happy trails to you!

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Glad this video was helpful and happy camping

[@aprilsurbanhomestead]

We have a fiesta too! I love your unique set up! Ours is a bit different because we have two people and two small dogs.

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thank you. Yes, very different to work with for two people but that's awesome to have made it work. Nice to hear I'm not the only one out there with a micro car camper. Thanks for watching and commenting :-)

[@nala3]

Trying to figure out something for my Mazda 3 and this has been so helpful! Now subbed! All the best on your adventures 💓😊

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Awesome! Thank you! Good luck to you too :-)

[@marks-0-0]

Like with minimalism generally, there is something calming about doing things simply in life. I've just started playing with a simple setup in my Berlingo car 👍

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Couldn't agree more :-) Good luck with however you get your car set up and may it lead to many adventures

[@Aussie_Guru]

That is super cool! Fiesta is a great car! I once converted a 3-door hatch into a full on coffee car! )

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thank you. I kinda miss it a bit now I've gone for something bigger. That's pretty cool about your coffee car

[@MichaelWilliams-ee5pp]

Loved it. Very informative. After 5? years of Suzuki Altos I'm now the proud owner of a 2006 Vauxhall Meriva. Looking fwd to attempting some sort of conversion on that. My problem is I can watch hours of fantastic videos like these, by which time it's dark outside and I'm less inclined to get up and go and do something. I think it's termed laziness 🙂

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thank you. Sounds like you have a good plan there...those videos are addictive though...easy to get distracted

[@justplan615]

very useful. I have a 4 door toyota Yaris. Would love to do this set up for car camping. Anything is possible. You just got to try it. Thank you.

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thank you. Hope you manage to work it out with your Yaris. Feel free to email if you have any further questions. Thanks for watching :-)

[@ScottfromNP]

I’m about to do same in my 2007 Ford Focus. Plenty of room with seats folded down, thanks for a few ideas I’m going to be taking into my car camper! See you around UK!

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Glad I could be of some help...hope you have many adventures in your Focus

[@kareent2235]

I can't believe I only just found your channel but I'm over the moon to have anyways. I've done a few days with my partner in our 2 door KIA. If your mind is ready you can make your space work. Great video and thank you for sharing in such detail.

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Still a relatively new channel so glad you found us and that the video was useful...lovely to have the video bring you here and hope you continue to enjoy future videos.

[@MaryGordonOfficial]

I have a Ford Fiesta too and this is perfect because I’ve been thinking of converting my car! Thanks for this great video!👏🏼

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Glad it was helpful!

[@scottandrews1419]

Absolutely loved this video, and you have inspired me to go out in my fiesta this weekend, lovely to see you take your dogs as well, bless your soul, thank you

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thank you...glad it was helpful. Hope you have some epic adventures in your Fiesta

[@robynb2273]

I have a Subaru xv and have done something similar.....it is a blessing being shorter 5"1 makes it easier to sleep in a car....thanks for sharing 🙂👍

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Totally agree! Glad you enjoyed the video

[@innerjoon]

Thanks for sharing this video and your insights!! You've literally inspired one person here on earth ✌️ I had been traveling on my motorcycle with all the stuff till last December. But now I think I'm gonna use the small car n experiment with it ✨ Have a wonderful life ahead 👍 keep shining 🌟

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thanks for leaving such a lovely comment. I hope you are able to make the small car work for you and that there are many adventures ahead with it. Take care

[@danman2070]

You are awesome. Well done! I'm in Australia and I'm going to follow your lead.

[@paulapjclark8928]

Wow 😳 I have a 2019 fiesta and I’ve wondered how to make it work, now I know. Thank you 😊

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Glad it was helpful and happy adventuring :-)

[@marknev]

I'm moving back to Europe in a couple of months. I'll travel a lot in a small car since gas is expensive there. . You gave me some great ideas. Thanks.

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Glad this was helpful...and you're not wrong about the price of gas!!!

