Hi Lorraine, if you are able to camp with a Smart car there are no excuses for anyone to be able to camp with anything bigger than the Smart car. You have instilled confidence in a lot of folks. Good job? Good video.
I just love your inventiveness and creativity, you've not only managed to create a super micro camper that's full of practicality from cabin to tailgate, but in doing so you've retained the essential ability to access the driving seat should you ever decide that a quick exit is prudent. The benefits of having a Smart Car have never been so good, you've brought a whole new level of independence, practicality, saving and fun to an already clever concept. I'd perhaps think about modifying a tarp or getting a small hatchback tent annexe to give a sheltered cooking, sitting, washing/toilet space out of bad weather.
Rob MM Wrong. Some cars just dont work without major mods. I wanted to do this with my '92 honda accord, but the rear seat wouldn't fold even close to flat. The rear seat was not removable (as far as i could tell) and there was also a large plastic reinforcement piece back there that was built into the car.
I saw a couple videos on some very tiny trailers made for motorcycle's that pop up or unfold into a camping unit that is about as big as your smart car. Pretty neat.
BroMotion HighwayMan If you do have a desire to be a human sardine , Make sure you have plenty of petroleum jelly and a crow bar , And serious injury insurance , Cause if your not fucked up getting in , You're going to be coming out !😜
@RHONDA HALL Human sardine :)))))))))))))) Great!! But, if you have a quite big apartment and very much you want to travel compleately Independent, this is a perfect solution!! Lady in the Smart showed me, that it is possible!! :)
Going to a concert in a few months that’s several hours from my flat. Seeing this inspire me to just pack my pillows, sleeping bag, and get a makeshift cot to fit into my Smart car, find a truck spot to stay at overnight after the concert. Or in the case of another concert that’s on a week night during the summer, find a decent truck stop and “nap” for a few hours before waking up and heading to work like nothing happened. 😅
For some reason, I’m very happy watching this video. Awesome! I am just so grateful for you sharing this video because when on occasion, I see smart cars, I always think that a full sized car has been cut in the middle. This is really a very eye opener video. I drive a pick-up and the back is just wasted space. Ugh!
wow! Awesome. Ann's I'm trying to figure out outfitting my Toyota yaris. yours is so much smaller. this gives me hope. this a great. thank you for sharing.
Wow. I would have thought this was impossible! I just converted a Pontiac Vibe into a stealth micro camper and was looking at other micro campers and stumbled on your channel. I am thoroughly IMPRESSED. Of course, I think being a short/small person also helps in this case. ;) Still...very impressive.
I’m 6’3” and had a smart for two back in 08. I fit nicely in it but maybe not for camping.... great to see that you are enjoying it! Man, I miss my Smarty....
Thank you Ma'am. I so appreciated your advice. I own a beautiful passion in red. My only concern was the sleeping arrangements you have solved that for me. Kindest regards Johnny Hurlbut from England.
Anything is truly possible!!! Thanks for sharing, I’m planning a cross country solo trip and have been seriously considering car camping to save money. If it can be done in a smart car it can be done in anything! Great job
Wow! Kudos to you for this! I have a 2009 and absolutely love it. Maybe I’ll have to try camping in it sometime too! Cool video, I’m glad I stumbled across it:)
Lorraine Forster Now I've got to convert that into miles and gallons us... your mini does 298.25 miles on 7.93 gallons. Or almost 38 mpg. Not too shabby!
@Jim Patriot True, but the tenth year maintenance on the Prius is at 1,000 for battery renovation, 3000 for a brake actuator, 1000 for a dash cluster, and another 2 to 3000 when the engine starts knocking or burning too much oil ... Basically, mine was built to tight tolerances for ten year max life. I'd just get a 40 mpg gas only 2018 Camry vs another Prius again; at least you save on hybrid related parts.
I absolutely love your camper! It's easy and well planned. I hope you re - video any SMART changes as most car campers are works in progress. Happy safe adventures to you. Rick
I’m impressed. Living in Grande Prairie Alberta the gate way to Alaska I have seen every kind of unit venturing north to the great state. I have never seen a smart car as a camper . Truly ingenious. Enjoy.👍
You are an inspiration, lol !!! Genius, I have a Smart... I'd like to see more of the boards, how they lay and how you store them. To keep the bugs out you can drape a over the bed "netting" or the nets that go over patio umbrellas ...Great Job !!
