-5 degrees Car Camping and Cooking - Tiny Car Conversion
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- I tested out my new car camping conversion in freezing conditions and it was great! I also cooked up a meal in the back of the car.
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You are doing something for society, your entertaining people and teaching people! You show people that you don’t need a fancy camper van to explore the wilderness!
So true!
Really bugs me when everyone’s jumping on his videos saying “you need to get a van” “a van would do a much better job”.
I mean state the obvious!!
Unfortunately not everyone has the luxury of spending 10s of thousands of pounds on a new van and have to make do with what they have and what they already own!
This video just proves you don’t need a fancy van to make it work!
Just a shame Alex isn’t a foot shorter 😂
Very true, I agree it doesn't have to be a big camper van . I have converted my small astra van into a micro camper that blends in nicely for stealth camping 😁th-cam.com/users/shortszUNWh5Z0F_4?feature=share
@@elenapill7542 You can get a used van in working condition for less than 2000 pounds. I don't think anyone was suggesting that Alex should buy a brand new van. He could sell his car and get a van for that money no problem. But he mentioned that he doesn't want to do that because he likes his car too much, which is fair enough I guess.
They're good videos but he isn't doing anything for society . Lol.
@@mrdjr6544 sorry but that is questionable ..a young man and creator that has built a fishing channel and now his own vlog type channel is proving to all of society that you can find you own direction in life without the need of 9to 5 hours being a wage slave for the rest of life... so as a creator or influencer or whatever the youth call it he is doing a lot of good for society and mindsets of many that feel the only way is to get a job and slave away until retirement.. maybe no elon musk but doing plenty but of course this is my opinion and you are welcome to yours of course ... hagd
For anyone saying your not doing your bit for society, you are !!, I’m currently going through the toughest patch of my life after losing the biggest part of my life just days ago, I found this video late at night after struggling to sleep and it made me not feel better but eased me a little, I know that may not seem like a lot but after feeling like crap for a little while that means the world and I tell you that I am definitely not the only one who has been effected (helped) like this.
I’ve watched Carl and Alex before this for years and you’ve never failed to help me through hard times I’ve had just with the pure heart and soul you guys show and passion you have with your videos.
So for anyone who says you’re not doing your part because you’ve helped more people than you will ever know and for that thank you 🙏
Wish you the best Toby, things will get better. Thanks for your comment, it meant a lot reading this!
Same, my mental health really isn't good right now and they thing making me forget and feel halk normal are your videos, thank you x
Don’t listen to comments like that Alex. Your videos are for a purpose, you are doing what you love and you bring happiness to the thousands of us who watch.
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Well said
Caravan travelers or whatever they are called (commercial bought vehicles) are WORSE then someone having fun in a cheap and productive manner. Alex is truly the first one I have seen that tries to camp in there vehicle before buying a van and making a heavy wood mess DIY camper here on TH-cam. Journey from the begging that is. Not forced to live in there car just having fun. Really joining the army is mindless and dum. Picking wild garlic and making TH-cam content displaying real life not made up shit is about as good you can get in life. Not going to war or school doing stuff for others interest. Being a good puppy and doing others work for them as they sit in there boss chair with 3x the earnings. That is the right thing?
Working with bees and going out in the woods picking food sounds dull, but to call it not productive or mindless is just wrong. It is living a dam life as a peaceful animal. And not some Smart society war/hate no care about real life matters drone.
Alex - I have to agree with Ricky! You are doing what you love and what makes you happy? Are you hurting anyone? No! I like watching your adventures!
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Alex, I'm 52 and watch you're videos precisely because I enjoy seeing someone free from the shackles of 9 to 5 drudgery! Without trying to sound like an old git...I have found that life is for experiencing as much as you can and in turn you become richer and far more content and happy. Stick to what you want to do and don't bend to other peoples bullshit....its your life 🙏
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Amen :)
absolutely. from a fellow 52 year old, old git
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I'm a fisherman watching this so your definitely doing something right lad. Your entertaining society and keeping chins up thats your part. Another top video Alex keep doing what your doing and enjoy 😉
Yes Sir, could not agree more :)
Speaking facts right there mate
Literally ty for keeping our brains occupied on less depressing thoughts than what a hellhole dystopia the world is rn.