[@Bcwilderness]

cool and resourcefull person, taking a scary leap into my focus a year after colon cancer obv needed to be around toilet but, have to do this now as cant work or afford place, an old car and the outdoors here we come, thank life for youtube and cool people

[@Bcwilderness]

your stunning dogs too :) great to see, thanks for this helps with the confidence

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thank you and good luck with your conversion. There is a great packable toilet perfect for small car campers that I discovered that could be kept around for emergencies: www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B08G4Z95MK/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_2?smid=A1NBUP7UTUHC7L&th=1

[@Bcwilderness]

@@WilderhopeAdventures much appreciated thankyou, these vids are the way to go i think a lot of people getting into it so to speak, be great to hear your experiences, safe places tips, hoping to get through the early months ready for autumn winter, great adventure though, second chance at life for me beating cancer at 49, just gutted i cant carry my drums in a ford lol

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

@@Bcwilderness Glad to be of help. I would definitely search KZbin for either Prius or Ford Focus conversion builds to help you with some ideas for your specific car. I'm thinking of doing a video about tips on car/van dwelling for solo female travelers on staying safe etc

[@Bcwilderness]

@@WilderhopeAdventures yes brilliant thanks, im just going to whip a back seat out and build a folding base and sleep corner to corner nearly 6 foot so should make it or wear tight socks lol, yes its a lot to look at, porta stove potty and power the 3 ps im thinking first, ive got an injured bird to take to now which will make it interesting, baby pidgeon so not alone with a winged wonder, i have subscribed so look forward to seeing any stuff on the subject as its a brave new world out there, did you worry about good breakdown cover, i dig fords but thinking of a honda crv as my car is a 58 reg and im not a petrol head, best j

[@domainnameguy]

great vlog when i used to live in my car i used to sleep in the front seat and i am 6ft tall and its comfy enough all i would say if you sleep in the front seat etc make sure you can extend your legs fully so that you dont get cramp etc but i used to live in a vauxhall astra and i used to keep everything in the boot with parcel shelf in normal position but used to acess contents from the boot from within the car via the rear split seats etc and to do this you need to keep the back seats empty to access the boot etc and i used to keep tinned food in the passenger doorwell etc and i usedto buy a drive thru breakfast which if you buy a hot coffee it removes the need to carry a cooking stove etc and you can use the bathroom facilities at a drivethru or service station or supermarket etc free showers are available at motorway service stations etc hope my experience off living in a small car helps

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thank you. And thank you for adding your experiences and tips. Useful for others following the same path. Living in a small car, or any small vehicle and you really make use of every small nook and cranny.

[@domainnameguy]

@@WilderhopeAdventures its only by youtubers living in a car or van and making videos of how they live that lifestyle thats helps others to be confident to do the same

[@andreacampbell918]

So great! I’ve got the Suzuki swift plus two dogs….but yeah, you make adventure seem possible! Im doing this!

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Awesome to hear...hope you have many many adventures :-)

[@karenlewkowitz5858]

Great video and presentation. You are a gifted speaker!

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thank you...what a kind and lovely comment :-)

[@notthatkindofanglican]

Just come across this video. As another comment said, it's quite difficult to find a good UK set up. Thanks for making it. I'm taking my 3 year old for a night's car camping in a couple of weeks in a ford focus estate (I need the estate as I'm 5'11") for the first time. She's been in tents loads but never a basic car set up. It'll be interesting to say the least.

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thanks. Glad it was helpful. I don't know if you have seen my Touran (original build and updated) conversion video which might give you some ideas too. Thanks for watching and hope you enjoy your car camping trip with your daughter.

[@jonnytentpeg]

F ing good job good on yer lass if it ticks all your boxes and you're happy with it my dear then we're all good to go brillant absolutely brilliant top vid as always keep up the good work LNT 😀👍

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thanks dude...appreciate the words of encouragement

[@NotAnotherAdventure]

Now I desperately need to convert my car into a mini camper! Great video

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thanks. I literally just traded the Fiesta in for a VW Touran and did another build for a micro camper. Needed something slightly bigger for the dogs and when the weather isn't great

[@NotAnotherAdventure]

@@WilderhopeAdventures excited to see the progress!

[@carlsadventures2361]

this is an very inspiring video i have a 2015 3 door vauxhall corsa and I'm looking into this as an alternative to the next stage from a tent.

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thank you...hope you manage to make your Corsa work and find many great adventures ahead of you :-)

[@ivettecolon7458]

Making the best of it while you can ..like the way you set it up ..Don't know how you manage with 2 dogs but works for you ..That's for sharing..