Wow! Now I know I can turn my Mazda CX-9 into an rv for my husband, myself and the dog for next summer. Your Smart Car has me pumped!! Thank you for sharing!
That is amazing! I feel cramped sometimes even in my 1998 Saturn SL. I’m switching over to my old 1996 Dodge Caravan because I thought I’d be more comfortable with more space. You put us all to shame with your Smart Car camper... well done!!
Years ago I went camping on a smallish 250 cc motorcycle. You’d be surprised what I carried in 2 side saddle bags, rolled up tent and sleeping bag, fastened with straps on the pillion seat and a shoulder bag resting on that. All up I had food, water, cooking utensils, a radio, chess set and other amusements, like calculator games, and some books. And it was actually quite comfortable. I’m sure one could carry a lot more in a Smart car. But I am impressed with the setup in this YT video, but at 5ft 9ins I may be a bit too long to sleep comfortably. Have slept well in my Hyundai Getz, though. Even so I could imagine one could pack enough camping gear into a Smart, for say, 2 weeks away, and even if one didn’t sleep in the car, you could still have enough for comfortable camping.
Ha, that's pretty cool! At first I thought your bed boards would slip off of that little ledge on the dashboard if you moved too much. But then I figured they were kept in a forward position when the tailgate is up?? I never knew those smart cars had a sun roof. Nice. Thanks for sharing.
That's amazing! I wish my Prius had more hideaway space like you have in your tailgate. Perfect for you! I am 6', and I have just a few inches left of free space. Width is not bad, as I can fit my Dometic sideways behind the driver's seat on the folded-down back seat. My plan is to transition into a camping vehicle that gives me more space and allows me to stand. Meanwhile, I am shoveling away the savings, and growing my social security numbers. I'm 60 this year. Love your setup!!!!
Thanks Lorraine, for the inspiration. My car is a tiny 4 seater, so I have a little more room to accomodate my larger body, but I will have the same set-up - layout as you. Freedom above all. Happy camping !!
Andy Gillz I carried a 10 foot kayak in my smart car, sticking out the back or course. But it gave me the idea that i must be able to fit a bed in there!
Hi there, new subscriber here, wow, and I thought my Getz was tiny. LOL. well done, very basic and no one will even know you in there. I see your subscription counter did not change when I subscribed to your channel. Happy travels, safe journeys and be blessed
Wow, thank you ☺ I've been looking on here for ideas on how to go about it with my Suzuki alto..Now I know what to do, get a board cut to size for my bed! 👍
Thats what you call making fabulous use of a tiny space, can't say how impressed I am, watch some videos that have much larger vehicles that look a right untidy mess, really nice living space for one to get out and explore.
This is inspiring. I've been looking for inspiration to turn my Renault Clio into a camper, but i thought maybe its too small. (Its similar size to the 2001+ Mini Cooper). With all the videos of people converting SUVs I was wondering if it was possible to be able to do it. But now I have faith since its huge compared to a Smart car. Thanks for sharing. Happy camping.
I have a smart and I just love it! It's so economical and really roomy inside. It's deceptive what you can pack into a smart car. Love your idea of sleeping in it, I wonder if you could do it with two people inside. Thanks for sharing 👍😊
Wow, nice! I've done car camping in my car a few times (double-crewed and single-crewed), which is the same size as a modern VW Golf. I tend to carry a lot of stuff so when I went double-crewed I had a roofbox for storage.
I honestly thought this video was a joke when I clicked on it. Good on you for thinking outside (or in this case is it inside) the box. Sadly as I am 6'4" I don't think it would work for me, but I guess I could do something with an estate car!
I have a 2015 Smart for two Passion. I think I would take out the Passenger seat and make a solid platform storage. A tent to hook up to the back hatch for Day time living would work great too. Maybe pull a lil Trailor for tent and kitchen stove etch. You did a great job and am proud of you.
Lorraine, Good for you! I'm going to be camping in, and out of, a Kia Soul this Summer and am a bit concerned it would be too small! lol If you can do it in a smart car I now know I will survive in a Soul!
