How I Live In My Car Without ANYONE Knowing | Self-Converted Camaro Camper

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  • @solarcampercar
    @solarcampercar  Рік тому +4858

    BIG update... (06/2023) I finished nursing school, got my nursing license and moved into a bigger SUV camper. You need to watch this ❤ - Here's the video: ua-cam.com/video/Y4NEWVHQ2MM/v-deo.html

    • @nicholasjason8153
      @nicholasjason8153 Рік тому +146

      your video (this one) iterally just came across to my youtube timeline for the first time, and I'm absolutely impressed and interested with such a small interior. And when I scroll down to the comments section, you dropped this big announcement.. this is rare lol

    • @niani8359
      @niani8359 Рік тому +61

      So proud of you!

    • @brentacusmaximus6677
      @brentacusmaximus6677 Рік тому +127

      So I'm guessing an SUV would be considered a mansion ? 😂

    • @Zee_1003
      @Zee_1003 Рік тому +22

      i think a good swiss army knife will be very useful.

    • @rk-ec7kx
      @rk-ec7kx Рік тому +44

      I lived in my pickup for a out of necessity, I upgraded to a tent, then a rv, I'm still living the rv life going on my 4th year.

  • @jdwylde7
    @jdwylde7 Рік тому +22618

    I slept in my truck, went to school full time, and worked a job for 3 years. Tough as it was, it paid off in the end. Money saved, I’m working my career, and I’m now expecting my second child in September with my wife in our home we own together. Keep going brother. It’s worth it.

  • @The_O_life
    @The_O_life Рік тому +12187

    you never know, this is why i believe in always treating people with respect and kindness. bro is out here living the fullest life possible, pursuing a degree, keeping a youtube channel alive and doing it all in good spirits. Thats inspiring. thanks for sharing your journey.

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Рік тому +768

      I appreciate you saying that, theolife.

    • @rhaffaellaalmondes5312
      @rhaffaellaalmondes5312 Рік тому +104

      Your comment it’s beautiful words 😍 God bless you hun ❤️🙏🏾🙏🏾🥰😍❤️❣️

    • @rhaffaellaalmondes5312
      @rhaffaellaalmondes5312 Рік тому

      @theolife7726

    • @Rachelballew000
      @Rachelballew000 Рік тому

      Oh you mean allow other people to treat me like shit and stay silent. 🤔🤣🤣🤣

    • @sl2427
      @sl2427 Рік тому +62

      Super excited & so proud of him.💯💞💫

  • @Bricktown982
    @Bricktown982 Рік тому +9265

    It is not as simple as he makes it look. He is incredibly organized.

    • @vswayz490
      @vswayz490 Рік тому +90

      I agree

    • @kyle7053
      @kyle7053 Рік тому

      He has money for a nice car a nice setup and he's eating shrimp. I don't think he's that "organized" ha imagine being someone who does this shit for clout, you gotta be a real douche.

    • @Video-Games-Are-Fun
      @Video-Games-Are-Fun Рік тому +304

      easier to eat a raw food diet: nuts, cereals, vegetables, fruits, protein supps., I can go on. no need to waste time resource n money on cooking meals.

    • @ClairenParkerontheRoad
      @ClairenParkerontheRoad Рік тому +297

      Living in a car is like an art. Not everyone can do it successfully. I live in my car and sometimes do so successfully and other times not so much. It's like a skill that has to be developed and exercised like learning a dance or how to drive.

    • @ne9835
      @ne9835 Рік тому +9

      Agreed!!!

  • @AnnaLory-l4u
    @AnnaLory-l4u 3 місяці тому +310

    I lived in my car as a teenager. Later I lived in the the hood and man was it hard. I had to remind myself every day I have a good job and I have a plan. Now I own my own home. I applaud anyone struggling working towards their dreams with a good attitude.

    • @CesarRetamoza
      @CesarRetamoza 2 місяці тому +5

      Every comment on here: I was a bum now I'm a millionaire 🤪

    • @Nelson4207
      @Nelson4207 2 місяці тому +1

      ​@@CesarRetamoza Youll never pay off that mortgage, youll rent forever, keep grinding them pizzas funny man👍

    • @Name-lt2tz
      @Name-lt2tz 2 місяці тому

      but if you have to live in a car, fisrtt thing is sell sports car and buy car with big room. If you can afford - van.

    • @johnelbrus2651
      @johnelbrus2651 2 місяці тому

      If I was going to live in a car I would try to at least buy a minivan so at least you would have some room

    • @Name-lt2tz
      @Name-lt2tz 2 місяці тому

      @@johnelbrus2651 actually I have checked his other videos and he tried minivans or suvs. So he wanted to show to us this I guess.

  • @Hunt_or_Die
    @Hunt_or_Die Рік тому +1826

    Anyone who has a work ethic like yours while keeping a smile living in a car is superhuman! You are actually amazing. You deserve all the success in the world.

    • @sexykez81
      @sexykez81 Рік тому +3

      Aww that’s so nice 😊 I’m your first sub

    • @JustAnotherGamer1005
      @JustAnotherGamer1005 Рік тому +4

      It can actually be 'freeing' to live like that. Brings a certaine tranquility. I've lived from in a car for 6 months during my travels in Aussie, when I was younger. When I went back for a second time, I did hostels, which were only for 2 months. I enjoyed myself more and was more relaxed from living out of the car than living from out of hostels. There is something about the simplicity of living out of a car, that somehow makes life feel more grounded.
      On the other hand, don't know how sustainable it is when you have to do it your entire life. As you get older, it probably will get less comfortable. Sports cars aren't really the way to do it though.

    • @vaekkriinhart4347
      @vaekkriinhart4347 Рік тому +2

      If it's so great, why didn't stay in his car?.. Or, maybe I misunderstood. I guess, he chose to live there out of necessity?..

    • @vaekkriinhart4347
      @vaekkriinhart4347 Рік тому

      ​@alexsoto9520Was/ is Jesus "superhuman"? I don't think He had a car

    • @elizabethtyler3708
      @elizabethtyler3708 Рік тому

      He is YOUNG .If he here older he would look a lot more tired.😄

  • @anleniac
    @anleniac Рік тому +2119

    Unsure why YT recommended this to me but I’m so glad I watched. As a fellow nurse, I have so much respect for this guy. He is the definition of taking what he’s got and making it work. Not feeling bad for himself. Not making any excuses. Inspirational.

    • @greenflamingoentertainment8613
      @greenflamingoentertainment8613 Рік тому +36

      Bro can’t do only fans, so he’s gotta live in the “Tiny Van”
      Building Back Better

    • @zesphirousnetwork3681
      @zesphirousnetwork3681 Рік тому +4

      Onlyfans?

    • @smashbros2023
      @smashbros2023 Рік тому +1

      Right!

    • @odd02
      @odd02 Рік тому +4

      Same it was random how it recommended this to me, but I do like watching these abit.

    • @boystobusiness
      @boystobusiness Рік тому +17

      You wouldn’t date him though, women don’t date guys living in their car

  • @yoshieeb
    @yoshieeb Рік тому +6364

    It cracks me up thinking that the people who engineered and designed this car would never expect their sports car to be an RV

    • @stuwest3653
      @stuwest3653 Рік тому +44

      The Camaro is not a sports car.

    • @yoshieeb
      @yoshieeb Рік тому +489

      @@stuwest3653 “This iconic sports car combines aerodynamic performance with classic style and will attract attention wherever you go.” - Chevy

    • @stuwest3653
      @stuwest3653 Рік тому +35

      @@yoshieeb Chevrolet is wrong.

    • @yoshieeb
      @yoshieeb Рік тому +307

      @@stuwest3653 ok cool 😂

    • @bloodyknowzZ
      @bloodyknowzZ Рік тому +69

      Isnt it crazy how every car that leaves the line has a story that it's gonna live .

  • @CERBERUS1O8
    @CERBERUS1O8 3 місяці тому +460

    ..... This dude is really committed to not missing his Camaro payment

  • @robertsm8285
    @robertsm8285 Рік тому +3135

    The fact he can do this inside of a Camaro is amazing.

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Рік тому +103

      💕

    • @Jason187Dailey
      @Jason187Dailey Рік тому +133

      He's probably 5 ft tall

    • @martinkulik9466
      @martinkulik9466 Рік тому +8

      How big is Camaro inside? It's normal size sedan no?

    • @ohokcool
      @ohokcool Рік тому +114

      It’s a Camaro… you can’t even see out of those things, let alone into them 😂

    • @r32juan
      @r32juan Рік тому +23

      ​@@martinkulik9466 its super small

  • @frankcruz3546
    @frankcruz3546 Рік тому +2264

    Never compare yourself with anyone else because everybody’s situation is different. Respect for this man’s Ingenuity and discipline.