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thanks....it's a tight squeeze with two dogs but at least it stays warm!

[@Jump_onYour_soapbox]

Hi this was so so inspirational! Quick question what is your bed made of ? Just foam ? And the Waterproof blue cover that goes below - Love when it’s rolled Up it looks so organized 🤞wish me luck with my Toyota Matrix - plan is robe Done by October15 2023 -I am just started to learn what I need and what I don’t out of my house ! I want my coffee Press for sure 😂

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thank you. It is foam that was ordered from.GB Foam Direct and cut to size. The waterproof cover is a shower curtain :-)

[@BoadiceanRevenge]

Hello dear. Well! You have certainly helped in my decision to 'rearrange' my 12 year old Peugeot hatchback. I've already had to sleep in it for several months last year, alongside my very heavy pollycotton tent so am familiar with its advantages and limitations. Being 5. 1' on one side and 4.11' on the other (got a few Dodgy bits about the body), I am ok to get in and out as I've developed my own little methods for doing things because of the limitations in my joints. So far I've done ok but I want improve my living/sleeping area. Atm, I am in temp accommodation but don't ever want to go back permanently to conventional living and one day hope to have a campervan. Sadly, my lovely air tent is now too big and heavy for me to manage so I shall get a trailer tent instead. There are some very well priced ones out there to fit my car. This will also give me the privacy needed for the essential loo! As for showers there are always the camping and caravan club sites of which I am a member. And of course swimming pools! At nearly 66 and about to draw my state pension, I need to get moving again and be outdoors. I've hid away for the last 6 months so time to hit the road again (hopefully not literally.) But do need to look at converting my car. While the seat fold down good it would give me so much more room with the back ones out. So any suggestions and/or advice from you or your viewers would be most welcome. It's just me. No animals or other humans! 🙋🙏🙂

[@magicaltalks7889]

My 2020 Honda Civic hatchback is just as small lol I think I’ll be giving this a go soon. Thank you!

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Go for it...love to help inspire people to use what they have available. Hope you have many happy adventures

[@BloggStandard]

very ingenious... glad to see the bedding took priority and works well

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thank you. There is definitely a priority when out traveling to get a good night of sleep...whether that is in the car or a tent

[@rlowle1228]

Very well done. You can throw away the spare tire and have more room. I just built a bunk bed for my dog. Now he sleeps in his bed and my feet and legs are under the bunk. Happy camping.

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

This car didn't come with a spare tire; very few do these days. My Touran doesn't have one either

[@rlowle1228]

@@WilderhopeAdventures No spare. Boy I'd have a hard time with that.

[@frankcairns1825]

love your camping stove set up

[@judyhobday4760]

Mine is Ford Escape. Took out one of the back seats, but next summer will take out the other. One side did not cut it for me and my dog. Thank you for the ideas.

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

A nice car to be working with there...a little more room. I completely agree with one side not being enough...makes it feel cramped. Glad there was a little inspiration in this video for you and hope you enjoy the summer and are able to get out for some adventures :-)

[@andyholtorp]

Very ingenious, would be a bit small for me but very clever!

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Yeah, very much only suitable for short people. But it just goes to show what you can make work if you have a need and the desire to do more

[@lindaseiffert2737]

Maybe a tarp with magnets when it rains to put over you while you cook a bit...would help a lot...😊

[@GovindSoniDotCom]

Thanks a lot for sharing it. I wonder how would you keep yourself warmer in wintery cold and also stop light coming in .

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

I didn't. I would sit in pubs in winter to stay warm and then crawl into bed which was toasty. Light was limited by a dark tint and fitted sun shades. Daylight at 4am was fine with an eye mask, but it was the headlights in some places that were frustrating. Mostly it didn't bother me.

[@terriererer]

Brilliant video. I have a ford fiesta and want to travel to Scotland Inna camper, may use some of your ideas for converting my mini car into a super minicamper. From Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. Thanks for sharing 🙂

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Glad you found it useful. Hope you can make use of any of the ideas or products I found useful.

