Inside Guatemala’s Pimped Out Chicken Buses: Epic bus conversions and dangerous driving

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  • Опубліковано 8 вер 2024
  • Guatemala is famed for their iconic “chicken buses” (also known as camionetas)… but where do they come from? And how do these bus conversions take place?
    Many thanks to Dave from Iguana Perdida for allowing us to use his song: laiguanaperdid...
    For our latest documentary, we got under the bonnet of Guatemala’s camionetas.
    Across several days, we travelled to a number of Guatemalan reconstruction garages to learn more about the art of transforming written off U.S school buses into Guatemalala’s public transport. Think bold lights, colours and chrome.
    Find out about the fascinating process of transforming a bus and learn from the drivers about how difficult their work actually is.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 186

  • @AdventuresOfATravelingDon
    @AdventuresOfATravelingDon 2 роки тому +9

    I appreciate all these different stories and aspects of the cultures and countries that you visit. It's fascinating how a mundane job that we take for granted in the US has such a different life in Guatemala.

  • @ericbwalsh
    @ericbwalsh 2 роки тому +12

    This is TOP notch quality right here!! I seriously thought I turned on the discovery channel or something for a second! 😆 Thanks for taking the effort to make this and share it!! 🙏

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Awwww now that means a lot to hear. One can DREAM of Discovery channel one day ;)

  • @riversandcoffee
    @riversandcoffee Рік тому +4

    This is awesome... Love the beautiful storytelling and high-quality filming you put into all of your work...big thanks 😊😊😊✌

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  Рік тому

      Thankyou so much for tuning in! ♥️

  • @proudlynomadic
    @proudlynomadic 2 роки тому +5

    Okay you two...SENSORY OVERLOAD IN THE BEST WAY POSSIBLE 😍 there is so much to admire in your editing, filming, voice over, etc etc. You two are 100% without a doubt incredible and one of our favorites EVER!! Keep being amazing, and keep bringing what no one else does. Love it!

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому +1

      This honestly means so so much to us! We put a lot of work into making these docs, so to hear such nice words is really appreciated guys! PS we’re in Bali now, so let us know if you ever head down here!!! ♥️♥️♥️

    • @proudlynomadic
      @proudlynomadic 2 роки тому

      @@Outlawes OMG BALI 😳🥰 we will absolutely keep you posted 😝 Bali has long been our dream destination. For the meantime, keep soaking up the sun out there and when we’re there you can take us to the best coffee and burger shops 😅

  • @StepsbyKaatje
    @StepsbyKaatje 2 роки тому +5

    Wow! Those buses are great! I love the fact that they keep going until they really break down! I think that sure is more ecological than making new once all the time!

  • @maxdexpeditions
    @maxdexpeditions 2 роки тому +1

    Short and sweet! These buses remind me of the world war two jeeps from the Philippines, modified for public transport. Nicely done! I hope you two are doing well. Take care.

  • @LotusGeorge
    @LotusGeorge 2 роки тому +6

    We love your short documentary guys, such an experience and adventure to travel Guatemala by bus. We loved the chicken busses but they were a bit dangerous indeed! Thanks for sharing more about it!

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Thanks guys we love ya!

  • @o.bsoutdoors3871
    @o.bsoutdoors3871 2 роки тому +4

    Another outstanding video guys, the style of these mini documentaries are second to none 👌. They should be on mainstream TV! This one was so interesting, we have never heard of the chicken buses, let alone about the plight of the drivers😳. You are very brave riding on one! None the less they are very cool. Thanks for sharing another masterpiece😊👌 Shell and Pete

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому +1

      Aww thankyou so much! Mainstream TV would be the DREAM… but we’ll just put that out into the universe and see where it takes us ;) it means a lot that you tuned in 🙏

  • @TheCountryCollectors
    @TheCountryCollectors 2 роки тому +4

    Hey guys! Where have you been?! Was just thinking about your channel and that last documentary on Puerto. Absolutely love Guatemala and the chicken busses. You really did a wonderful job of capturing this phenomenon as well as providing such great info and the music was the perfect compliment. Love the interviews and the depth of your experience sharing. Super professional work!

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Hey hey Heidi and Adam ♥️ we had an absolute NIGHTMARE with our harddrives. All three of them broke and we had to get them sent off to recover the files (which took two months) Anyway, we’re back with a bang and have lots more fun stuff coming out. As always thanks for your support 🙌

  • @wildsuburbiauk152
    @wildsuburbiauk152 2 роки тому

    Fascinating to see the buses being renovated and going on for decades, when you see the buses it seems a reasonable cost to pimp them up, super film.