I am thinking of doing same sort of set of as I do beach fishing . The trouble is me and my bro go fishing together and I don't think there is enough room for two of us to sleep
You’re doing more for society than 99% off people. The encouragement to enjoy and care for the outdoors is wonderful to see, you should be so proud. I’m sure I speak for the many when I say I would prefer to see you out in the wilderness than say in front of your PC gaming..!
I'm in the process of changing my car into a camper: I'm almost 69yrs old, I've worked or studied all my life, raised 3 kids, have 10 grandkids, and I'm no longer beholden to anyone or anything. I fully intend to devote the rest of my life to doing exactly what I want to do. My lifelong plan for retirement was to visit every village in Scotland that had a pub and at least one shop. Unfortunatly I left it too late, as I always envisioned it as a walking/ public transport project: now I'm disabled and that is no longer possible. So, on to plan B. Driving around the country, camping in my car, a Citreon C4, which is an estate-type car, with my mobility scooter and my 2 dogs, occasionally accompanied by various lovely grandchildren. The point of the story is this: follow your dreams while you can, don't leave it too late, and adapt as you go along. Nothing is impossible if you still have some spirit. Oh, and the most important thing: if you're car camping you MUST insulate your windows. I've used the reflective yoga-style mats, cut to size and they are perfect, cheap, and easy to store. Also, cover any exposed metal on the interior with the stretchy car carpet fabric you can buy on eBay or Amazon and that will dramatically cut down on condensation and heat loss. Good luck.
I think true happiness is in the moments you are fully focused on a project and then stand back and look at it and know you've done a good job. A life lived like that, is a life well lived.
Great job .
Don't let anyone bring you down Alex, I'm loving the new videos and your entertaining all of us😂
Another great instalment, Alex. This isn't directionless at all, similar to what others have said you're entertaining and teaching others and that's a powerful thing. Keep doing what you're doing! Looking forward to the next one.
Thank you!
The tiny car converted actually looks better than I was expecting, another entertaining video Alex thank you! Absolutely loved the jump across the river too (BTW enjoying yourself & living IS useful)
I was hoping he would collect it from there rather than the side of the path lol
When I used to fish the river Ouse for trout it involved walking through acres of that wild garlic,the smell never leaves you........happy days
Hi Alex, my partner LOVES your videos. He loves watching you cook, build, explore, adventure and come up with wild and wacky ideas. He watches other channels like this and yours are the only videos I genuinely enjoy. Negative comments come from jealousy usually! The person should be directing their comment at mindless shows like 'Married at First Sight'. Keep doing you :-) I am learning so much!
Thanks Lana! :)
I'm almost 52 and you are a critical thinker, we need more like you in this world, you are right, you can do whatever you choose to do, it is your life to live and like you said as long as you do no harm to anyone/thing. I love to be in nature by car camping like yourself, it's such a lovely way to do it, get outside and enjoy the flora and fauna, healthy lifestyle, better than anything else I reckon. Ignore those who think they have the authority to advise you what you must be doing, we have enough of that with the policy enforcers/revenue raisers (Corporations includes fake Government, Police, Military), people can be so evil, worse than any other living thing on the planet, best to keep living, as that is what you are doing, you're actually living.