Same Smart as mine, and same colour. I would need to keep the boot open to make space for my feet. Maybe some sort of tent-like material would work to extend the rear to the end of the boot lids. Something to think about :-)
Scout Register.... Great idea about going X Country! 1 question though- I've got a 2016 fortwo hard-top. Im' 5ft 11 inches tall. Will i fit sleeping in this setup? Thx!
Hi Lorraine, if you are able to camp with a Smart car there are no excuses for anyone to be able to camp with anything bigger than the Smart car. You have instilled confidence in a lot of folks. Good job? Good video.
that's what I am thinking, great job,
It would not work for taller people.
I clicked on this thinking it was a joke. Color me impressed! At 5' 10", I'm keeping my Prius, though.
Now that's a tiny home! Lol Good job!
Smart woman in a Smart car.
Shut the fuck up, please shut the fuck up.
Lukáš Král 🤨 whats your damage bruh.
Maybe he's badly hurt how a small car can be compared to a big RV, which is very very very costly.
@@driphank9705 Whats the problem?
@@andreas-v-1098 dude my comment is a year old i dont even remember it
You win the miniest house reward🎪🏆
And here I was going to tow mine !
I think you must be the winner of most clever compact rv. Impressed!
I just love your inventiveness and creativity, you've not only managed to create a super micro camper that's full of practicality from cabin to tailgate, but in doing so you've retained the essential ability to access the driving seat should you ever decide that a quick exit is prudent.
The benefits of having a Smart Car have never been so good, you've brought a whole new level of independence, practicality, saving and fun to an already clever concept.
I'd perhaps think about modifying a tarp or getting a small hatchback tent annexe to give a sheltered cooking, sitting, washing/toilet space out of bad weather.
Lorraine's video PROVES , any car is fit for dwelling.
Rob MM Wrong. Some cars just dont work without major mods. I wanted to do this with my '92 honda accord, but the rear seat wouldn't fold even close to flat. The rear seat was not removable (as far as i could tell) and there was also a large plastic reinforcement piece back there that was built into the car.
You made that car smarter!!! :-)
I thought I'd seen it all. Next up: How to live out of your motorcycle
NicholsKT Ha Ha Ha 😂😂🤣🤣 Maybe a tent that pops out of a tank bag??
I saw a couple videos on some very tiny trailers made for motorcycle's that pop up or unfold into a camping unit that is about as big as your smart car. Pretty neat.
NicholsKT lol
Lol
Well if it has a towbar....
You just set car camping to the whole new level. What’s the next smaller car from the Smart car? Any challenger? You rock!!
lets see someone do it in a Peel P50
BroMotion HighwayMan
If you do have a desire to be a human sardine ,
Make sure you have plenty of petroleum jelly and a crow bar ,
And serious injury insurance ,
Cause if your not fucked up getting in ,
You're going to be coming out !😜
Bond Mini ? Subaru 360 ? Bromotion , can you really imagine a Peel ?
The original Mini Cooper.
@RHONDA HALL Human sardine :)))))))))))))) Great!! But, if you have a quite big apartment and very much you want to travel compleately Independent, this is a perfect solution!! Lady in the Smart showed me, that it is possible!! :)
Back in the 60’s, a friend of mine camped around the country in a VW bug. Set his cot up diagonally inside.
Going to a concert in a few months that’s several hours from my flat. Seeing this inspire me to just pack my pillows, sleeping bag, and get a makeshift cot to fit into my Smart car, find a truck spot to stay at overnight after the concert. Or in the case of another concert that’s on a week night during the summer, find a decent truck stop and “nap” for a few hours before waking up and heading to work like nothing happened. 😅
wow, who would have thought !! XD you're my new hero for rocking the smart RV ! :D
For some reason, I’m very happy watching this video. Awesome! I am just so grateful for you sharing this video because when on occasion, I see smart cars, I always think that a full sized car has been cut in the middle. This is really a very eye opener video. I drive a pick-up and the back is just wasted space. Ugh!
I had a Smmartcar and never considered doing that. You are a minimalist for sure. Good Luck!
This just proves that if you want to do something it can be done! I NEVER would have imagined using a smart car as a camper! Kudos to her ingenuity!
