Micro Camper Cheap N Easy Small car conversion Wiltshire Man
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This is a very simple project to do but will be a great addition to my camping portfolio.
The ability to travel, park and sleep comfortably in a car anywhere is a big advantage.
I hope you enjoy this video and it gives you some ideas. You can probably create your own simple car micro camper and do an even better job than I did for not a lot of money.
In total my Micro Camper conversion cost me around £120 Cheap cheap cheap and very practical
All music used in the video was downloaded from the TH-cam creator studio
Music titles:
"Communicator"
"Forgiven fate"
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So basically, instead of a "Tiny House", you have created a luxurious "Tiny Tent" - perfect! 😊
I shall try it out tonight Dan, and the wife wants to try it tomorrow. Not enough room for two so if the wife wnats to come on my journeys she and the dog will stay in the car and I'll pitch a tent next door
My van is 500 euro a year to tax
Being a camper/backpacker myself the idea of sleeping in my car converted doesn't seem a bad choice at all and with this simple and inexpensive conversion tutorial I am excited to have the option now. Great video, thanks!
Excellent! Well done. If length ends up being a bit tight, you could move the cook station to the drivers seat when you park up and alter the sleeping base to allow you to sleep diagonally to gain a few extra inches.
I love the simplicity of your build! Thanks for sharing your ideas with us.
Ingenious! That'll be a very cosy refuge at the end of a walk. Inspirational!
Brilliant!!! I look forward to seeing your new ‘camper’ in use , very ingenious...
A man after my own heart, keep it simple Sandy. I use a plastic bedpan when nature calls, small enough to slide under the front seat.
Great project Sandy, I look forward to seeing you use it
I think that Micro Camper project came out really well! Quick and easy conversion and a great Base Camp to be used as a jumping off point for much deeper adventures which you can stock pile up some reserves to resupply to continue on. Great job! My Grandfather had converted a few vehicles over the years when I was young and we did many adventures using a similar setup.
Great job Sandy. I have done a bit of this in the past, once for a month in my own vehicle, doing just what you're planning to - create a mobile base for your outings. I found a few things out.
1) If police or others see those silver blinds, they know you're in there 'camping', and will harass you to leave. A lot of places in the US frown upon this, which is ridiculous, but it happens. I found that painting the side facing the exterior flat black made my windows look 'blacked out' and drew less attention.
2) Even if it were an Overlanding trip, where all exploration is done by 4x4, I took along a rucksack with all essentials to 'walk it out' in case of vehicular break-down - canteens, sleeping kit, food, etc, just like you normally would have. Yes, you should 'normally' stick with the vehicle, but in some cases if you are in an area where there isn't much traffic, you might have to still consider walking out of there for help. Keep your cell on charge all the time in the vehicle too as coverage might be spotty, or none at all in which case your cell could run dead pinging like mad to try to find a tower.
3) For warmer months, create some mosquito/midge screens for a couple of your windows for ventilation. I found that if I made them to fit between the top of the frame, and the top of the window, I could roll up the window slowly and get a tight fit there. That way you can also make them whatever height you wish as well, if you only want to vent a few inches from the top, you just make them as wide as your window, and a few inches tall, and roll the window up to tighten. This also keeps people from just breaking through your screen and opening your vehicle (security). These will also help with condensation in winter months if you choose to do this at that time as well.
4) Took a military sleeping bag with me and a couple of wool blankets. Cars are really not insulated for living in, so you might get a bit colder.
5) A way to keep your perishable food cool is essential. For longer trips, and if you are going to be doing this often, I suggest an electric unit, and a dual battery setup. I would look at the National Luna kit out of South Africa, they're solid.
Ok I have given 3 cents more than my alotted 2, I hope you don't mind.
All the best, and have a good time :-)
Cool tips there Nicholas. I will try painting the silver dark and see if it works. Food provisions will be purchased frequently and also cans will stay fresh for months. I think all will be good
@@WiltshireMan Just cover it in the black Gorilla tape or similar - works a treat and can also cover any edges that still allow light out too.