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You are a director a camera man a actor a editor a very interesting kind informative and yes entertaining human being trust me alex I have been on this planet over 50years you are doing something very special 😀 👍
Haha I did this but in a Daihatsu Cuore from 2001. Went more then 2000 km alone in Sweden. Even camped out in the wild, encountered a bear... which was scary. I did not even have a matras, I slept on a wooden chair with a garden pillow and 2 other thick pillows from another chair. I started with lots of doubts but it ended up being a crazy trip I will never forget. Not very relaxing, very challenging, especially the heat wave and not having a air co turned out very hard on me, but a real adventure. Making friends along the way because of unexpected things. Just go out there! And yes people, even the tiniest car can be used for camping. I also removed the passenger seat, but slept the other way around. I found a sun chair metal frame, which I adapted to fit in the car. So the bed had a back section that was able to tilt. Underneath I had the cooking stuff and seating for travel brakes. That is why I slept the other way around. I only needed the minimal amount of wood, leaving enough room for all the camping gear under the bed. Incl a spare wheel. I never liked having the gas in the car. So at night I put it outside or under the car. Neither did I cook inside. Yours is not working due to the cold, I think, you need a different type of gas then. I used a wooden crate as storage, with a lid on the side and with a additional lose top. Both could be used as additional tables. I sat on the ground outside using the pillows from the bed and the casing of the stove to raise the lose tops a bit. Adding a pick-nick bag with all things kitchen, a spare tent just in case. A plastic bag as emergency toilet. A a4 size solar panel charging the a small battery like yours. Solar lights. As the only wise advice, don't go wild camping without proper prep. I had a GPS and always plenty of water ensuring I could take care of myself for 24 hours to wait for help. The Swedish forest are not harmless... In the end I needed that GPS because a solar flair hit us that summer and through off the navigation, while I was overheating my car with my sleeping bag... how what?! yes... I had no internet and so GPS was the only way to tell people my location. In the end my car needed repair (for a different reason while the overheating was looked into, which turned out fine) and I slept in a farm house from 1600 on top of a hill in the middle of the city... Thanks to being a scout and just calling a local group for help. I made it home safe, with my car and very enriched.
There are so many things I enjoy about your videos. It’s honest, no unnecessary hype and you allow us to come along on your journey of discovery with you. I haven’t found a channel that I get excited to see the next video like I have with yours for a long time. Keep it up buddy and enjoy!
Hi Alex, Don't listen to anyone that tries to bring negative energy into your space. I discovered your videos a week or two ago when I just started my journey on planting my own vegetables but I realized your channel is more than that, it's about the experiences of life and disconnecting from the hustle and bustle that is life. We all get o caught up worrying about living pay check to pay check forgetting life is meant to be enjoyed and cherished. The small things that we take for granted are what make life so beautiful, peaceful and wholesome. Thank you mate. This is me all from the way in South Africa mind you. Keep it up and keep the content flowing.
External thermal blankets for the windows are the way to go for keeping the heat in. External is better than internal because it will keep the glass warmer and prevent condensation building up on the inside of the glass.
He's correct there. Wind on glass and sheet metal is an ideal refrigerator. Get a thick fabric car cover and cut it so you can open the rear hatch when it is fitted. It can get wet and it elastics on the car tightly.
I'm a 30 random guy from Brazil that are completely amazed by your videos. You are such a lovely person, I wish all the best for you!!
I love that you wake up so early in sunrise, the best start of the day seeing everything waking up
Yep it’s your life & you live it how you want to live it!!! You don’t get another chance so do what makes you happy as you said your not hurting anybody I can appreciate what you do good luck sir
Alex! Carry on living your best life! People are learning from your experiences. More importantly we are enjoying watching your journey. Honestly take no notice! Keep on being you.
alex, you contribute so much to the society I'm going through very tough times and I love watching you videos
If your mechanic friend can help, having a little switch to kill the day time running lights on the car will help massively while you've got the car running/heating going, means you're not giving your location away or blinding anyone else nearby when it's late/early.
For covering your windows for privacy, try getting a sheet of rigid foamboard insulation, maybe 1" thick or so... cut it to fit snug, and then either paint them nice, or cover them with fabric. then they are easy-in easy-out lightweight, and insulating.
Alternatively Alex could get some kind of thick drapes material and velcro it around the windows, this way when they wouldn't be in use they would take up much less room. Wouldn't be as good of an insulator as foamboard though.
Anyone that loves and keeps Bee's is high up on helping society! Don't ever change! Awesome young man! Great camper converion too :D
as a person whos a bit of an odd bod myself who like just being out doors its nice to see someone else ignoring what others say and just making the most of what you have keep it up 👍
Funny, when I was out walking with my family yesterday and passing a ton of wild garlic I said that you could make wild garlic pesto with it.... must be a sign! I might have to pop back today for some!
Keep up the great content Alex!
Yeah go for it, it's really tasty!
Alex mate don't allow others to put you down. You are living your best life, keep up the good work and enjoy the journey while you are young.