    • @aidenthesalesman3114
      @aidenthesalesman3114 Рік тому +57

      yeah but i dont have respect for how he put the flavor in the ramen THEN DRAINED OUT ALL THE FLAVOR

    • @modalize
      @modalize Рік тому +1

      Life is comparison

    • @kingmusa8618
      @kingmusa8618 Рік тому +2

      @@aidenthesalesman3114rs need a lil juice in that

    • @d-baserox2773
      @d-baserox2773 Рік тому

      Well okay I will tell u what - here is just another possible more appropriate & commonly said hack - -
      How about NEVER telling other one the Anti-social media U Don't even know what or what NOT to do - - -
      Man seems pretty smart & clever - So honestly really just choosing NOT to buy it - nursing school & a Camaro & imagine he is likely clever enough to fine to finances to have a place call a roof over his head Vs a car - that could just as easily get towed or damaged -
      I might be surprised that that many auto insurance companies might encourage using ones car for living regularly unless not a working car anymore

    • @markmanuel5821
      @markmanuel5821 Рік тому +3

      Well said... gotta respect

  • @Msundrestimated777
    @Msundrestimated777 Рік тому +3871

    I was homeless for 5 years with my children. I made it work. Lived in the car, gyms and hotels, I took everyone to school and work. I never gave up, even though I wanted to some days. Starting a new job at the hospital soon and renting a home. It can only go up from here. Blessing to come no matter how the economy looks. I will own homes and pass my blessings on.

    • @_.Awririchan._
      @_.Awririchan._ Рік тому +37

    • @Am-ym3mr
      @Am-ym3mr Рік тому +19

      crazy how u make this about u go

    • @MyLove-iy7pi
      @MyLove-iy7pi Рік тому +34

      Your strength and endurance will pay off!🧘🏽‍♂️🫶🏽

    • @shanagirl33
      @shanagirl33 Рік тому +15

      Good luck to you 🤍 keep going 😊

    • @inputname000
      @inputname000 Рік тому +13

      Wish u all the luck and health

  • @Tangutica
    @Tangutica 4 місяці тому +431

    What a lovely bloke. Not a shred of self pity. Doing what has to be done. Getting on with it and telling us about it with no embellishment. Bravo.

    • @sebastiandragonsin1423
      @sebastiandragonsin1423 3 місяці тому +2

      😂😂😂😂😂right

    • @GoldenGraham25
      @GoldenGraham25 3 місяці тому +8

      Nothing tickles me more than to see someone use the word, “bloke.”🤣🤣🤣
      Love X America

    • @JesusLightsYourPath
      @JesusLightsYourPath 3 місяці тому +4

      im sure he gets sad sometimes

    • @xijinping3331
      @xijinping3331 3 місяці тому +2

      Bro could just work more. Sacrificing your health, romantic relationships and plutonic relationships, the most important qualities of life, for what? A little bit of money? He could easily make up for that by doing Uber or working more.

    • @TruthSerum220
      @TruthSerum220 2 місяці тому

      ​@@xijinping3331Work more to be Home Less?

  • @InmyHumbleOpiniontube
    @InmyHumbleOpiniontube 9 місяців тому +808

    I think the biggest take away from watching this is how much of a positive vibe this guy is putting out considering the circumstances and his patience and will power to survive is remarkable

    • @LordOfThePancakes
      @LordOfThePancakes 7 місяців тому +6

      As opposed to what, not surviving? Should he just lay down on the sidewalk and call it quits.

    • @BlowinFree
      @BlowinFree 6 місяців тому +25

      @@LordOfThePancakessome folks do

    • @LewHerry
      @LewHerry 6 місяців тому +15

      But he’s rich lol? It’s not hard to survive when you have tons of resources brother 💪 This is more like a well calculated financial decision with a POSITIVE net gain.

  • @chrsn
    @chrsn Рік тому +2668

    Geez. A minivan would feel like a damn condo after this! Props to you for making this arrangement work.

    • @yksi1
      @yksi1 Рік тому +96

      That’s exactly what i thought too! My little sister owns a Citroen Berlingo minivan and she kind of transformed it into a camper so she could live in it. She quit her job then the apartment lease to gain some freedom and to go soul searching in the southern Spain!

    • @cicatrace
      @cicatrace Рік тому +14

      @@yksi1 Nah she's just stalking Amber Heard

    • @errornotfound4004
      @errornotfound4004 Рік тому +40

      ​@@yksi1"Soul searching" 😅

    • @walther89
      @walther89 Рік тому +5

      pros and cons if you are big 😂

    • @GLsJAwtomatica
      @GLsJAwtomatica Рік тому +16

      @@errornotfound4004shadow work, inner child work call it whatever you want but maybe you need to try it sometime

  • @brimo4565
    @brimo4565 Рік тому +1158

    I love this guy’s attitude. He is truly the epitome of living in the moment. He doesn’t complain, you can really see he’s entirely focused on what he’s doing and he made a CAMARO comfortable enough to live in! He’s such an awesome example. I went through nursing school with a roof over my head, not needing to work or pay bills and I still managed to complain every day. Kudos to you you’re truly an inspiration 😊

    • @travisvanalst4698
      @travisvanalst4698 Рік тому +21

      I’m going to guarantee you he isn’t “comfortable” in there lol.

    • @brimo4565
      @brimo4565 Рік тому +22

      @@travisvanalst4698 😂😂 well as comfortable as he can be

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Рік тому +41

      That's a sweet comment, thank you Brimo 🙉

    • @twilfits
      @twilfits Рік тому +5

      @@travisvanalst4698 nope. I went from a 1mm house to a car. Comfy. Loved it. Bought another house and feel closed in lol.
      Bought a car w bigger windows.
      I sleep there when I'm on the road.

    • @stevenbaker7025
      @stevenbaker7025 Рік тому

      'he doesn't complain', yeah that's what the rich want 🐑ple to do so they can feed their trust fund babies and starve everyone else 🤣

  • @Sojourner675
    @Sojourner675 3 місяці тому +80

    I just found this video, i don't know your background but If i was an employer, I'd hire you in a heartbeat. You're the kind of person who makes a great employee/entrepreneur, your attitude is one for the case studies, unbelievable. You are not complaining about your lifestyle but you're finding solutions to your challenges. You'll go far my man, that's for sure. Godspeed 🙏

  • @DaChillSpot-MacMechi
    @DaChillSpot-MacMechi Рік тому +228

    I had to do this for 3 weeks. In and out of hotels sometimes. Working 2 jobs and after about a month , I had my own apartment and man just watching him wake up and turn the car on damn near made cry. Bad times make u stronger

    • @anthonygato407
      @anthonygato407 Рік тому

      the simulacrum is designed against us from day 1. the 5 corporations that created it already anticipate you buying ## tubes of toothpaste, ## pairs of shoes, ect... they proactively dismantle alternative options too. so we must locate gaps in the matrix code to out live their statistics. the rules say things getting pulled off are not possible. dont use their mathematics.

    • @Mc.flyyy11
      @Mc.flyyy11 Рік тому +15

      Keep pushing

  • @LemonDropLab
    @LemonDropLab Рік тому +1046

    I like how we are enjoying the funner, bright side of "living" in a vehicle. I was swallowed by tremendous shame when I unintentionally landed living in my vehicle until I stumbled on UA-cam. Thanks for being a positive force in a darker world than I could have ever imagined. ❤

    • @Bricktown982
      @Bricktown982 Рік тому +2

      is it that bad?

    • @LemonDropLab
      @LemonDropLab Рік тому +126

      @@Bricktown982 it's pretty bad when you have to hide from bad guys, good guys, home dwellers, law enforcement, and become invisible in society. When you see people cross the street to avoid walking past you because you are dwelling in a vehicle, it hurts. That's why seeing others doing it and finding ways to be joyous in a vehicle have helped in untold ways.

    • @untitled6391
      @untitled6391 Рік тому +22

      @@LemonDropLab "home dwellers" xD

    • @XDot_FLOCKS
      @XDot_FLOCKS Рік тому +31

      @@LemonDropLab Man I hope you have a better life and get back on the right path in life I hope and pray the best for you 🙏🙏

    • @LemonDropLab
      @LemonDropLab Рік тому +32

      @@XDot_FLOCKS you have created a warm fuzzy in my spirit. I really really thank you for your kindness. Little bits are better. I just value kind people so much and THAT helps so much.

  • @PerrySkyePhoenix
    @PerrySkyePhoenix Рік тому +1360

    It doesn't look simple to me at all. I have a lot of respect for anyone that can pull this off.

    • @vaekkriinhart4347
      @vaekkriinhart4347 Рік тому +12

      yeah, not sure I could do it... And I'm not exactly 'normal'.. But, I could do it if I absolutely had to tho, as could u

    • @Imthesoulofthes
      @Imthesoulofthes Рік тому +10

      It’s better than Nothing.
      Looks kinda Cozy too.

    • @devilsorchard1449
      @devilsorchard1449 Рік тому +32

      It's not so bad. It sure beats the hell out of an underpass, drain tunnel, or a back alley. Just keep your setup organized, and it can be very cozy.

    • @jerrysetlerr770
      @jerrysetlerr770 Рік тому +11

      ​@Imthesoulofthes way better than nothing ...you got a car to go were you want and a place to get by without a soul knowing . The real way to pull off homeless but without being a bother.