  • @ygthbvfe4826
    @ygthbvfe4826 11 місяців тому

    Just came back from Guatemala.. I enjoyed chicken bus ride. These bus drivers have amazing driving skills in traffic. It was an experience

  • @countrybowwow
    @countrybowwow 2 роки тому +1

    It's terrible and scary just to see crazy driving.Thank you for sharing the video. Have a happy weekend Friend

  • @walkingj.m9132
    @walkingj.m9132 2 роки тому

    The safe driving is really important!! Your life is only one!! I love this beautiful buses!! Thank you for sharing my friend!!👍👍

  • @sezzyon
    @sezzyon 2 роки тому

    Wow what a great adventure in Guatemala, watching from Philippines🤩

  • @PampItPapi
    @PampItPapi 2 роки тому +1

    Such great production value for a small youtube channel. Keep up the good work.

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Aw thanks! Imagine the quality of production we can pull off when we ARE a big channel ;)

  • @GrandmaSandy
    @GrandmaSandy 2 роки тому +1

    Very interesting video today full of inspiration for repurposing and reusing

  • @peterlawes4869
    @peterlawes4869 2 роки тому +1

    Another superb video graphical documentary of a South American insight into Guatemala's
    Public Service, pimped and stunningly eye-catching "Camionetas", A.K.A. ‘Chicken Buses’.
    The video shows how precarious & hazardous the roads are especially in rural areas, with the passengers seemingly not to be worried even when passing one of the many R.T.A's that occur on Guatemala's roads.

  • @littlemindsmatter0707LMM
    @littlemindsmatter0707LMM 2 роки тому +1

    Oh gosh! They seem don't care about driving in the accident-prone area. Sad to know they drive very long hours and their job is considered the most dangerous. Hello, dear friend. Thanks for this awesome adventure. Great to know more about the other parts of the world. Way to go!👍 and viewed 6:38

  • @-tekyamanosh
    @-tekyamanosh 2 роки тому +1

    So beautiful thanks for sharing my dear have a nice day

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Hope you have a wonderful day too!

  • @NaturesCookFlavor
    @NaturesCookFlavor 2 роки тому +1

    The fast paced of the city...awesome...

  • @flugjung
    @flugjung Рік тому

    These are masterpieces. I remember taking pictures of them

  • @GrandmaSandy
    @GrandmaSandy 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for a wonderful video love getting out and traveling the world with all my awesome friends on UA-cam. Hugs and kisses from grandma Sandy and Debbie

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Awww that’s such a sweet message, thanks so much for your support - it really means a lot!

  • @naonweah4111
    @naonweah4111 2 роки тому +1

    Thank for sharing and i like your vidio👍👍👏👏 good job👍👍

  • @radiongamturexy
    @radiongamturexy 2 роки тому +1

    🇻🇳Thank you my friend for sharing good video. I wish my friend a good and successful day. Greetings from Vietnam to you...👍👍

  • @AeroFlix4D
    @AeroFlix4D 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for sharing this beautiful video. I really liked it and watched it with great pleasure.👏👏👍👍

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      We appreciate your support man!

  • @poentang
    @poentang 2 роки тому

    Wow! A very interesting video of the story of the iconic chicken bus. This is an excellent documentary. It's amazing!!

  • @wanderingoutyonder
    @wanderingoutyonder 2 роки тому +1

    Holy cow that looked like and "interesting" day - hahaha! Keep making memories & adventure on! ~Karen & Shannon WOY

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Thanks so much for stopping by! We really appreciate it 🙌

  • @zeazagreb
    @zeazagreb 8 місяців тому +1

    Hello! Great video of my country! Just wanted to add we call them “canasteras” “baskets buses”

  • @SaltyBeaverExplores
    @SaltyBeaverExplores 2 роки тому

    That was so interesting. Who would think driving such a colourful happy looking bus would be the most dangerous job in the world!

  • @davestredulinsky
    @davestredulinsky 2 роки тому

    Very interesting to hear about the "chicken buses" in Guatemala. I enjoyed to the 6:38 end. Thank you my friend.

  • @TheAverageTourist
    @TheAverageTourist 2 роки тому +1

    This was so interesting! I had no idea this is where many of the US buses went, or that they converted them like this. Very informative and professional documentary style video!