The stove problem might be because of the cold. I'm guessing that you're using butane, it has problems with cold performance and pretty much stops working once you get down to freezing temperatures. Campers/hikers tend to use Isobutane fuel for cold weather camping as it will work down slightly lower (down to about -11C) but I've only ever seen Isobutane fuels in those tiny bottles that is used with pocket stoves (Jetboil and MSR Pocket Rocket type stoves). If your stove can also use propane that would solve the problem, propane works well below what isobutane will do. Might need to search and see if a propane adaptor will work for your stove or you might need to buy a new stove that uses propane. Since it's car camping, you probably have plenty of room for those 1 pound propane canisters.
@@niche.quiche It's not that economical for me to replace propane with MAPP. I can buy a 1-pound (16 ounces) bottle of propane for $5 while a bottle of MAPP (14 ounces) is $13, it's a pretty substantial price difference. The savings using a 20 pound propane bottle and an adapter is even more substantial than that. I'm also not going to be using it anywhere near the temperature (-43F) when propane stops working so that's not even a consideration. At or near freezing is the lowest temperature usage consideration.
I'd just go with the good old trusty coleman style petrol stove,works in pretty much any temperature and is just as cheap or cheaper to run.
Coleman petrol all the way
your right Alex don't be told what you can and can't do you obviously love sharing your adventures...Look forward to the next one👍
Great stuff Alex !! you are definitely in the "Asset column" in this beautiful world :) :) :)
What you are doing is increasing your happiness and ours too. It's fun to watch you enjoy yourself. I love car camping, too. Keep on living the way that you like to live.
Keep doing it mate! If you ask any one of their death bed what their biggest regret is? Working less and enjoying life more!
Most people get caught up in lifestyle creep and mortgage, kids, car payments. If you can sacrifice these indulgences then you can enjoy your freedom.
Keep exploring and growing
been providing solid entertainmet and education for years, nothing but appreciation and respect for the direction, one of the only channels I watch as soon as they upload along with Carl's and a few others
Instead of wooden frames velcroed on you can buy thermal insulated window covers which attach with suctikn pads 👍
I really do admire the fact that you've pushed on this far, Alex. Really enjoying your channel
Glad you enjoy it!
You’ll often find vitriolic comments come from problems within the individual commenting. In this case, the guy probably feels he has wasted his life and feels worthless. I wouldn’t worry about it Alex. You do you mate 👍🏻
Man that sunrise (and also the view in the evening looking out at that weather)!! Even though I can imagine it was bloomin freezin that looked like a worth while experience.
You do you❣️❣️❤️🇺🇸 Keep growing, love watching you find your way. Stay kind and grateful. Live your best life. I applaud you for defining your own life. Stay open to advice like you do, my grandfather said “take peoples advice like cafeteria food, take what you want and leave the rest.”😁
A tip.... you could use elastic binders between those handles on the sealing .... 4 total, 2 parallell and 2 in XShape.
You can stack fishing gear in there or blankets or your matras
This is a really interesting to watch. Love your content and your "let's just have a go at it" attitude. Makes for some good watching. Keep doing what your doing there's always gonna be a someone dishing out negative comments because they got nothing else better to do!
Glad you enjoy it!
And your spot on, the best thing you can do with your life….is enjoy it
Just keep being a decent lad. We need more like you.
I love the new set up! I also love how your videos are not just about the setup, but you also include some gourmet cooking 😀 Wild food foraging sounds so much fun!
Alex, im in my 50's, and all my life I've done things for other people, employers, colleagues and even so called friends, and very rarely for myself. I wish I had the balls to do what you are doing when I was younger. Do what you want with your life and and as you said as long as you are not hurting anyone, sod the nay sayers and enjoy what you do, you are a long time dead.
Keep doing what you are doing. Total respect.
Alex, I am seriously loving your channel! It seems to go where the wind blows, which just keeps me guessing. I honestly look forward to new posts on this channel more than any other! Let the handful of troll comments roll off. You’re getting POSITIVE comments by the hundreds (or even thousands already). Keep on listening to your heart. We’ll keep enjoying the videos.
Thanks so much for this comment, means a lot!
love your videos ...love youre enthusiasm in live and commitment to your projects...everyone makes their own way in live....thanks for posting.