    • @ImaPullThru
      @ImaPullThru Рік тому

      @@Imthesoulofthesfr

  • @lenznylenzny7131
    @lenznylenzny7131 3 місяці тому +63

    been living in my car for a year now …wow ur set up is amazing …much love to all in the struggle..

    • @skyebaloo6171
      @skyebaloo6171 3 місяці тому +2

      And much love to you also

    • @KingDub8
      @KingDub8 3 місяці тому +2

      Keep on pushing!

    • @npcgoku
      @npcgoku 6 днів тому

      I hope you pull through ❤

  • @oliviasfermi4465
    @oliviasfermi4465 Рік тому +868

    I'm a travel nurse and I do this sometimes to avoid the price gouging landlords. Kudos to you!

    • @mizbootsie8175
      @mizbootsie8175 Рік тому +50

      Thinking of traveling in my SUV for the same reason!

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Рік тому +68

      That's awesome, Olivia. I hope to travel nurse when I have the chance

    • @botezsimp5808
      @botezsimp5808 Рік тому +62

      Thinking about living in a vehicle for the same reason. These house/rent prices are downright criminal.

    • @hustleusa
      @hustleusa Рік тому +13

      Would u date a guy who pulled up in this nd said sit in the back lol

    • @knightofcydonia1192
      @knightofcydonia1192 Рік тому +41

      @@hustleusa Me and my husband have lived in our van for over 4 years with a setup similar to this. And we did indeed meet around the time when it began. Couldn't be happier!

  • @mrnateford
    @mrnateford Рік тому +371

    Honestly youtube is all the difference. Maybe 10 years ago this would be a different story. He's not a "loser" living in his car, he's a content creator documenting a lifestyle option. Amazing what a little perspective does to one's situation. Right on man, take advantage of all opportunities.

    • @diegoalfonso356
      @diegoalfonso356 Рік тому +9

      in my country owning this car gives you status and pussy. its all about perspective

    • @musicizm88
      @musicizm88 Рік тому +3

      Lifestyle option. Really lol.

    • @cdeeznuts3995
      @cdeeznuts3995 Рік тому

      No he’s a loser living in his car still

    • @Peakfreud
      @Peakfreud Рік тому +6

      Yeah I aint buying it, this is just a set he shoots these vids in and then lives somewhere else off camera .

    • @pearpo
      @pearpo Рік тому +5

      This is real. Hundreds of people in Los Angeles live in Youth Hostels this way, thousands in Japan rent sleep compartments. Better have gratitude for what you have and not harass or hate on others with less, because that’s YOUR future.

  • @allthingsnu4673
    @allthingsnu4673 Рік тому +655

    Wow... I'm so impressed that you do everything you do in that size car... even keeping up with video editing, studying for nursing school and all of that. You're a smart and resourceful guy!

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Рік тому +63

      I hope I pass my last semester! haha - thanks

    • @JolitaBrilliant
      @JolitaBrilliant Рік тому

      It might be tasty but that ramen stuff is not healthy overall

    • @kenben6240
      @kenben6240 Рік тому

      Bro could of just tinted the car

    • @ladydi-lynn
      @ladydi-lynn Рік тому +1

      ​@@solarcampercar You will do great! Good luck!

    • @check2000
      @check2000 Рік тому

      @@kenben6240 ain't that illegal

  • @nrgao
    @nrgao 2 місяці тому +27

    Perfect example of why a house is only a shell. A home is the people inside it. This man will forever make a home wherever he ends up. Perseverance and ingenuity personified.

  • @leighannwoody545
    @leighannwoody545 9 місяців тому +298

    Hello! I truly love your videos!! I'm a 65 yr old woman in Missouri. I've been fighting cancer and other rough health issues and I watch your videos on the days that are bad and you make me feel sooo much better. I have been to Montreal, Canada to visit friends and I love that city. Thank You for sharing your life and for the hard work it takes to make these videos. Congratulations on obtaining your Nursing degree!! Take Care and I hope blessings follow you wherever you go!

    • @codes3156
      @codes3156 8 місяців тому +8

      Bless your heart x

    • @claramaddox41
      @claramaddox41 8 місяців тому +9

      Hello. Sending you prayers. 💕🙏🙏🙏 this guy is uplifting! Love him

    • @MARAVILLASBIBLICAS
      @MARAVILLASBIBLICAS 7 місяців тому +11

      God bless you so much ❤🙏🏻

    • @DarthZiddy
      @DarthZiddy 7 місяців тому +8

      That was very sweet to say. I wish I could give you a hug

    • @Rude_Boi
      @Rude_Boi 6 місяців тому +6

      Hopefully, you get better ma'am, in the name of Jesus Christ. God Bless

  • @RoachRepublic
    @RoachRepublic Рік тому +525

    I owned a Camaro for the longest time and all I ever had was complaints about the size on the inside, this is beyond insane and wild, mad props bro

    • @Poop_Scoop71
      @Poop_Scoop71 Рік тому +7

      For real! I had to skip around the video to double check that it was a chevy camaro and he wasnt talking about some other "bigger" camaro i didnt know about lol.

    • @TechnicallyJustin
      @TechnicallyJustin Рік тому +1

      Same here. Everyone complained about the size of my interior in the 6th gen Camaro. Never would have imagined someone doing this lol

    • @joanfrellburg4901
      @joanfrellburg4901 Рік тому +6

      Could he have picked a worse car. The depreciation as well. Good thing he isn't taking economics.

    • @glareicebutts1423
      @glareicebutts1423 Рік тому

      guess you didn’t have a v6 then

    • @mickeygamble1237
      @mickeygamble1237 9 місяців тому

      It is financial manipulation & relative financial control & slavery. It has been planned. What is the outcome of rents, mortgages, food & energy costs going up? Obviously the idea is that you work harder & longer hours for the rich elite too survive

  • @memjay9932
    @memjay9932 Рік тому +490

    I saved the money to buy a house by living this way for two years. Totally worth it. Keep it up man.

    • @bruhzooka
      @bruhzooka Рік тому +70

      I sold my house to live this way.

    • @memjay9932
      @memjay9932 Рік тому +8

      @@bruhzooka Awesome!!!

    • @kenben6240
      @kenben6240 Рік тому +31

      @@bruhzookadont do that

    • @bruhzooka
      @bruhzooka Рік тому +5

      @Anik (bingung kan?) I'd recommend San Francisco. You can just sanitation in the street. People will clean it up for you.

    • @codrutlacatus1001
      @codrutlacatus1001 Рік тому +2

      Well in my country i can save up for 10 lives and i can afford to buy a little house.... and i have a decent salary.

  • @isaacvanlalsiama1166
    @isaacvanlalsiama1166 3 місяці тому +25

    I've been living in my truck for the past 5 years. Now Im able to rent a home. Those 5 years was hard times for me., but don't regret it at all. It taught me valuable lessons.

  • @professionalbystander2574
    @professionalbystander2574 6 місяців тому +390

    My Mom said we lived in a car when I was a baby. I have no memory of it. She was a widow with no job, no money. It's amazing we are still here today.

    • @Hasselroeder
      @Hasselroeder 4 місяці тому +25

      Your mom is real fighter! Big respect to your mom!

    • @RDd188
      @RDd188 3 місяці тому +6

      Love for your Mom ❤️

    • @Nighthawk-8050
      @Nighthawk-8050 3 місяці тому +2

      Mom is "AWESOME "

    • @SayaddinaBeneGesserit
      @SayaddinaBeneGesserit 3 місяці тому +9

      My son will remember….he is almost 9. So tired of this. Almost out of gas. Waiting for my paycheck to hit. Hot. Hopefully just 30 more days…

    • @kaka3661able
      @kaka3661able 3 місяці тому +1

      Respect your mum no matter what. She's a hero.
      Hope both your lives have improved

  • @eduarfigueroa6847
    @eduarfigueroa6847 Рік тому +892

    How in the world did he put a sink in there? Dude!!! Huge respect have a blessed life man.

    • @DG-EditsYT
      @DG-EditsYT Рік тому +140

      Not only does he have a sink, Dude is cooking shrimp noodles in his car 😂😅

    • @jeff8039
      @jeff8039 Рік тому +80

      If you think he's actually doing this daily, you're naive. He did all this to make money on UA-cam. Get a clue!! 😂

    • @DG-EditsYT
      @DG-EditsYT Рік тому +50

      @@jeff8039 really how do you know that. Show us

    • @tomtaylor5540
      @tomtaylor5540 Рік тому

      Wassup bro

    • @mikedottavio7496
      @mikedottavio7496 Рік тому +31

      @@DG-EditsYT another hater that's talking outta his Ass Jeff is just mad because he lives at home with "Mama" and my guy Mr.Camero has it figured out to a "T" ✌️✌️✌️

  • @fhhnaa
    @fhhnaa Рік тому +452

    YT suggested me this video and I thought it was going to be like other van/bus housing tour but my jaw dropped through the entire video. Mad respect to this guy. He has great personality and making the best out of what he has with positivity. I hope you become successful in life man. You’re really inspiring.