I seriously thought this was a joke until i watched the video, and your not 4 foot tall either. Great job.
So far I was sure that Smart is only about 63-65 inches in length! Now I see that the interior has as long as KIA Picanto II. And is wider!! Amazing!
wow! Awesome. Ann's I'm trying to figure out outfitting my Toyota yaris. yours is so much smaller. this gives me hope. this a great. thank you for sharing.
Kristofer Travels Yaris would be great car for this if you can fit comfortably. Reliable car with low mpg
DanOfTheWild no I have a gym membership.
Check out the UA-camr "Pam On The Lam", Pam traveled with a small Yaris for 8 months in 2017.
Actually there is a video on youtube about camping in a Toyota Yaris!
Wow. I would have thought this was impossible! I just converted a Pontiac Vibe into a stealth micro camper and was looking at other micro campers and stumbled on your channel. I am thoroughly IMPRESSED. Of course, I think being a short/small person also helps in this case. ;) Still...very impressive.
I’m 6’3” and had a smart for two back in 08. I fit nicely in it but maybe not for camping.... great to see that you are enjoying it! Man, I miss my Smarty....
Making use of a small space for a car camper is always amazing. Great job!
Thank you Ma'am. I so appreciated your advice. I own a beautiful passion in red. My only concern was the sleeping arrangements you have solved that for me. Kindest regards Johnny Hurlbut from England.
That is a really awesome set up! You did a great job!
Soni Medina Thanks! All it takes is a bit of imagination😁
Anything is truly possible!!! Thanks for sharing, I’m planning a cross country solo trip and have been seriously considering car camping to save money. If it can be done in a smart car it can be done in anything! Great job
Wow! Kudos to you for this! I have a 2009 and absolutely love it. Maybe I’ll have to try camping in it sometime too! Cool video, I’m glad I stumbled across it:)
This is wonderful! I have a smart and never thought of using the special storage spaces in this way!
Wow !!! That's a fantastic setup!! Thanks for sharing. Bet it gets hella gas mileage too.
No Mortgage Nomad I get about 480 km on 30 litres of gas
Lorraine Forster Now I've got to convert that into miles and gallons us... your mini does 298.25 miles on 7.93 gallons. Or almost 38 mpg. Not too shabby!
@Jim Patriot True, but the tenth year maintenance on the Prius is at 1,000 for battery renovation, 3000 for a brake actuator, 1000 for a dash cluster, and another 2 to 3000 when the engine starts knocking or burning too much oil ... Basically, mine was built to tight tolerances for ten year max life. I'd just get a 40 mpg gas only 2018 Camry vs another Prius again; at least you save on hybrid related parts.
Just camped in my SUV for the first time this past weekend and a friend sent me the link to your video. I have some more ideas now! Thank you!! 😊
And I thought my Cadillac Deville was to small to go camping myself lol.You are a smart lady ,thank you for sharing your video
Wow! If a tiny little SmartCar can convert to a camper ANY kind of car can! Impressive! Happy trails.
I absolutely love your camper! It's easy and well planned. I hope you re - video any SMART changes as most car campers are works in progress.
Happy safe adventures to you. Rick
I’m impressed. Living in Grande Prairie Alberta the gate way to Alaska I have seen every kind of unit venturing north to the great
state. I have never seen a smart car as a camper . Truly ingenious. Enjoy.👍
You are an inspiration, lol !!! Genius, I have a Smart... I'd like to see more of the boards, how they lay and how you store them. To keep the bugs out you can drape a over the bed "netting" or the nets that go over patio umbrellas ...Great Job !!
That Canadian Girl As soon as it stops raining here on the Wet Coast I'll make a new video and show how to do that.
I will be camping out on my new Honda fit! At last i will be free
Camped for over a month at a time last 2 years. Love my Fit.
Is that the same as the Jazz?
I love your camper and creativity.
Wow! Now I know I can turn my Mazda CX-9 into an rv for my husband, myself and the dog for next summer. Your Smart Car has me pumped!! Thank you for sharing!
That is amazing! I feel cramped sometimes even in my 1998 Saturn SL. I’m switching over to my old 1996 Dodge Caravan because I thought I’d be more comfortable with more space. You put us all to shame with your Smart Car camper... well done!!