I am disgusted by how people can be so negative u have done so much for me and many others I love nature because you and your fishing videos got me going fishing again and really help my mental health so keep going and never stop
I wish I can do what you're doing. Thanks for sharing it with us! I enjoy watching your car camping videos.
alex your being an amazing youtuber that makes vids that i look forward for every week ( im sure theres a person with a serious condition that puts a smile on there face when the see a new video from you! )
So satisfying to watch. I love wild garlic, it grows everywhere on my fishing stretch and the pesto you can made of it is very beloved. Much love from austria, cheers mate.
Alex produces the content I didn't know I wanted to watch until I watch it and want more 😅
I only discovered your channel a few weeks ago and I think it’s brilliant. I find your videos very relaxing and very inspiring so you are doing a great job in society mate. All the best
That pestle and mortar action would of looked so dodgy from the outside passer bys... 😂👀
What you've taught people with this is, amongst others ..... Adapt and overcome. You've persevered with your less than ideal car situation and achieved what set out to do, convert a small car into living space that you can use, keep your head up bro 👍 something to note, as you get higher up the cold temperatures at sea level are even lower, I'm sure yu know this already but it's easy to forget about things like that in the moment
I think what you're doing is actually really clever, your starting off at the (very minimal & basic) beginning. As you grow you can make more videos and provide viewers with a "timeline" a story to follow, something to look forward to, and for potential new viewers to look back on. But also you maximise your video content potential.
Imagine you started with a full camper van... you'd instantly lose the sense of growth & experience.
Initially I did think, oh man he's not doing any research and is coming off a bit hap hazard with a hint (don't hate me) of "cba" lol ...but just because that's not how I'd do it, doesn't mean it's not the right way.
Then I realised you're learning as you go and bringing us along for the ride.
I can't wait to see the growth in the future. Keep up the good work!
P.s. if you live life without a direction then you're not limited on where you can go ;)
Nice one fella.Dont worry about what anyone else thinks. Do what makes you happy.And the person that picked on you should stop and think. As you and your brother have made posative changes in lots of peoples lives..xx
Hi Alex! Really enjoying the new videos, haters gonna hate, but can’t imagine they’re the ones contributing much to society.
I’ve made many great memories just throwing some gear in the van and heading off without much of a plan. It’s good for your soul and that’s all that matters mate.
Dear Alex, I agree with your logic and reasoning. Keep up with the "not hurting anyone" and "finding fun" purposes in your life, or just Be You. We're all learning. Look forward to your next life adventure 👍
Thanks!
This is a pretty fun series of videos 😀 😃
I love ur sunny pillow cover!!! It’s so wholesome & lovely. I hope u keep it for long times to come
This is looking brilliant, except for the cooking facilities…. Lol 😂 any negative comments are just because they’re jealous they haven’t this opportunity. Go for it mate I can’t wait to see where this leads 👍🤘
For the windows... just a cheap roll of heat reflecting foil that you can tape behind your heaters in the house.
It has a foam side and a reflective side
Also for windows, grab some hook and loop tape from screwfix, with some cheap black out fabric, and you could easily make detachable "velcro" blinds
Love the tiny camper aswell
I watched the last 3 of your Car camping Videos, and let me tell you I'm inspired 👏. I love the idea, and it's definitely something I'm going to look at doing in the future.
You are definitely contributing to society, I mean you are inspiring me and many others👏
Totally amazing Alex, could you make a shelf to fit where the parcel shelf would go and mount some boxes up on there for easy access and make more room on the floor space to use ? I am an old time camper and have seen people come up with simple but brilliant ideas, windows can be covered with blackout fabric and use rubber suckers to hold them to the windows, just simple ideas do work and at a very low amount of money, just my thoughts really hoping that might help inspire you on further, you enjoy your life and do things as you want, works for me. Kind regards.
The garlic flowers are delicious too. 😊
Living a dream ❤️ thanks for sharing it with us 👍
Nicely done! What you need is some blackout window covers which also help insulate them. Also consider putting some removable insulation under the woodwork.
Do what makes you happy Alex. Enjoying the videos.
Cheers, I will!
For your window problem you should look at getting some Celotex or Kingspan insulation, you can cut it to size easily with a saw and you could seal the edges with ductape and attach some of those window suckers to put them up. That way it will block out the light give you some privacy and it will insulate your car also.
There are suction cup blackout blinds that may help. Love seeing your adventures!