    • @Manterok
      @Manterok Рік тому +10

      Same lol, I kept finding myself feeling sorry for him, like he's really in denial like "everything's fine 🙂" when really he's struggling. But I mean, he might not be struggling, and just chose to live that way. He probably doesn't want me feeling sorry for him, but I respect him anyway.

    • @bingram2011
      @bingram2011 Рік тому +1

      Just imagine if he had a van... it would be amazing.

    • @vaekkriinhart4347
      @vaekkriinhart4347 Рік тому +3

      He seemed "successful" to me. But we all have different ideas about what that is, right?.. To me, it's not about how much money one makes. If that's the case, then we all fail
      To me, "success" is about being truly free.. And again, we all fail.

    • @fhhnaa
      @fhhnaa Рік тому

      @@vaekkriinhart4347 Absolutely, I intended to wish him successful in his life in his own terms. He’s still young and he’s a student. While fully living in the present, there’re still more in life ahead of him. So whatever he does I just wish he could make the best out of it in his own terms of value and happiness:)

    • @jarod3371
      @jarod3371 Рік тому +1

      ​@bingram2011 he has a rv now and finished nursing school. Dude is an inspiration.

  • @larvancioramos9748
    @larvancioramos9748 4 місяці тому +13

    For any reason I feel so PROUD, and touched by this young man.
    My best wishes, keep yourself warm & positive.
    Good bye

  • @ronque23
    @ronque23 Рік тому +555

    As a fellow off gridder, I’ve got mad respect for your brother! NYC Vanlifer for 6 years. May God bless your travels and ambitions.

    • @GreatBirdOfHope
      @GreatBirdOfHope Рік тому +42

      You have tags on your car and pay insurance, you are still on the grid.

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Рік тому +20

      I appreciate that!

    • @843Landbased
      @843Landbased Рік тому +11

      @@GreatBirdOfHope 😂😂

    • @EliteOnTheBeat
      @EliteOnTheBeat Рік тому

      ​@@GreatBirdOfHope WRONG!! They can't TRACK YOU thru DMV tags and car insurance.....

    • @laserpanda94
      @laserpanda94 Рік тому +18

      "This guy's completely off-grid. He's a ghost! We haven't got a hope of tracking hi..."
      "Did you run his plates?"
      "Oh yeah. There he is"

  • @margaretechols8157
    @margaretechols8157 Рік тому +417

    Wow he’s got guts showing people his personal life. A lot if people be to embarrassed and prideful but he’s a confident secure person to show a humble beginnings video most people wait until they’re at top to show their lives. I hope he goes far in life, have a family and be happy. God bless you young man 🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️

    • @braydens7167
      @braydens7167 Рік тому +1

      ​@@MullyShaves😂😂😂😂

    • @romystumpy1197
      @romystumpy1197 Рік тому +1

      He's got his sh"t together ,it's more shameful living on the streets taking drugs etc I admire him,and he deserves a helping hand

    • @drew7185
      @drew7185 Рік тому +4

      Don’t forget the solar panels… wtf did I really just watch

    • @salimoneus
      @salimoneus Рік тому +5

      he's making a fair amount of money doing this, so it's not like it's just out of the kindness of his heart. i bet if there was no such thing as monetized video content, he wouldn't be wasting time doing it.

    • @Amila-ym7ny
      @Amila-ym7ny Рік тому

      @@MullyShaves Also the solar panels lol

  • @lynlyn8321
    @lynlyn8321 Рік тому +221

    Your ingenuity blew me away. The fact that you were able to do all of that in that tiny car is definitely commendable. Wishing u nothing but the best of luck

  • @felixcat9318
    @felixcat9318 4 місяці тому +5

    You've created a masterpiece of a covert camping car, outfitted to a very high standard to be self contained, ergonomic and virtually 'invisible' once parked!
    You're extremely well organised and highly professional in how you conduct yourself, giving no grounds for anyone to complain.
    Others should consider following your example.

  • @LyleH45
    @LyleH45 Рік тому +202

    My girlfriend just spent 3 years in nursing school while working full time. I've seen first hand how difficult it is. She made it and is enjoying her career and the things that come with it. What I've seen in this one video proves that you are a very dedicated and strong person. You will make it through school, and you will be an excellent nurse. Best of luck with your career!

    • @nikoandroman
      @nikoandroman Рік тому

      Keylara?

    • @CallMeAKEdits
      @CallMeAKEdits Рік тому

      @@nikoandroman what💀

    • @nikoandroman
      @nikoandroman Рік тому

      @@CallMeAKEdits Lol there was another comment by someone named Keylara talking about the same stuff but in first person. Maybe that person is his girlfriend lol, they both were an RN and both did three years

    • @LyleH45
      @LyleH45 Рік тому +1

      @@nikoandroman Different person. 3 years is common in my experience. Many schools offer 3 year BSN programs and more and more employers are requiring people to have their BSN so it seems to be the way to go in some places at least.

  • @OlafThorbjorn
    @OlafThorbjorn Рік тому +592

    This guy is crazy fr. Going full survival mode, while studying to become a licensed nurse, while making youtube videos!?!?
    I really wish him the best of luck and that he accomplishes everything he wishes for 🙌🏻

    • @AMG_equestrian
      @AMG_equestrian Рік тому +9

      For real, mad respect to such people.

    • @Relugus
      @Relugus 10 місяців тому +4

      He's making lemons into lemonade.

    • @peppersanches412
      @peppersanches412 10 місяців тому

      All that and never poops lol

    • @JessyFinch
      @JessyFinch 8 місяців тому

      ​@@peppersanches412yeah, where would he poop and what happens if he had the runs all day or something. Use a bucket ? Then what would you do with it when finished ?

    • @skydle
      @skydle 8 місяців тому +2

      I have a feeling he will succeed at anything he chooses to do!

  • @speakthetruth414
    @speakthetruth414 Рік тому +193

    When you make it big, you're gonna be proud of these times. Comfort makes you weak. Tough times make you rise. You're building inner strength and mental toughness that's gonna serve you very well all your life. You're an inspiration.

    • @Torgo1969
      @Torgo1969 Рік тому +8

      "The stone cannot know why the chisel cleaves it; the iron cannot know why the fire scorches it. When thy life is cleft and scorched, when death and despair leap at thee, beat not thy breast and curse thy evil fate, but thank The Builder for the trials that shape thee." - The Hammer Book of Tenets

    • @DrakeDealer
      @DrakeDealer Рік тому +8

      He’s literally going through poverty. He’s going to get more poverty. You’re justifying this society displacing people like this.

    • @rabmanrabman
      @rabmanrabman Рік тому

      @@DrakeDealer fucking faaacttsss dude

    • @sbj97
      @sbj97 Рік тому +3

      ​@@DrakeDealerIdk why people are glorifying this shit

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Рік тому +2

      Thank you for the nice comment. You're kind

  • @conquerunderstanding7517
    @conquerunderstanding7517 3 місяці тому +5

    Love to see others go through the same journey I did when I was younger, 43 now but I was 18 living in San Diego when I decided to live in my truck with a camper to save money to buy a house which I did. Life is full of possibilities you just have to expose all the opportunities no matter how crazy it may seem at the time as long as it helps you take steps towards your goals.

  • @sevenoaksOO
    @sevenoaksOO Рік тому +312

    Huge respect to you. You're living in a car and you're still managing to cook for yourself and keep everything organised. That is a lot harder than it looks, and takes a lot of self-discipline and resilience. That said, no one should have to be in this situation, I really hope you find something more permanent soon.

    • @shin-ishikiri-no
      @shin-ishikiri-no Рік тому +18

      Prices aren't going down anytime soon so...

    • @andreysilva8418
      @andreysilva8418 Рік тому +3

      ​@@shin-ishikiri-no at least a van or an RV would already be nicer

    • @daniellehilton4860
      @daniellehilton4860 Рік тому

      You are working good money now as a nurse, so I would recommend finding a nice apartment that's not too expensive to share with someone nice. That way you could still save lots of money. Life is too short to live so uncomfortably when you now have the means to do better. Yes dear, life can be really short. Live your best life everyday you live, and make sure your soul salvation is sure by accepting Jesus as your Lord and savior today. Tune in to TBN one of the best gospel stations on TV, instead of always watching funny sitcoms or being on the internet. May God bless you always. I am very proud of what you did to get where your are, but you don't need to live that way anymore. Road life is not safe for anyone who values his or her life.This advice is coming from someone with vast experience in life. Good luck dear.🙏

  • @ChristysChannelYall
    @ChristysChannelYall Рік тому +88

    I’m a RN and have been for 23 years. I remember how hard nursing school was. Major props to you managing it and living in your car. God bless anyone for still wanting to come into this profession ❤

    • @GypsyGirl23
      @GypsyGirl23 Рік тому +6

      I'm EEN (in Australia it's next level under RN) and I completely agree.