Great set up Sandy. I'm looking forward to your video of the first trip out in the camper.
I, too, have a small car and have been looking for ideas to quickly convert it to a tiny camper. You've provided me with a few ideas for me to try. I think I'll cover the platform with automotive or indoor/outdoor carpet. Thanks Sandy!
Sandy, what I like about your conversion, is it looks like almost anyone could do it. Brilliant and you still have a proper car over after, well done mate.
Love the minimalist design ! So many car conversions on youtube require a lot of expertise and tools - this shows what can be done simply and relatively quickly. Well done !
Thanks for a fun little video Sandy, I have made over many vans, pick up trucks, and station wagons over the last 50 plus years, my first was a 1961 Ford Econoline back in 1967, the most fun was a 1981 Datsun king cab pickup 5 speed diesel 55 miles to the gallon I still have it in the yard, I have had maybe 20 over the years some were motorhomes and full van conversions, but the most fun were the ones I put together myself, I ran them from White Horse in Yukon and Yellowknife in the northwest territories into Mexico and most places in between, today I run a 2001 Honda Odyssey. now you can get out on the open road and make us so great road videos with your new setup!
Great little conversion there Sandy. I love those stoves we use them for family camping.
Thats a great idea, i really like it. You can tell lots of your ideas have evolved through experience. I thoroughly enjoyed that video. Thanks. Happy camping 👍
I look forward to see your new adventures in your micro camper
It looks fab, Sandy. Well done! You are an inspiration.
Thanks Richard. I can't wait to use it. It's very practical
Absolutely brilliant all ready for your adventures 👍 real cozy👍👍👍
Another great little video Sandy, thanks for sharing, only one problem though, you've put another idea in to my head......Stay well. Chris.
Hey fantastic stuff Sandy! I did the same with my Skoda, I use it for fishing trips.. a couple of things I did Sandy was to get some of those wind/rain deflectors that got on the windows so you can have the windows cranked down slightly at night to aid ventilation without rain/wind getting in. I also string a bit of cord accross the middle of the car between the front passenger and drivers grab handle. I can then just throw a blanket etc o we it to provide privacy from the front. Looks awesome already looking forward to seeing your adventures.
Thats a good idea John on the rain/ window deflectors. I'm going to try sleeping in it tonight and tomorrow the wife will give it a try. Whoever sleeps in the car gets to sleep with the dog. Not enough space for two people but it's cost me next to nothing so I can't complain.
I like iT Sandy!🙌Awesome mod!!💪👍 You built up some useful ideas. Brilliant!
Inspirational in its minimalism and inventiveness. Life well lived is about focussing on the small things, paying attention and enjoying perfecting the details in the stillness. As ever, love your videos - thank you :-)
Thanks:) Yes minimalism is a good way to go
Simple idea, great execution, have fun in your one man camper!
To be happy and content with minimalist gear is a great gift. Hope you have many happy trips in your mini camper. Just need a name for it.
Nice set up, Mister. Well done. Thanks for sharing.
What a fantastic setup! I love the cabinet for all your cooking/washing up gear. I have a Peugeot 306 hatch that I have slept in the back of a few times (I always throw a basic camping setup in the back of the car when heading to festivals etc). Bit of a pinch, but one of the plus points of being 5ft 2. I think I will make one of those cabinets so that Mr M and I can have very civilised picnics when the weather improves. The Polish army bed roll is very tempting too! Happy travels in Wiltshire Man's Mobile Metal Tent.
Amazing loving your channel husband and I watched most of them was so impressed with your walks and wild camping just brilliant
Glad you like them Debbie
Got the same car, similar stove and plenty of camping gear, you have given me some great idea`s
Fantastic Sandy, what an inspired idea
This was a cracking find. Have been thinking about doing something similar to my C4 Picasso. You have inspired me.
Hi sandy. love the channel. You are very talented
Gentleman. This channel goes from strength to strength
With fantastic variety of subjects. Thank you so much.
Old dave.