  • @norzcatznc
    @norzcatznc 2 роки тому

    This was a fantastic transportations with unique designs. Thank you for sharing and have a wonderful weekend.

  • @PershijsmachnijKherson
    @PershijsmachnijKherson 2 роки тому +1

    Hello my friend. This is more than just a video, you put love and passion into it. Great job! Good luck!👍🌻🌸🌺

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Thanks for your kind words 🙌

  • @HugoVistaAerea
    @HugoVistaAerea 2 роки тому +1

    Excellent footage very good content and interesting, Greetings from Michigan my friend...

  • @electricbike8547
    @electricbike8547 2 роки тому

    Thank you very much for this great video
    Thank you for your continuous support🙏🙏👍👍✌✌❤❤

  • @ggls0792
    @ggls0792 2 роки тому

    Yo yo! It promotes continuity. 😆I watched again! All the best!

  • @haikalbaimchannel2402
    @haikalbaimchannel2402 2 роки тому

    Amazing beautiful video commentary.Thanks for sharing friends.

  • @shakibsstudio222
    @shakibsstudio222 2 роки тому +1

    Good sharing my dear friend ✋✋✋✌️✋✌️✋✋✌️✋✌️✋✌️💙

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @walkingwithtamson
    @walkingwithtamson 2 роки тому +1

    What a machine! These things have got e everything!

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      They are crazy right!

  • @titajoerg
    @titajoerg 2 роки тому

    Great docmentaries . Great adventure by bus in Guatemala... Please take care

  • @capeguy
    @capeguy 2 роки тому +1

    I was on one of these buses from Guatemala city to Antigua...I was in fear for my life. An absolutely insane driver...

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Yeah that will do it to ya!

  • @CoastalBird
    @CoastalBird 2 роки тому +1

    Excellent fiming my friend! Your contents are amazing and this is no different. Despite dangerous bus driving experience this place looked very vbrant!

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      You’re so right, it’s super vibrant! Thanks for your kind words!

  • @costiniucmircea
    @costiniucmircea 2 роки тому

    Thank you for sharing beautiful content with us!! Big like!

  • @ErnestHojilla
    @ErnestHojilla 2 роки тому

    Amazing Documentary! Fierce! Wow! 🥰

  • @silendr
    @silendr 2 роки тому +1

    Wow, this is Amazing video my friend. Well done and keep going🙂😊👍

  • @242math
    @242math 2 роки тому +1

    this was very revealing, you did an excellent job

  • @RambleandCurry
    @RambleandCurry 2 роки тому +1

    An amazing production and great style implemented to show the real emotions.... The color grade and tempo of the video is excellent... Its a treat to the eyes and music to the ears

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Aww thanks so much man! It took a fair bit of work for sure, glad it paid off 🙌

  • @degeecuda
    @degeecuda 2 роки тому

    I loved your video presentation of transportation in Guatemala. Great sharing. New friend here sending my love and support to your channel. Have a good day.

  • @tomtriffitt9329
    @tomtriffitt9329 2 роки тому +2

    Super interesting - I take them so much atm and I had no idea they were so dangerous and that being a driver was such a high fatality job! Beautifully produced and graded as ever. Really enjoyed this one particularly since it’s so close to home right now 👌🏼 thanks guys 🙌🏼

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Thanks Mr. Triffit! New channel I see 👀 love that! Yeah they are pretty wild, in all aspects!

    • @tomtriffitt9329
      @tomtriffitt9329 2 роки тому

      @@Outlawes haha nooo this is just my personal account.. new channel to come soon! So wild, thankfully I survived my last couple 🙏🏼

  • @Travelarc
    @Travelarc 2 роки тому

    Wonderful video. Thanks for showing us this place ❤️

  • @Keyboardmusic1943
    @Keyboardmusic1943 2 роки тому

    Thanks for your efforts to introduce such valuable information. I enjoyed watching and listening dear friends. Greetings to you from Canada 🇨🇦. Thanks for sharing

  • @AndreMartin1000
    @AndreMartin1000 2 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing this super entertaining video.👍💯⌚

  • @optimixxx
    @optimixxx 2 роки тому +1

    quite crazy place over there, cool camionets !

  • @dayadventureswithgasper
    @dayadventureswithgasper 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for showing us this wonderful video. Those buses are amazing. So much artwork and detail on them. Too bad about the violence and corruption. Wonderful narration my friend. Have a great weekend.