  • @1119-w3u
    @1119-w3u 9 місяців тому +1450

    I'm just shocked at he's not doing this in an suv, van or minivan... My guy is doing this in a freaking Camaro. That's what blowing my mind !!!

    • @joshua7426
      @joshua7426 8 місяців тому

      Mind blowingly stupid

    • @aaz1992
      @aaz1992 7 місяців тому +35

      It's just so much more fun to drive haha

    • @eazolan
      @eazolan 7 місяців тому +26

      There's so much room for activities!

    • @trippyracks6837
      @trippyracks6837 7 місяців тому +74

      Yeah that’s what got me. I could do this in just about any other style, but I think I’d go crazy in a Camaro lol.

    • @AceeTheChosen
      @AceeTheChosen 7 місяців тому +3

      @@eazolanhell naw

  • @BamBamLeo
    @BamBamLeo 3 місяці тому +3

    I’ve been sleeping in my car for a week now and it’s been terrible. This guys attitude makes me feel privileged to live in my car

  • @consumerdebtchitchat
    @consumerdebtchitchat Рік тому +793

    This guy is smart. He's not out living in a great big RV or big school bus that screams attention. He's keeping his presence on the down-low. Kudos for doing what you're doing. ❤️

    • @LuanaOnMaui
      @LuanaOnMaui Рік тому +105

      The solar panels on the roof are a dead giveaway

    • @angelmalpass9535
      @angelmalpass9535 Рік тому +30

      What's sad is, Walmart use to let overnight parking. Lately they make people in cars move. They let RVs and bus and even Vans stay. Walmart in Marion NC is bad attitude and it was middle of day. I work 3rd shift and just wanted to park and nap. It's was kinda cool. I hung towels over windows half in, half out the door. It keeps it warm inside. Stops cold from getting to windows. Was parked far away from store in a corner nearly empty. They were just being nasty. Anyways. I was getting good at living in my car.

    • @the_gilded_age_phoenix8717
      @the_gilded_age_phoenix8717 Рік тому +22

      How else is he gonna hide effectively from all the student loan companies and baby mamas? Guy's smart and stealthy.

    • @booty4801
      @booty4801 Рік тому +5

      Seriously?

    • @traceyhobbs8331
      @traceyhobbs8331 Рік тому +29

      Could pick a better vehicle to camp in, like a suv, cheap van. Not to bash on you, just saying.

  • @red2thebone
    @red2thebone Рік тому +556

    Wow! 😳 I'm absolutely flabbergasted on how well you did all this in a Camero! So awesome! 👏☺️

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Рік тому +21

      awww, you're too nice. Thanks red!

    • @durawins
      @durawins Рік тому +4

      Camaro*

    • @sovietfrog8982
      @sovietfrog8982 Рік тому

      @@durawinsduramax sucks

    • @gregmoffatt2085
      @gregmoffatt2085 Рік тому +9

      WTF, dudes living in like 18 sq feet

    • @emem009
      @emem009 Рік тому +7

      Don’t be depressed for him, he doesn’t feel that way. He might be enjoying his life more than many others.

  • @lzu2860
    @lzu2860 Рік тому +88

    “If there’s a will, there’s a way” - you are proof of this and you’ll succeed in achieving your goals. Amazing. More power to you!

  • @dishcleaner2
    @dishcleaner2 3 місяці тому +9

    Incredible. This guy has grit. This makes me think living in my jeep would be a cakewalk if I lost my job.

  • @Pietje_Piraat
    @Pietje_Piraat Рік тому +636

    lived in a minivan for about a year.
    It was good and cozy.
    The tricky part is finding the right parking spaces and cycle them, so people do not get too suspicious.
    Other than that, I saved up an enormous amount of money by cutting out cost for rent and utilities.

    • @abemartinez9623
      @abemartinez9623 Рік тому +38

      That’s definitely the trick cycling through the spaces throughout the week

    • @abemartinez9623
      @abemartinez9623 Рік тому +29

      @CJemzB it is

    • @fckfck4181
      @fckfck4181 Рік тому +29

      Interesting cuz in France I do have friend living in van and In the Netherlands too and here it's super easy to find safe parking spot and u can stay legally for a month each time !

    • @Zenden1ST
      @Zenden1ST Рік тому

      @@abemartinez9623 ofc it is fucking america

    • @notprefekt
      @notprefekt Рік тому +21

      ​@@abemartinez9623only in certain states, and I think it mostly depends on where you are parked

  • @wilbebop
    @wilbebop Рік тому +331

    I can imagine a car like this being used as home must’ve took a really long time. Respect to this man for his resourcefulness to adapting 🎉 👏🏼

    • @chickennuggets5549
      @chickennuggets5549 Рік тому +10

      Jesus Christ loves you ❤ He wants to save you and give you beautiful everlasting life!
      God is calling you today. This life is temporary but heaven and hell are forever. Only through Jesus Christ and His finished work on the cross can we get into heaven. Because no one comes to the Father but by Him.
      The blood of Jesus washes us clean from our sins. He loves you and wants you to have that. Believe and repent before it’s too late 🙏
      God bless you.

  • @jamnorge
    @jamnorge Рік тому +117

    I wish to God I had the balls of this man. The balls to relinquish all fear of judgment and making every sacrifice needed to get ahead in life. He is saving a ton of money based on his choices and more than likely will be far ahead of the average citizen later on in life. Much respect.

    • @TheFakeMikeLWatts
      @TheFakeMikeLWatts Рік тому +3

      Wow. You had enough courage to admit you’re insecure and apathetic to complete strangers online, so why can’t you do this?

    • @Professor_Sex
      @Professor_Sex Рік тому +3

      @@TheFakeMikeLWatts Probably because he doesn't need to.

  • @dumdum5520
    @dumdum5520 3 місяці тому +2

    Out of all the people ive seen living put of their cars (minus trucks and buses turned into camper vans) this guy seems to be the most well organized

  • @leroybrown3856
    @leroybrown3856 Рік тому +172

    Dude, you’re a vet at car living. I’m at it since 8/22. Started it for several reasons but I have stuck with it for no reason…no reason to quit that is. I’m 54 and divorced. My credit is shot and I had to abandon a lot of things. But they were just things. You are further along in your solutions to the challenges we face as car habitants but i have an SUV with a memory foam mattress. I think you have outdone my efforts in every other way though and in a Camaro of all cars. Respect bro. People that want to de-stress or uncomplicate their lives a little or just want or need to save money should consider car living. I do everything everybody else does except pay a mortgage and utility bills. I love it.

    • @OfficialDugu
      @OfficialDugu Рік тому +2

      What about having someone over?

    • @TiktokIsTheNewWelfare
      @TiktokIsTheNewWelfare Рік тому +6

      @@OfficialDugu the passenger seat may be free

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Рік тому +25

      Hi Leroy, I read you story and I thank you. This lifestyle isn't for everyone & If this lifestyle is working for you still, there's "no reason to quit" like you said! Be aware you will get burnt out - there's no shame in taking a break and renting something for a week (for example). In fact, A break is good because it refuels the passion and willingness to continue this lifestyle.

    • @sandycheeks1580
      @sandycheeks1580 Рік тому +5

      🎉Heck Yeah!!! Respect ✊🏾 to you Sir. No mortgage 💸 No Utility Bills 💸

    • @asianspec
      @asianspec Рік тому +5

      I think its interesting for people who swap living from living an apt or home for a car,van or suv. Do what you have to do to survive. I personally couldn't do it as id rather be tired working 2 jobs just to be able to afford some peace of mind and quiet. Its just one perspective and not to knock on others.

  • @c.mariesaid-it3942
    @c.mariesaid-it3942 Рік тому +286

    The cool thing is when you upgrade to van life you will feel like you are living in a mansion. Great job!

    • @devilsadvocate1338
      @devilsadvocate1338 Рік тому +3

      Yes!

    • @Diyer2023
      @Diyer2023 Рік тому +7

      I live in a big city.. I keep saying to my husband that I would be so happy if him our dog and I all just lived together in a van in the South. Now we are trying to start a family so it might have to be an Rv 😂😂😂 but I like what this guys thinking! Very smart

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Рік тому +34

      Too much space I wouldn't even know what to do with it!

    • @user-mb4ig1bq5p
      @user-mb4ig1bq5p Рік тому +4

      Watch his first ever video. He lived in a suv.

  • @waffles23456
    @waffles23456 Рік тому +2220

    This is honestly pretty sad. To think, there was a time where a young man approximately his age could've bought a house working solo. Now, we have people living in cars. Look at where we're headed.

    • @MaverickLee11
      @MaverickLee11 Рік тому +359

      and they say america is the greatest country in the world.....

    • @bestopinion9257
      @bestopinion9257 Рік тому +79

      This way the state forces you to work. When you do not have to work hard for food, you have to work hard for something.