Absolutely brilliant design and build! You’re inspiring me to get back in the outdoors. I’ve gotten older and I thought camping was over for me. Happily, I find I’m wrong! I can even afford this too! Thanks.
I'm sure you could keep up Sojourneying for a while longer yet with a simple Micro Camper convertion:)
Great setup Sandy you will have many adventures in it
I’ve watched your videos for years and for you this is definitely glamping! Great little camper, you’ll have to remember to leave a window open so you can still wake up to the dawn chorus, atb Shaun
The evolution of the Wiltshire Man 😊. I have one of those stoves and they work really well. The flame does struggle a bit when the canister gets below half full so a shake is required to perk it up. I look forward to seeing you out and about Sandy on your maiden car camp voyage 😊. Paul 👍😊
I never thought of this. I have a Ford smax. Im definitely getting it sorted for bad weather camps with my dog 🐕
Excellent idea.
Good luck with your new project.
Nice little camper well done
Thumbs up for this inspiring video! This is unquestionably the most practical and efficient, yet elegant solutions for a small car / camper conversion I've seen on the internet. It is often said that the best solutions are the simplest - and from what I've seen here, I can tell you are a man who thinks things through and then proceeds to execute your brilliant ideas with relish, adjusting and improvising as you realize each component. I'm an American, and must confess that simply watching the application of your often humorous intelligence moved me to point of getting a little misty-eyed. I am not alone in the universal recognition of simple and effective ingenuity!
Thanks, your comment made me smile:) My camper conversion is as you say very simple and straight forward but it works OK
Ive wanted to turn a little car into a camper for ages. It's such a good idea, fuel efficient little camper.
Its a micro tin tent on wheels love it. Looking forward to your new adventures in it. Catching up after a busy weekend.
Nice job Sandy. As you say, compared to how you have camped in the past Absolute luxury.
Enjoy the ride mate 👍
Great Video.
Doing this to my Ford Escape small SUV
To start my new adventure
Brilliant bro, yes those gas stoves are great as I have 2. I keep one in my vehicle and one in the house if the power goes off, that extra hose for them you have is something I have not seen before. Hope you have many days of pleasure using your car like that. Safe travels over Easter
Well done amazing! Enjoy your trips
Thanks Andy
Great job! I look forward to seeing it in action.
I'm deeply impressed. Excellent job, mate. 👍 Atb, Hal
I’ve just done similar with my A6 Avant. I bought a £2 windscreen frost/sun cover from Aldi to cover the front, works great.
Nice job Sandy i was thinking about some strong velcro on curtains to block the windows easy to put up and take down, I'm looking forward to seeing your trips in it.👍
Nice one Sandy looking good. Nice and simple.
Very ingenious ! Looks very cosy.
I work for VW at one of their commercial vehicle Dealers and you would be surprised how many vans have been converted in a similar ways to yours.
I notices your set square as you were measuring up the timber i have a similar one i made at school and i still use it 40 years latter.
Thank you for sharing (:
Good thinking, I look forward to seeing it in use.
Another Wiltshire Man Masterpiece!
Noel
A great economical idea Sandy, good job 👍
What a cracking idea! Looking forward to seeing the first outing.
It will make a great /P shack too Robert
Very true! Ideal!
Great video Sandy. I've spent a few nights car camping in the back of my old VW Passat Estate. I didn't have a level bed like that. You've inspired me to rig something like this up. The biggest problem I found was inadequate ventilation. Modern cars are pretty much completely sealed. It gets all very misted up and damp with everything closed. If you crack all the windows an inch that's fine, but then the rain comes in. There is a solution available for the VW T5 van that cracks the tailgate open an inch and a half. if the wind isn't too bad/in the right direction, that stays rainproof apparently. I'm gonna try and engineer that for mine.
Excellent little RV ya got there. For hand washing etc there is a clear plastic rectangular container in 2 sizes with a large fill cap and little spigot that will stay running when you open it. Made for lemonade etc for large home gatherings is great for camping. Also, for window screen, you can get a roll, cut in oversized and attach them to the outside of vehicle windows with magnets. Leaves you the ability to roll up windows if rain comes during the night. Those rug- mats are a great idea. Enjoy!