Wish I could give you two thumbs up!! The new record for tiny campers. Have fun!!
I want to put this setup in my Mercedes A-class. It's bit longer than the smart, so now I know, that it will work. Thanks for sharing.
Moe Simir You can do it!!!
I thought my cavalier was small! Good job, and very nice setup.
Years ago I went camping on a smallish 250 cc motorcycle. You’d be surprised what I carried in 2 side saddle bags, rolled up tent and sleeping bag, fastened with straps on the pillion seat and a shoulder bag resting on that. All up I had food, water, cooking utensils, a radio, chess set and other amusements, like calculator games, and some books. And it was actually quite comfortable.
I’m sure one could carry a lot more in a Smart car. But I am impressed with the setup in this YT video, but at 5ft 9ins I may be a bit too long to sleep comfortably. Have slept well in my Hyundai Getz, though. Even so I could imagine one could pack enough camping gear into a Smart, for say, 2 weeks away, and even if one didn’t sleep in the car, you could still have enough for comfortable camping.
This is a great and easy way to camp and save space. It’s great for money saving! Love it! Maybe I’ll try this when I’m older!
Absolutely amazing, thank you so much for showing us how you did all that!
Cutest RV to have. Thank you for sharing this video Lorraine. Already subscribed to your channel and hope to see your adventures in future.
This is great! Good for you such an incredibly compact setup! I thought my prius was compact
I really wasn't sure about little smart car's but you sure made yours look very nice. This is a great idea for smart car owners. way to go.
Now, for this.. You deserve a medal. That's an incredible use of a small space!
Ha, that's pretty cool! At first I thought your bed boards would slip off of that little ledge on the dashboard if you moved too much. But then I figured they were kept in a forward position when the tailgate is up?? I never knew those smart cars had a sun roof. Nice. Thanks for sharing.
SPCLPONY Yes! The tailgate locks it all in place.
That's amazing! I wish my Prius had more hideaway space like you have in your tailgate. Perfect for you! I am 6', and I have just a few inches left of free space. Width is not bad, as I can fit my Dometic sideways behind the driver's seat on the folded-down back seat. My plan is to transition into a camping vehicle that gives me more space and allows me to stand. Meanwhile, I am shoveling away the savings, and growing my social security numbers. I'm 60 this year.
Love your setup!!!!
this really cool ! never thought the smart can be capable to be camper !
That is brilliant! I'm very impressed. I think a small solar panel and LED lighing would help. But WOW.
Lorraine-too cool. I’m impressed
Thanks Lorraine, for the inspiration.
My car is a tiny 4 seater, so I have a little more room to accomodate my larger body, but I will have the same set-up - layout as you. Freedom above all. Happy camping !!
Wow, good for you! Very cool. A Honda Fit is only slightly larger on the outside but MUCH bigger inside and would be my choice. But props to you.
This is amazing! I thought my DIY Transit Connect conversion was small!
I have a SMARTIE...very tempted to camp. Thank you!
Seriously impressive never thought anyone can ever sleep in a smart car too impressive.
Andy Gillz I carried a 10 foot kayak in my smart car, sticking out the back or course. But it gave me the idea that i must be able to fit a bed in there!
Well done Lorraine! Love it!
Ulf Meijer Thanks! It waa fun to do.
Hi there, new subscriber here, wow, and I thought my Getz was tiny. LOL. well done, very basic and no one will even know you in there. I see your subscription counter did not change when I subscribed to your channel. Happy travels, safe journeys and be blessed
Thanks so much! 😊
Love the way you come up with this concept!
Hugs,
Faye
I had to sleep in my Smart once ,it's impossible,no room. This is brilliant.
I just bought a Kia Soul. It's a suburban compared to his. This gives me ideas. Great video!!
Just when you think you've seen it all...
Surprisingly comfortable set up. Great rig. Never would have thought of it, but seems to work perfect.
Wow, thank you ☺ I've been looking on here for ideas on how to go about it with my Suzuki alto..Now I know what to do, get a board cut to size for my bed! 👍
Wow that's impressive! We thought we were pushing it for space as we travel and sleep in our tiny Mini Cooper!