    • @theduck2970
      @theduck2970 Рік тому +370

      The worst part is a lot of the older folk still don't realise or understand this. They really believe that younger people nowadays are too lazy or spend too much money on "avocado toast" when it has already been proven wages haven't increased enough (not even close) to keep up with the cost of living.

    • @mf-il4po
      @mf-il4po Рік тому

      @@theduck2970 boomers have really fucked the entire world over

    • @0klb0
      @0klb0 Рік тому +24

      Living in bikes?

  • @Pickcell8
    @Pickcell8 24 дні тому

    i just want to tell you... thanks for making this video, 1 year ago i feel struggel with my big project, i create a mobile app for the first time, and when i feel burnout, your video appears and give me a comfort feeling

  • @michellescofield
    @michellescofield Рік тому +161

    I'm assembling my vanlife and I'm so glad I found your channel. Your approach and manner is amazing and I'm looking forward to learning more from you. As a retired hospital PA, I would have LOVED to work with a nurse like you. Authenticity and enthusiasm go a very long way in providing healthcare. Best of luck to you in all that you do. Go get 'em!

    • @speeddemon6821
      @speeddemon6821 Рік тому

      N the last

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Рік тому +15

      Welcome here, Michelle - It must be very exciting to get into vanlife for you! It's very fulfilling to work in healthcare, It's my dream to become a Registered Nurse. Thank you for the comment!

    • @barbsnyder3579
      @barbsnyder3579 Рік тому +4

      OK seriously, you are amazing. Good luck to you and wish you all the luck!!

    • @angelmalpass9535
      @angelmalpass9535 Рік тому +1

      ? I bought a inverter so I could use my heat blanket. I ended up killing my battery. Do you have an extra battery just for that? Are the solar panels hard to use? And your fridge problem. They have coolers all sizes that act like a fridge, they plug in. Not sure if it would run off solar but prob would. Where is your water coming from? I bought bottle water or just filled gallon jugs when I needed to.

    • @oscarbear7498
      @oscarbear7498 Рік тому +3

      A van is like yacht compared to living a car lol

  • @JAY1892
    @JAY1892 Рік тому +354

    Thanks. As an older person, I’m filled with pride and a touch of sadness that you live in your car. Pride because you’re making the best of life, sadness because I want more for younger people. I could be wrong as this is my first time seeing your channel and maybe you’re doing this out of choice, I really don’t know. If I’m able to send more in the future, I certainly will. Be strong brother. 🙏🏾

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Рік тому +231

      Jay, thank you for the support and kind words! I do this to save more money versus paying the raising rent prices, something I couldn't justify. I hope to purchase land and build my own home in the future.

    • @Aussiematee
      @Aussiematee Рік тому +6

      Sadness? It’s his choice if he wants to live in a that size of a car. He could always sell it for something way more bigger and practical.

    • @KrysArrow
      @KrysArrow Рік тому +11

      @@solarcampercarDo you have any family members who would let you stay with them? Or you could possibly split the rent or at least contribute to the household in someway. Do you have a good relationship with your family? I know how family can be sometimes. How long do you plan to live like this? You have a UA-cam channel so you’re generating an income - I hope things get better for you.

    • @itsoktobedummythicc8996
      @itsoktobedummythicc8996 Рік тому +9

      Dude I can’t how you are always bent and can’t get up. Bro bless you

    • @avalerie4467
      @avalerie4467 Рік тому +6

      It's his choice to live this way and is making money off of these videos. Don't be sad for him. Be sad for those of who do not choose to live the van life but are living rough because they are homeless through no fault of their own. Give charity to those in need.

  • @The_Stoic_Trader
    @The_Stoic_Trader Рік тому +229

    A Camaro with a sink inside. People never stop to amaze me! So cool!

    • @Juancarlos-n3d7t
      @Juancarlos-n3d7t Рік тому +2

      Lol I probably would’ve broke window 🪟 and took everything out car

    • @patrickkrasavage5299
      @patrickkrasavage5299 Рік тому +2

      Ya your a woodchuck that's why

    • @bernabex2
      @bernabex2 Рік тому

      ​@@Juancarlos-n3d7t are you black?

    • @brodyquestionmark
      @brodyquestionmark Рік тому +4

      @@Juancarlos-n3d7tgood one edgelord

    • @ObiWanShinobi917
      @ObiWanShinobi917 10 місяців тому

      ​@@Juancarlos-n3d7tcuz you're black. You can't help ya self

  • @81CCCP90
    @81CCCP90 2 місяці тому +1

    Hell yeah dude! I lived out of gyms and out of my car for 2 years, it was a very difficult time for me but i look back on it and smile because everything worked out in the end for me. I hope everything works out for you too, friend!

  • @brandiva96
    @brandiva96 Рік тому +494

    People who design cars need to get this guy to come to work for them!!! He has it all figured out!

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Рік тому +53

      I would loveeee that. Car companies, DM me lol

    • @kaitlyn_resonant_wizard_6867
      @kaitlyn_resonant_wizard_6867 Рік тому +27

      No joke! I'm a fellow car camper and I'm like sht man he's got it made in his car lol I never would've thought to put most of that on my car, let alone figure out how to do it😅 he should instead create a pimp my car full time living edition show😍

    • @omgbeardriving
      @omgbeardriving Рік тому +14

      You know the world is in a dark place when people think someone living in their car has it all figured out...

    • @brandiva96
      @brandiva96 Рік тому +4

      @@omgbeardriving I meant he had it figured out from a logistic point of view and using his space wisely. Hence why I said car companies should hire him duh!

    • @brandiva96
      @brandiva96 Рік тому +4

      @@omgbeardriving and also I believe the world is a dark place not because this dude lives in his car and bothers no one...the world is a dark place for MANY other reasons. One being people who judge others.

  • @williamdavis8855
    @williamdavis8855 Рік тому +251

    I lived in SUV for 15 months.. it was tough at first with lower leg swelling but a gym membership goes a long way... I too studied for my Social Work license while beingg houseless and passed... It brought true focus and time/money mgmt... Bless you young man

    • @AI-Consultant
      @AI-Consultant Рік тому +2

      why did your lower leg swell?

    • @mindfreak1able
      @mindfreak1able Рік тому +4

      how do you manage air conditioner when things get heated up.. plus where do you dump your shit

    • @williamdavis8855
      @williamdavis8855 Рік тому +6

      @@AI-Consultant at first because I was sleep sitting my legs weren't elevated because my car was full of my things before I got storage. Plus eating was tough, had to stop eating salty foods

    • @williamdavis8855
      @williamdavis8855 Рік тому +3

      @@mindfreak1able I lived in Hawaii for 20+ years .. this happened in 2018.. at night it's usually cool with the tropical trade winds 🌬️ 🏝️... At night I would take dumps in random spots outside, my truck had barnyard doors and I had coverage. Btw I worked during the day so this was only during the night and on weekends

    • @thejoalrcnmusic
      @thejoalrcnmusic Рік тому +1

      Im a social worker and i admire you! ❤

  • @spang650
    @spang650 Рік тому +100

    I don't know how he possibly make everything fit in a Camaro but he did it. Campers need to watch this video. Thank you!

  • @talabun
    @talabun 4 місяці тому +3

    In the winter of 2016 I went traveling across Scandinavia and Europe by my Skoda Yeti and lived in it for a month. Visited almost all countries, lost a lot of weight and became happier.
    In the future plan to do the same trip but across America in early autumn.

  • @ScottLane-ud9tj
    @ScottLane-ud9tj 6 місяців тому +175

    I lived in a mini van for most of ten years. I travelled a lot and spent my winters in the Phoenix area and one winter in Southern California. I worked temp jobs and two summers at the Grand canyon. I worked day labor and worked in restaurants and did professional sign waving at the side of streets. I had jobs with a temp service. I went to St. Vincent Free food kitchen and got free food at the Salvation Army in Prescott, Az. I spent two springs and summers in Boulder, Colorado. I had room in my minivan for clothes, sleeping bags, food, etc. I was protected from wind and rain, and no insects. Locked my doors at night, slept well and I could stretch out. If you live in a vehicle, get your windows tinted extra dark so people can't see inside. Don't park at night in front of private homes because they'll call the police. Park overnight near apartments or motels, hotels.

    • @bubbatools6701
      @bubbatools6701 3 місяці тому +6

      Walmart actually has a policy that outside all of their store location if you park towards the back you can stay parked overnight in the parking lot, but dont park towards the front where customers want

    • @sunshine3914
      @sunshine3914 3 місяці тому

      @@bubbatools6701Each Walmart makes their own parking policy. Ours has damn near 4 acres of parking, but hasn’t allowed any overnight parking for the last 6 years.

  • @HaOsLsE
    @HaOsLsE Рік тому +194

    Holy crap. Talk about motivation and goals. I watched the whole video and immediately subscribed. If you aren't motivating people to try your best no matter what. Then they cannot be motivated. Living it your way and happy to share. Truly inspiring and I wish you all the best in your life endeavors. You deserve it. So many young people give up so quick. They need to find your channel and learn some from you.

    • @araceliedwards9323
      @araceliedwards9323 Рік тому +2

      Same!