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Thanks for sharing your support! Yeah these buses are sooo cool, appreciate your kind words 🤘

  • @ervinslens
    @ervinslens 2 роки тому +1

    What a lovely shots, so vivid and unique atmosphere. Simply outstanding video.

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much!! As always, we really appreciate your support ♥️

  • @OliverBoehmlaender
    @OliverBoehmlaender 2 роки тому +1

    There's something for everyone on your channel. I really appreciate all your hard work. It's so nice that you share this with the world!!!!!

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Aww means a lot my friend! The eclectic mix of themes are certainly fun to film and edit 🙌

  • @TimelessWonders
    @TimelessWonders 2 роки тому +1

    Like 40. Love Guetemala. Anazing place ♥️ from your new friend and sub 😊

  • @beachwatch8262
    @beachwatch8262 2 роки тому

    Awesome, Thanks for sharing. 👍 Have a nice weekend.

  • @myzongthao1932
    @myzongthao1932 2 роки тому

    Hello friend great uploading! Full support 🤝🙋🏻‍♀️

  • @VagabondTurtle
    @VagabondTurtle 2 роки тому

    The video has a great atmosphere! Loved it! Pimp my bus Guatemala edition :))

  • @jalanjalan123
    @jalanjalan123 2 роки тому

    The bus is good and cool, I like it, hopefully it will always be smooth and safe in driving, keep the spirit

  • @TheJansenJournal
    @TheJansenJournal 2 роки тому +1

    Your video creations are just great! Nice video!

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Thankyouuuu for your continued support!

  • @travel_nature_and_life
    @travel_nature_and_life 2 роки тому

    Very impressive. A journey in the journey. 💛

  • @no_soy_rubio
    @no_soy_rubio 2 роки тому

    Superb video, the production is as slick as anything on TV. I'm heading to Guatemala next month, can't wait to ride on one of these buses 😎

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks mate, yeah you have to! It’s like a very cheap roller coaster that could crash at any minute 😆

  • @pasirindotraveller8799
    @pasirindotraveller8799 2 роки тому +1

    Video yang di buat dengan sangat cantik, saya sangat menyukainya.
    Good job my friend,.,.

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Thanks for your support!

  • @wondersinmotion
    @wondersinmotion 2 роки тому +1

    A very interesting documentary. Very well filmed and edited! Congratulations! Can I know what profile/LUT you used? I love the look! 😍😍 I hope to watch more videos from you soon!!

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Thanks man! Shooting in SLog 3 and use Phantom Luts as a base have slightly warmed them up and tweaked them. More videos coming soon!

  • @thehomelandofvietnam7740
    @thehomelandofvietnam7740 2 роки тому

    This sharing is useful. I think we should drive slowly and carefully

  • @WuWa.Shanghai
    @WuWa.Shanghai 2 роки тому +1

    Fast paced film, high quality film, captivated us, very good! Thank you!💯👍🙏

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Thanks so much, we appreciate your support ♥️

  • @marplato2558
    @marplato2558 10 місяців тому

    When American school buses die and go to heaven! 😍 Amazing video, many takes and turns! 👍

  • @stressfreelife82
    @stressfreelife82 2 роки тому

    That is very surprising thing and good documentation.thanks for sharing it.

  • @mindandrelaxation
    @mindandrelaxation 2 роки тому

    Great job with the video! Keep on going. Keep on uploading great videos

  • @thatplace1
    @thatplace1 2 роки тому

    Fun and entertaining video even including the serious side of the pimped out chicken buses. 👍New fan and sub 🤠thanks for all you put into this. Appreciated!

  • @SunnyHoliday1235
    @SunnyHoliday1235 2 роки тому

    Great and interesting documentary video. 👏😊👍

  • @stylechannel6902
    @stylechannel6902 2 роки тому

    Perfect 🥰 very much sharing

  • @DonnaTaibossigai
    @DonnaTaibossigai 2 роки тому

    Amazing work again! I love your mini-documentaries. The drivers of these buses definitely have nerves of steel for driving and dealing with the other dangers.

  • @AleSalvino
    @AleSalvino 2 роки тому +1

    Incredible videos guys, superb quality and true experience/story! Guatemala is on my to-do for next year!!