[@camdentown69]

Hi what a great inspiration, I have a 7 seater car, wondered what you used for your windows xx ps I'm Durham area hope you liked yorkshire , absolutely inspiration thank you

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

I've moved into a 7-seater Touran. I have two tour/update videos on them on this channel also. I didn't have any window covers in the Fiesta other than Car Shade brands sunshades (great for having windows down and bug protection as well as privacy...look nice too as fitted inside rather than over the door). In my Touran I have the same Car Shade brand sun shades but also fitted double-layered curtains with a dark layer as a liner and pretty nature-print on the other side. I have the same for the rear although that is a cord rather than a curtain rail. In the front I use double-layered Zatatoo window curtains (black layer outside, blue for decor inside - they are not thick enough to block much light as a single layer). I also have a thick fabric shower curtain (with button holes not grommets) I can put up between the passenger compartment and the cockpit but rarely use it.

[@jonnV-gl4wi]

Great setup in your Fiesta! You could add a tarp over the boot when it’s open to the ground with pegs while you are cooking/changing etc. Thanks

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thanky you. I had thought about something like that, especially for days when it is raining and I want to be able to cook. I haven't quite figured out how to do it yet but it is a concept in the works. Thanks for reminding me

[@mooping7049]

I use a simple car cover and some magnets to fix it on one side of the rooftop. When I open the back door to this side, it creates a small covered space. Enough to change clothes and have some kind of privacy.

[@serenakoleno9338]

Some shower curtains have magnets in hems, wonder if those could attach upside down to outside of hatch?

[@sandrasandoval8111]

Great Setup You have inspired me to try this with my Nissan Versa! I'm 4'8 and pretty sure I can sleep in the back seat comfortably if I add additional width to the back seat. I can set up my trunk in three to 4 parts 1. KITCHEN 2. CLOTHES 3. GARAGE 4. MISCELLANEOUS Thank you for sharing your video. Can't wait for my adventure. You take care and safe travels 🙂🙏✌️

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Sounds amazing. I hope you have many amazing adventures in it

[@Kyliedoscope]

I’m super inspired because I have a ford fiesta and want to begin camping in my car with my cat!

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Go for it :-) Have many adventures

[@aishashah3416]

So pleased I found your video. The majority on KZbin are American campers. I’ve yearned to start camping with my car but wondered how safe it is for a solo female. I’ve decided to go for it. So the real question is can this set up work with a Mini Cooper ? I’m only 5.4 😁😁

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

I think it's because it is so easy to do in the USA...but glad you found us. I have only ever had one issue with a passive-aggressive neighbor (house not other camper) of the area I was parked that said No Overnight Parking as he kept driving in the area and shining his high beams in my car. I didn't feel unsafe, just annoyed. Hopefully you can find a way to make your Mini work for you

[@steinroarlenes9393]

What a clever set up for a tiny small car

[@ZenithE8]

I have a Ford Fiesta and I have a very cozy space in mine.

[@lmaoroflcopter]

Really clever solution. I think a fiesta is too small for me (5ft 11) but might have a go at knocking something together with my small car (Seat Leon) really nice setup, you can see how you've learned improvements you've made over time, thanks for sharing your idea with us.

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Sounds great!

[@jillanderson7760]

What about privacy covers for windows?

[@lindakurtz2653]

Thanks for sharing. It’s all about taking your assets and finances and making it work based on your own personal requirements. It certainly works our problem solving muscles!

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thank you for the comment...couldn't agree more about making things work for personal requirements

[@colinvespa4709]

Interesting set up. 👍 I do a lot of car camping myself travelling all over the UK in a Ford C Max, same floor pan as your car but higher.

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Very cool! I would definitely benefit from a little more roof space in this

[@sarahs1405]

Same here but BMax

[@jamespsyfer]

Maybe because such a confined space and cooking near potentially flammable materials, consider a small fire extinguisher in the kit?

[@msjones8873]

Thank you so much for this video! It made my day! I am SO inspired now!