    • @cl-fs6pt
      @cl-fs6pt Рік тому +1

      "best no matter what. Then they"
      Please dont break my brain again with that type of punctuation

    • @HaOsLsE
      @HaOsLsE Рік тому +2

      @@Thegoldenchild415 It's motivation to give up some of the nicer things in life to save more and still continue to follow his career ambitions. So the motivation is chasing his financial/career goals even if it means not having a traditional home for now.

    • @HaOsLsE
      @HaOsLsE Рік тому +1

      @@cl-fs6pt LOL didn't notice that...and damn my English teacher told me about this!

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Рік тому +1

      Thank you for this beautiful comment, beeros - YOUR comment is motivating me. Also, It would feel very satisfying if my videos helped anyone in anyway. I appreciate you subscribing too, it helps (sorry for late reply)

  • @deltaforce4477
    @deltaforce4477 Рік тому +24

    This changes the way I view people, highest respect to this man.

  • @danielcollins5521
    @danielcollins5521 3 місяці тому +2

    Hey man, i really appreciate that you tell us what you're gonna do and then you do it so we can see. Visiual aids help so much when faced with complex procedures. Like wiping a plate or plugging a power cord. Good stuff. Practical stuff.

  • @cherrylynn7173
    @cherrylynn7173 11 місяців тому +222

    Mad respect to you!! I couldn’t fathom living in a car that small. But you make it look livable. The fact that at this moment this video has 6.7 million views goes to show that people’s minds are opening up to the possibility of escaping the torture of the expensive costs of living.

    • @leebliss3622
      @leebliss3622 11 місяців тому +12

      it's not necessarily about opening their minds to it other than it's just become something so many people actually need to do

    • @mariegricourt6865
      @mariegricourt6865 11 місяців тому +10

      It’s not being open minding it’s actually just OUR reality. Specially for my generation.

    • @Death-jd4qn
      @Death-jd4qn 10 місяців тому +1

      I live in a dodge charger it’s not bad to be honest I love it I just winged it no money nothing and I can get by easily

    • @ultimatesmemeadventures3847
      @ultimatesmemeadventures3847 7 місяців тому +2

      ​@@Death-jd4qnyeah is not that is hard or sad we just don't want all the extras specially right now If you are single if your rent is almost 1/2 of your income is crazy so I rather not worry it

    • @Fernando7865able
      @Fernando7865able 6 місяців тому +3

      No bro people are just coming tô see wtf

  • @sungraeyook298
    @sungraeyook298 Рік тому +79

    this is so admirable. as a nurse who's already gone through all that, you have crazy strength to do all this AND go through some of the toughest schooling ever.

  • @InvincibleExtremes
    @InvincibleExtremes Рік тому +176

    I lived in a van for a couple years while pursuing an electrician apprenticeship... it eventually grinds on you, even if done comfortably. But i applaud that you are getting your degree and doing your best to move forward and upward.

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Рік тому +20

      Thank you for sharing this, it helps me stay motivated

    • @theanalyticalrevolutionary3415
      @theanalyticalrevolutionary3415 Рік тому +1

      Was the electrical apprenticeship worth it? Are you a journeyman or master electrician now?

    • @devonlatrell5767
      @devonlatrell5767 Рік тому +1

      ​@The Analytical Revolutionary he prob couldn't grind it out in the car

    • @theanalyticalrevolutionary3415
      @theanalyticalrevolutionary3415 Рік тому

      @@devonlatrell5767 I'm not gonna say your wrong but he hasn't replied in 2days smh😂

    • @andreaza4986
      @andreaza4986 Рік тому

      I lived in my business on and off for 5 years. No shower, no proper kitchen and no washer or dryer. It definitely grinds on you. On holidays the gyms were closed so no shower unless I went to a friend's place. I definitely saved money . I've lived in many interesting places over the years. To this day, I really appreciate showers, closets, couches, and a dining room table.

  • @adanubgn438
    @adanubgn438 3 місяці тому +4

    Bit of cleaning advise. Get a bottle fill 25 to 30 % vinegar and dilute with water. Great 4 cleaning, degreasing and disinfecting dishes, hands etc....

  • @sondrajohnson2564
    @sondrajohnson2564 Рік тому +127

    I knew a guy in college that lived in a small van while he went to school. He did it for three full years. Put himself through school and graduated debt free. He was so creative with his food and daily living. He could have used solar! Keeping warm was the hardest, even with insulating the vehicle.

    • @awatchmanoftrueisrael
      @awatchmanoftrueisrael Рік тому +5

      He got married had two children then his wife divorced him and took all his money and he deleted himself

    • @kevinmkl8447
      @kevinmkl8447 Рік тому +7

      It’s crazy how fast it gets cold in a car. I slept with two jackets and two blankets and still woke up freezing cold. The blanket itself was cold so I have to keep turning the car on to warm up.

    • @stone-rock
      @stone-rock Рік тому +1

      down by the river?

    • @richnoggin7524
      @richnoggin7524 Рік тому +1

      ​@@awatchmanoftrueisraelavoid the marriage trap young kings👊

  • @michaelb.42112
    @michaelb.42112 Рік тому +197

    This is the first time I've ever heard of you, and I am super impressed. As a single guy, this totally makes sense AND it's fun. In the current state of the world in 2023 you need to be prepared for anything and you have done it. You've earned my subscription to your channel.

    • @autisticANDarmed
      @autisticANDarmed Рік тому +3

      Keep in mind car fuel isn’t infinite. Prepared for anything means being able to operate with no electricity

    • @autisticANDarmed
      @autisticANDarmed Рік тому

      @@acmhfmggru true. You’d need a bigger car to be “prepared for anything” and even then a secure location is superior to a car for prepping.

    • @TheUrban.Camper
      @TheUrban.Camper Рік тому +1

      Well said

    • @TheUrban.Camper
      @TheUrban.Camper Рік тому

      @OSTOTD I completely get what you are saying. It's easy to say you are doing this full-time while still using facilities. Now, taking a dump in the back of your car, into a pail filled with cat litter, balancing a urine bottle and squatting. Now that different. 10 months in my car -44 c in the winter, no heater that's insane. But both are as regular in my day as taking a sponge bath on my car in a mall parking lot. No regrets, never.

    • @michaelb.42112
      @michaelb.42112 Рік тому

      @@autisticANDarmed Of course, hence the Gassifier !

  • @JustShara4
    @JustShara4 Рік тому +192

    Nice video! Tips for items to make it more functional:
    1. A cover for your sink, in order to use as a table.
    2. A 6 can mini fridge for small stash of cream and few cool drinks for a hot day, or powdered creamer as an alternative if cream is a must.
    Well wishes on your classes
    💛💛💛💛

    • @CocoChanelle-1
      @CocoChanelle-1 Рік тому +4

      Someone else I met did this in a van for 2 years and had more room.

    • @MrT8T3R
      @MrT8T3R Рік тому +2

      @@CocoChanelle-1Did the same in a ‘69 Westfalia, 01-03

    • @Loud2013
      @Loud2013 Рік тому +2

      A little fan to vent the steam from cooking also! This guy is a genius!

  • @june7454
    @june7454 11 днів тому

    This guy is incredibly smart and organized. Not everyone can do this.

  • @lancelaws6128
    @lancelaws6128 Рік тому +35

    I cannot express how impressed I am.
    Never thought I'd see someone living in a sport car.
    Absolute legend

  • @K.a.El1
    @K.a.El1 Рік тому +169

    I hope everything goes well for you. Keep putting in the work and you’ll get there. A few years ago I ended up living in my car in one of the coldest winters in decades. It wasn’t by choice but I’m so grateful for every little thing I have now that I have a roof over my head. I have never forgotten those days & how they shaped me.

    • @mikehertz6507
      @mikehertz6507 Рік тому +5

      When I was in college I lived in an attic with no heat through Cleveland winter. I built a tent out of a tarp and microphone cable with a mini ceramic heater I ran off the landlord's electric. Covered my bed and the GF didn't complain too much. Good times I'll never forget.

    • @oahts5906
      @oahts5906 Рік тому

      ⁠@@mikehertz6507when you were in college . . aka not really living in real life

  • @CapybaraZW05
    @CapybaraZW05 11 годин тому +1

    That looks so cool even if though I’d rather live in a house ! If i could live in a car I would but i dont have amazing gear like you !!!

  • @JAJA__TV
    @JAJA__TV Рік тому +56

    This dudes spirit is amazing. this is what hustling looks like.

  • @kalesnail1
    @kalesnail1 Рік тому +80

    he's the definition of no excuses. and a great attitude

  • @malganis7412
    @malganis7412 8 місяців тому +55

    just leaving a comment here because you deserved every support, living in a car while doing nursing school. You a hero!

  • @jimcopeland4011
    @jimcopeland4011 2 місяці тому

    Mad respect for folks finding a way to make things work like this.