Thats what you call making fabulous use of a tiny space, can't say how impressed I am, watch some videos that have much larger vehicles that look a right untidy mess, really nice living space for one to get out and explore.
This is inspiring. I've been looking for inspiration to turn my Renault Clio into a camper, but i thought maybe its too small. (Its similar size to the 2001+ Mini Cooper). With all the videos of people converting SUVs I was wondering if it was possible to be able to do it. But now I have faith since its huge compared to a Smart car. Thanks for sharing. Happy camping.
Amazing,, good job Lorraine!!
I’ve watched this before and I love it Gal ! You motivate me even more. Safe Travels and Hugs! MommaFaye
Wow... Could not imagen.. You could do that to a smart car.. Lol you did a great job
I have a smart and I just love it! It's so economical and really roomy inside. It's deceptive what you can pack into a smart car.
Love your idea of sleeping in it, I wonder if you could do it with two people inside.
Thanks for sharing 👍😊
Wow, nice! I've done car camping in my car a few times (double-crewed and single-crewed), which is the same size as a modern VW Golf. I tend to carry a lot of stuff so when I went double-crewed I had a roofbox for storage.
Very well done..as the new owner of a 2014 smart for two i have become very interested in all things Smart..giggle
Excellent use of space! Very creative.
Wonderful idea. So creative!
I honestly thought this video was a joke when I clicked on it.
Good on you for thinking outside (or in this case is it inside) the box.
Sadly as I am 6'4" I don't think it would work for me, but I guess I could do something with an estate car!
I have a 2015 Smart for two Passion. I think I would take out the Passenger seat and make a solid platform storage. A tent to hook up to the back hatch for Day time living would work great too. Maybe pull a lil Trailor for tent and kitchen stove etch. You did a great job and am proud of you.
Jim Davis good ideas for a taller person. But I use it for city stealth camping for work sometimes so a tent would be a bit obvious😎
I'm 6'3 375, ex football player, i could not get into a smart car i have tried, but love this!
Glad you did this! I have a smart car and it’s nice to know should I need to leave!
I have to give her a like great vid
Hi from Maui! How cool! Really enjoyed ur video:)!!!
Lorraine, Good for you! I'm going to be camping in, and out of, a Kia Soul this Summer and am a bit concerned it would be too small! lol If you can do it in a smart car I now know I will survive in a Soul!
Ingenious!
What a terrific set up. I like your style.
Such a cute set up! Looks super cozy. Thank you for sharing
I'm 5 foot 1. I could easily fit in there. Good job. Looks nice and cozy!
Lorraine:
This is some really impressive ingenuity! Very inventive.
-Jake
You are one clever Babe. Good luck.
Alright nice job! Advantages of being tiny.. happy for you, really cool.
That's awesome, very ingenious. Bravo
Bonnie Phillips Thanks! I just got a new...er Smart. Will be making improvements on my RV conversion. Stay tuned...
Thanks so much for showing us this. I never would have guessed :) Cheers
Thanks! It's always fun to share ideas.
Great idea, now all we need is a 4 wheel drive smart car✌
Great little set up! Thanks for sharing.
Amazing, I’m only 17 and I’m figuring out how I would convert a 7 sweater to a little mini home and this helped out a lot haha, thanks :)
Valiant Faynt A 7 seater will seem like a palace!!!
Same Smart as mine, and same colour. I would need to keep the boot open to make space for my feet. Maybe some sort of tent-like material would work to extend the rear to the end of the boot lids. Something to think about :-)
I’ve done this several times in my 2010 and my 2016 Smarts! Am thinking of doing a cross country adventure!
Scout Register.... Great idea about going X Country! 1 question though- I've got a 2016 fortwo hard-top. Im' 5ft 11 inches tall. Will i fit sleeping in this setup? Thx!
Dump Trump, CHUMP! It’s definitely harder in the 16 than the previous model, but if you have a setup like this you should fit I would think
That's another interesting one. I'm 5'3 so this would probably work for me. Thanks for the idea!
Great video. I'm 6'1" so this is out for me. Great ideas and looks like you enjoy yourself!
That’s great! Perfect for short camping trips. Well done.