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

You are so welcome! Really glad to hear that...hope you have some epic plans for yourself :-)

[@designthinkingwithgian]

hello, I'm really inspired by your video. Any videos on how to build that amazing storage frame for your car? I've taken the seats out of my car so this "step" of the process is a bit of a grey area

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

I didn't make a video of that as it was before I started the channel. It was a box built lumber (2x8" width I think) to the dimensions of the boot and the plywood was installed on top of that with a hinge at in the center. It was a bit of trial and error in how to make it work best for the Fiesta

[@Kim-nq9ru]

Hi. Great video; it’s amazing what you can do in such a small space! Can you let me know what make your little blue power set up is please? That looks useful! Happy travels x

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Hi and thank you. All equipment is listed in the comments with links (non-affiliate) but this is the one I have and really like it. The amount of ports has been really useful. The plug does tend to pop out of my 12v charging port so had to wrap it with a rubber band: amazon.co.uk/Cigarette-Splitter-3-Socket-Separate-Voltmeter/dp/B085ZFGBBM

[@marionwall8893]

That's truly amazing. Thank you for sharing! Certainly very inspiring.

[@jim-bob-outdoors]

Some good ideas in this video. Trouble is I would not fit on a Fiesta. 😁 Have camped around northern Europe in a Mitsi shogun though. Regards JB.

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thanks. It has definitely been my most popular one. It just shows what is possible when you have to make something work...and all it takes is a little thinking outside the box. Of course gotta be short to make the Fiesta work...but the concept applies to any car really

[@mizztraveller]

Nice setup

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thank you :-)

[@miriamanderson6146]

Wow! It's great! Not expensive and yet of good quality! Thanks for sharing!

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thanks. Yeah; I like to work with what I have and upcycle what I can if I have it. Have added some window shades since this video and I've done lots of nights in it...and been very comfortable. Thanks for watching

[@salam-us-dakhla8308]

You are so creative, best of luck!

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thank you! You too!

[@novaadventures5758]

Great use of space I have a Citroen berlingo named Nova that I’ve converted into a micro camper 😊

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thank you. I have upgraded to a VW Touran now as I really wanted a fixed bed and to be able to sit up in bed. But the Fiesta was great for almost two years

[@novaadventures5758]

@@WilderhopeAdventures yeah the berlingo is great sometimes wish I had gone bigger but then there’s only me so more often than not she does very well

[@ENDUROFINA]

I was afraid that my VW Passat would be too small ... great job. Thumbs up!

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

That would depend on how tall you are I think...they are definitely bigger than a Fiesta. And thank you :-)

[@fiskrond9212]

brushed cotton sheets and a wool blanket may be a better choice than a quilt.. wool seems to have a natural quality to regulate heat, cotton sheets will absorb any sweat/humidity, also take up less space...

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thanks for sharing!

[@MsKaJuNtLc]

I searched the comments to see if this question had already been asked but was unable to find anything…Do you mind sharing what mattress or foam you use abs where you got it? And how difficult is it to remove the bottom seat? Do you put it back in in between trips? I have a fiesta also and I am in the process of the ting to figure out how to build it out…but I will only be a weekend warrior and will need my back seat for when I get my grandkids and such. Thank you so very much for your help!! Your setup is exactly what I want!

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

I got the foam for my mattress from GB Foam Direct as good prices and they could cut it to the size and shape I wanted. Free delivery too. The bottom seat is a bit of a pain to remove but definitely not as bad as some cars and because I built a wooden platform to support the mattress I never put it back in until I sold it. You could definitely build a platform over the seats without removing the seat base cushions but would definitely leave a little less head height. Either approach is doable but I think if you need your back seats then building a boot jump to go over the seats is your best bet

[@pilgrimoutdoors-uk6177]

Brilliant! A truly awesome set up - hard work - but awesome. I fell in love with you the second you popped that bottle of Hop House 13 from your boot to the floor at 8:10 😂 A new SUB from me June 2021. I can only see two minor things that would make your life MUCH more bearable... A cheap, (or expensive if you wish) pop up gazebo that would cover the rear of the car when cooking, raining etc...I have one for exactly that reason with my Camper-car.....And secondly, a roof rack with a roof box to store it and a few other bits in. When I added a roof box to mine ... the amount of extra space was amazing! Love this video. 👍🏻

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Thank you. As far as the suggestions...couldn't agree more. As far as the first (the gazebo): I am always stealth camping in remote areas so the awning would just have been too obvious, but yes, if I was utilizing campsites...absolutely. And the second...I didn't want to put too much money into the build as it's never going to be a forever car. In fact keep your eyes out for a new video in August!!!