  • @fathftness3474
    @fathftness3474 Рік тому +39

    Goes to show you don’t need a whole lot. One dish, one plastic cup, one pan when solo…so practical. So smart. If you can seeing this, it makes you think how much money you would save in 6 months to a year! If you can be this minimalist when it comes to living in a car and not requiring much, you can save a lot and FAST. He is very smart. Best to you in all your endeavors.

    • @renebleu8711
      @renebleu8711 Рік тому +2

      Been out of my car for 2 years, saved over 80k so far. Aiming to go another 3-5 years.

  • @ShawnaLynnn
    @ShawnaLynnn Рік тому +204

    This is impressive. I’m roughly the size of a Sasquatch and this could never work for me in a van let alone a camero. I’m amazed how organized you are and how much you can do with such limited space. Great job!

    • @Carleon.
      @Carleon. Рік тому +7

      SHAWNA THE SASQUATCH 🤣😂

    • @jonmath4182
      @jonmath4182 Рік тому

      @@Carleon. 😂

    • @Carleon.
      @Carleon. Рік тому

      @@jonmath4182 IF IT WALKS LIKE A DUCK & TALKS LIKE A DUCK, DAMMIT ITS A FUCKING DUCK 😄

    • @Snappypantsdance
      @Snappypantsdance Рік тому

      Bwahaha😅 this whole comment thread!

    • @Carleon.
      @Carleon. Рік тому

      @@Snappypantsdance SHAWNA STARTED IT 🤣😂

  • @jakeh6980
    @jakeh6980 Рік тому +112

    Hard work pays off. I lived in my small car for a few years while going to law school and working. I graduated, became successful, was able to finally upgrade, got rid of my car and didn’t have to worry about living in it anymore. I am now the proud owner of my new dream home: A Suburban

    • @jamisonbernhardt3310
      @jamisonbernhardt3310 Рік тому +4

      Lol

    • @moghailan1788
      @moghailan1788 Рік тому +4

      Should have gotten a Navigator, because you know.....the lincoln lawyer 😂

    • @lenaely6146
      @lenaely6146 Рік тому +1

      😂🎉❤💛💛💛✨✨✨✨✨🍀😊

    • @lenaely6146
      @lenaely6146 Рік тому

      😂🎉❤💛💛💛✨✨✨✨✨🍀😊

    • @jakeishunatimmons1420
      @jakeishunatimmons1420 11 місяців тому +1

      😂😂😂,,, was not expecting suburban,,, nice

  • @jiyongjung8495
    @jiyongjung8495 21 день тому

    This is inspiring to see someone hustling this hard to make it through. Thank you for the video and keep us posted!!

  • @jenniferjemison636
    @jenniferjemison636 Рік тому +75

    As a retired nurse I wish you well. It's the hardest job you'll ever love. Good for you being so resourceful. All qualities needed for your profession. Good luck 👍

    • @debbiecollins8655
      @debbiecollins8655 Рік тому +5

      I always thought if I had to live in my car, I could go to the library to read and stretch my legs and join a 24 hour gym for exercise and showers.

    • @jonmath4182
      @jonmath4182 Рік тому +2

      @@debbiecollins8655 yeah that's the 1 big question that has been bugging me, how, where and when does he shower every single day?

    • @jessa.3857
      @jessa.3857 Рік тому

      ​@@jonmath4182 Planet fitness has showers. I see lots of Vanlifers using it.

    • @jonmath4182
      @jonmath4182 Рік тому

      @@jessa.3857 Yeah, I suppose, and that's what Debbie suggested above too, so I guess they'd have to park somewhere near a gym or such establishments that have toilet and shower facilities, and allow the public to use them, or maybe they have to pay a minimum amount or become a member?

    • @evelyn7881
      @evelyn7881 Рік тому

      Same here. I practiced for 30 years. So very proud of you! We need good nurses!!

  • @nickblackbird1215
    @nickblackbird1215 Рік тому +369

    Don’t get me wrong I love your video, your positive attitude, and the incredible skills you do to achieve this! It’s awesome, but I’m actually sad that inflation and this crazy house market is pushing us to find alternatives for housing, some extreme ones like this, specially in the urban areas, studying it’s so expensive, but I’m glad at least you won’t be in a life lasting debt like those student loans are! Sending you a ton of blessing and wishing you to be successful in your career!

    • @Xavanux
      @Xavanux Рік тому +32

      it made me very sad that we all have been forced to consider options of living in our vehicles or making vans into homes.

    • @ALICE-zx4ed
      @ALICE-zx4ed Рік тому

      Xi causes all the inflation, he wants to overtake us. Every American must pray for our country to win the war.

    • @j.a.r.family2576
      @j.a.r.family2576 Рік тому +20

      The price of that car, he could've bought a small van and put this same setup in it and been at least comfortable with head room and leg room. Not hating on it just the option he took wasn't his only one.

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Рік тому +21

      I appreciate that Nick

    • @j.a.r.family2576
      @j.a.r.family2576 Рік тому +5

      @@jezero7214 cool. I support other people's opinions. Seems other people don't support opinions that do not align with theirs?

  • @anthonyscott5134
    @anthonyscott5134 Рік тому +57

    I lived in a 2013 Ford Fusion for a year and a half after my divorce. Worked and saved money, and got to where I could get an apartment! Got a VIP membership at Planet fitness and also found a truck stop to take showers and do laundry. It was so tough, but it was surprising how you get used to something that you never thought you’d ever have to do. Would never want to experience that again, but I made it through it!

  • @giohouse643
    @giohouse643 2 місяці тому +1

    I lived in my car for years, no one noticed bc I was clean, minimalist and organized. You don’t even need shades if you wanna go that far, just sit in the passenger seat and lean the seat back, no ones gonna know unless you’re in a high traffic area

  • @Berserk1Manga
    @Berserk1Manga Рік тому +35

    This man installed a sink inside his Camaro lmao. Bruh you've thought of the impossible and just did it. Much respect. I want to do this in a Prius but have too much stuff for the type of build you have.

    • @solarcampercar
      @solarcampercar  Рік тому +2

      People initially laughed at my sink idea, who's laughing now haha

  • @stevencrocker4145
    @stevencrocker4145 Рік тому +171

    This is truly inspirational, this man is doing all he can to get by. I feel like we take life for granted. But I hope this young man gets everything he deserves in life. With the way things are going it's insane. Everything's high it just hurts me to see people have to live this way.

    • @JosesBWK
      @JosesBWK Рік тому

      this is shit man, dont fool yourself. go live in a car like this for 3 months and tell me later

    • @thedavid7241
      @thedavid7241 Рік тому +1

      This should never be option nor be treated as a norm. The American economy is so broken. 100 years ago you could have supported a family on 1 income alone. What the hell happened, this is dystopian....

  • @SHAROD773
    @SHAROD773 5 місяців тому +290

    You’re not unfortunate, you’re a genius

    • @jimmycline4778
      @jimmycline4778 4 місяці тому +3

      But imagine waking up in a tow yard in the morning!

    • @SHAROD773
      @SHAROD773 4 місяці тому +2

      @@jimmycline4778 not if he’s parking in appropriate locations

    • @CyanLucifer
      @CyanLucifer 4 місяці тому +2

      ​@@jimmycline4778 you're not allowed to tow someone if you're in the vehicle

    • @mr.blonde7812
      @mr.blonde7812 3 місяці тому +2

      If he's a genius then I'm the smartest man alive

    • @SHAROD773
      @SHAROD773 3 місяці тому

      @@mr.blonde7812 You want a cookie? A real man Never measure his intelligence with another.

  • @markstanton5882
    @markstanton5882 Місяць тому +1

    Good luck to you - you have a great attitude for a situation many would find overwhelming

  • @splakbor
    @splakbor Рік тому +279

    I hope this guy's channel grows and he gets everything he wants in the world, this was so entertaining to watch

    • @carlyletom301
      @carlyletom301 Рік тому +3

      And hope that you too get everything you want out of life.

    • @splakbor
      @splakbor Рік тому +6

      @@carlyletom301 i want my life to end

    • @joordan1888
      @joordan1888 Рік тому

      ​@@splakborwoah

    • @brownie3454
      @brownie3454 Рік тому +2

      @@splakborjust get a camaro then

    • @wordgirl6267
      @wordgirl6267 Рік тому +7

      @@splakbor why would you say that ?
      I am 60+ y.o. and have beenthisclose to dying several times ! Count your blessings Daily ! Life can & will get better ! Helping others less fortunate than yourself is the best way to feel grateful ,appreciate
      your life & make it more worthwhile. Praying for you🙏

  • @allinaflutter6117
    @allinaflutter6117 Рік тому +50

    It kind of makes you realise just how little we need to survive. So many clever gadgets out there, that can allow you to make the best of a bad situation.

  • @gerard7417
    @gerard7417 Рік тому +70

    I have mad respect for this guy and to post something so personal it shows that people can do anything they set there minds to , to be unstoppable 💯

  • @KA2HRO
    @KA2HRO 2 місяці тому

    At first I was not sure about watching this, but I ended up liking what he was saying and his good nature. Subscribed!