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Thankyou! Yes definitely one to visit… although we kinda preferred Mexico 🙈

  • @vlogsbykhadija
    @vlogsbykhadija 2 роки тому +1

    Lk 28 great work
    💙🎁💙 see you around

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Cheers mate!! Appreciate it!

  • @traveladvisorak6065
    @traveladvisorak6065 2 роки тому

    That 's an interesting video. Liked the documentary.

  • @gustovmark
    @gustovmark 2 роки тому +1

    Hahah dude this was a crazy video. Super sick pimped out buses they got haha

    • @gustovmark
      @gustovmark 2 роки тому

      (ps. if yall have a second out of your day to show some support to my latest fpv video that would mean the world)

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Thanks man, yeah such a crazy ride! Heading over to your channel now 🤘

  • @pavelondosyno248
    @pavelondosyno248 2 роки тому

    This is your best video yet 👏🏻

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Awwww yay appreciate it!

  • @Samjoychannel
    @Samjoychannel 2 роки тому +1

    Wonderful video

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Aw we appreciate your kind words :)

  • @relaxingsilentfilms-LosAngeles
    @relaxingsilentfilms-LosAngeles 2 роки тому +1

    nice job! keep building your channel!

  • @vlogniateyann2048
    @vlogniateyann2048 2 роки тому

    Nice.. thanks for sharing..L👍

  • @priyapoetry3187
    @priyapoetry3187 2 роки тому

    Like 85 nice shering

  • @fredchipps
    @fredchipps 2 роки тому

    Outstanding work!! No comparison to the work you do. love the quality of your content, the narration, videography, composition and edits!! All in all you are a genius/geniuses.👏

  • @lealynp
    @lealynp Рік тому

    Super cool film!

  • @GrandmaSandy
    @GrandmaSandy 2 роки тому +1

    Well they do have some colorful transport don’t they they really enjoyed their buses

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Thanks so much for tuning in!!!

  • @TravelingWithSaint34
    @TravelingWithSaint34 2 роки тому +1

    first.. hello friend.. I saw the notification bell and I'm watching your video right away.. have a nice day.. stay in touch please 👍

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Thanks we love your support

  • @seaforestman8455
    @seaforestman8455 2 роки тому +1

    Hi, thanks for video, liked, wieved, subscribed by sea forestman, thanks for sharing, Im looking forward for next videos, have a nice day :))

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Much appreciated my friend!

  • @jasmaya
    @jasmaya 9 місяців тому

    Amazing video!!!

  • @PostcardAndAPint
    @PostcardAndAPint 2 роки тому

    Wow, schools buses gone bad ass! This was an incredible documentary, you guys are another level!! We’d never heard of the chicken buses and had no idea they were so dangerous! 🍻

  • @blumenmaedchen115
    @blumenmaedchen115 2 роки тому

    Very interesting video 👍 Have a nice day

  • @HTEtravel
    @HTEtravel 2 роки тому

    Another awesome video. I haven't been to Guatemala yet, but when I get there, I am definitely going to ride one of those chicken buses.

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      You have to it’s a right of passage! Although sometimes we would opt out and take the quicker and safe collectivo!

    • @HTEtravel
      @HTEtravel 2 роки тому

      @@Outlawes That is crazy how many drivers and their assistants are murdered by gangs.

  • @BanshanMarwein
    @BanshanMarwein 2 роки тому

    I like the fact that you showed the place as it is. Great intro and looks familiar in some cases in India, i liked the buses. Street life is pretty much interesting stories and events

  • @italianlifestyle7911
    @italianlifestyle7911 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome💗

  • @TheWanderBoxOfficial
    @TheWanderBoxOfficial 2 роки тому +1

    Great job guys. Super informative and awesome filmmaking. Surprised you guys don’t have a huge subscriber base, yet ;)

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Thanks mate! Yeah growing subscribers is way harder than it looks 😩

  • @GrandmaSandy
    @GrandmaSandy 2 роки тому

    They’ve done a great job With the old yellow school buses and turn them into something fabulous once again.

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      I know, their skills at decorating are so amazing

    • @Outlawes
      @Outlawes  2 роки тому

      Yes it’s crazy what they can do in a short amount of time and for very cheap!

  • @DRONIXAR
    @DRONIXAR 2 роки тому +1

    love it

  • @nomadelad
    @nomadelad Місяць тому

    Well done ❤

  • @Nick-iz6dh
    @Nick-iz6dh Рік тому

    These things are just wild!