That butane burner is the business. All around life saver. Ive used them to cook eggs and even bistro sandwiches at an old job. The gas doesnt like the cold apparantly. I just learned that from steve wallis so im sharing with you hahah! Thanks for the great movies!
I completely agree, it doesn’t matter what you do in your life as long as it brings you happiness and joy that’s all that matters. I think this is a great idea, would definitely say the next step would be some sort of curtains? Keep on camping Alex
if we're not harming anyone, and we are a Joy and Happiness creator...it means Joy, Happiness created, at zero cost...in business terms thats all revenue and zero loss....Alex is awesome! You are too, Dan
I wont type a remark on my own but if anyone or Alex gets to read this I hope you know your worth Alex!
Like not in a therapy or Self Help blanket terms "you know your worth" but in the real sense, you really create worth!
Rock on Alex!
You are awesome too, for leaving such positive words, rock on Dan!
I rather enjoy all of your new videos. You are doing things that make you happy and that’s all that matters. You are at a point in your life where you’re able to try new things and figure out a life path. Rock on brother !! Much love from Canada !
Thank you so much!
Nice set up Alex, looks nice and cosy in there, how about trying to make a system that hangs over the back door sill for doing the cooking on .the boot door could act as the cover from rain .
winter sleeping bag and good ol wool blanket are darn irreplaceable for low temp camping ;). love your setup, keep it up :)
Amazing love what you’re doing with what you have. Keep it up!
Thanks for posting Alex, really look forward to hearing from you. Life is short my friend enjoy yourself. Regards Simon.
Great Vid Alex, really impressed with how the car turned out mate. all the best.
Thanks 👍
No matter what you do there will always be one that has to be negative!! Long as your following your heart and your enjoying yourself that's what's important. I'm really enjoying your content so keep up the great work 💪
You are absolutely right! You are educating people about a lot of things they will never encounter. They should be pleased with you. I am, I like to watch whatever you are posting! You are not chasing ideas to be a millionaire, you are not harming others, you are an amazing person!
I am so excited to see the next episode already I AM LOVING THIS!!!
keep on keeping on my man! I think its super cool what you are doing, keep living the dream
Cheers John!
Re being directionless, I couldn’t agree with your comments more - as long as you aren’t hurting anyone you can do whatever you like. But as others have commented your experiments, travels and videos all have value. Thanks for sharing 😊
Rollo done some brilliant work there
Loving this project, living the dream!
yes mate, do what you want with your time, you are living your best life, I absolutely love car camping, my top tip, don't underestimate a good hot water bottle xx
I love the commitment to the nightstand. I don't think I could ever cook in my car. I'm not a good cook and definitely not a neat and tidy one lol.
I'd love to see you go back to this build. I think the bed needs a latch system at the front half so you can access underneath it. Your storage space needs some work and maybe a better way to cook. If possible, a roof rack with one of those storage box things would be really good and would clear up that inside space for you to possible make a kitchen. Otherwise it's actually a really neat lil space and that bed looks great.
Brilliant episode brother 👏 I've followed you and your brother for years .... love what your doing .... taking us on your journey...... and gotta,say its quite a journey so far .....keep it up pal ..... ps found some wild garlic near by my house and I dug some up and re planted it at home ...... absolutely live the taste and smell of it ....we used it on our roast potatoes .. flowers mostly and they where amazing 👏
Hi Alex, great video again, I’ve seen people use laminate flooring insulation the one like foam with a foil back to use to fit to the windows it hold’s itself in place when cut to size and you can store it easily 👍🏻
Excellent video young man. Love your vision and the way you are living a full life. Very inspiring.
Put a lid on the pan next time and gas sucks in cold temps. Also ignore the comments like that. You are super young and you’ve got your own car, your own place, your own TH-cam channel that makes an income, your own damn bee hive and grow your own food. You are super productive and care an intense amount about the world around you. How anybody could think you are directionless is beyond me.
Just found your channel recently and binged all your videos. Provided me with plenty of useful information and entertainment. And you seem like a genuinely good person, rare these days, keep at it Alex. Nothing matters we will all be in the same position one day. No matter who you are.
Get yourself some wind deflectors so you can crack the windows open a little at night and make yourself some window covers it really helps keep the heat in and moisture out. I did 14 nights in Scotland in my vw polo in a similar setup!