I’ve done similar with my C1. Brilliant idea.
Great flexibility there Sandy, will afford you some great adventures. Brilliant innovation. Harry
Very nice setup
Awesome , thanks for the tips , might have a go in the future. 👍
Can't wait to see a car camping video another great video keep it up 👍👍👍👍👍
Loved thus video...you are doing things on a budget and great ideas you have..,your channel always interesting to watch ...keep good work up
Awesome little project well done mate 🔥🔥
Inventive and creative solution to extending some of your adventures-Well done Sandy 👍
Thanks James, it is very cosy:) I like it
Love the concept,
Looking forward to see you on camping trips in that.
Cheers
Thats a grand set up, its all you need and no more.....Well done.
Love it 😊!
Thank you for sharing
Great job! Looking forward to seeing you use it 🙃
Nice set up, Sandy! 👍🏻🙂
Funny what shows up on the YT algorithm Sandy! Ive just bought a Skoda Roomster and looking to put a single bed in it to allow me to go and spend the night working portable. Thanks for the ideas.
Have, like many of your responders also thought about doing this. I’ve got a c4 grand Picasso so shouldn’t struggle for room. This looks like a great opportunity for a small cottage industry to make bespoke removable camper units for these types of vehicles. Looking forwards to you testing it out.
Ok in good weather! A bit cold off season though . Enjoy your travels 😘
This is a great idea we'll done hope to see it in some camping videos soon
Great camper Sandy! 👍
Looking forward to seeing a bit of camping in this 👍
Looks good Sandy, great for those sunrise shots in the future :)
That darn back one is trouble for sure. Lol. Great job.
Good work Sandy like it 👍🏻
Great work.👏👏👏
Loving the bathmat idea for hips and lower back padding! Really novel and low-cost. Impressive how you made the bed plank and sink / storage furniture fit perfectly too! Liked and subbed.
Thanks Chris
its great seeing car camping videos of how others car camp etc
i lived in a car for nearly 2 years and really enjoyed the way of life
you could sell those cooking stove cupboards
but when you compare car camping to wild camping etc eg people accept wild camping as a thing etc but people dont accept car camping so much but by comparing the two it does make car camping seem luxurios in conparrison
Def inspired me i cant wait to see how you get on with your travels
It was easy to do Christine and will be a huge asset for me
I've done something very similar for weekend trips but I use a futon z bed. Happy trails.
Good Job. Stay Safe. Thanks for sharing.
Thankyou:)
well done sandy makes a great base camp. Hugh
love the simple build : )
Awesome video buddy, some good ideas there for my van when I go fishing 👍👍
Very nice. It inspires me to turn my SUV into a camper
Great build. In my tiny Citroen C15 van I roll the driver's seat down to get into the rear and leave my feet in the front. Lots more room
Sandy this is a fabulous idea!! Took the dogs to Nuns Cross today and thought of you walking in that terrible weather that time with your friends! That was one of the first videos I saw of ' walking on Dartmoor!' Love your videos Sandy☺
I've had some very stormy experiences at Nuns cross. Beautiful place though:)
Great job
Well done excellent job. Small can be beautiful we converted a Toyota previer earlier in the year and we are very pleased with it
I like your video along with the music overlay, I also like your suitcase stove mine is without what looks to be a EN417 hose (envy) I worry over the cheap hairspray can's nozzle fit (bad coflagration event)
I thought my Kia Sorento would be a simple fit with fishing bed but soon found it left little room (out of a bare 36") and an uneven floor re-introduced my housemaid knee complain (1st fitting 6'2" Electrician) . I'm presently at my Phase 1 build experiment, a 4fold plywood bed, homebrew 4piece mattress, the rear seats having regretably removed, and a cheap plastic 3draw for storage.
Splendid idea Sandy 😎👍 ATB
Brilliant what a good idea sample and makes sense polish roll mat different look for 1 of them