My gf and I broke up. Really really rough break up. Now I’m living in my car and I owe her money for the last month of rent and the $1,400 to end the lease early. I was out of work when this went down but now I’m gonna be getting paid good at a warehouse with 24 hour parking. I honestly might just keep doing this as long as I can. $1,200 a year for car insurance beats $1,200 a month for an apartment.
Oh dude, that is a rough situation, and it sounds pretty sudden! Congratulations on the job though! It sounds like you can make things work while you figure everything out. Best wishes to you! You got this!
out of all the videos about living in a car this one is the one that just gives you the basics not all that extra stuff that make the process so overwhelming. just the basics no clutter.
thank you.. now i don't feel so stupid living out of my old es 96 lexus sedan.... glad i'm not the only one who is struggling here.. and good to know it when you're not alone. ps. i cannot stand living at my parents so i leave.
Somebody else in the same boat! I feel very uncomfortable sleeping in the room at my dads house so this is my plan 😅 I hope you’re doing better and were able to get out of that
@@andy-moss tbh its insane im using that rent money 50/50 half is being saved the other half goes towards my car im literally paying it off twice as fast and I still have money for small adventures
@@ronpeltz1717 yeah iv managed to save 10,000 in 7 months and still paying 1000 for my car a month soon I'll have it paid off and will be looking for a home to buy 😀
Going to college next year and the living costs are very expensive (rent is like 1500k a month for a studio), I have no choice but to live in my car for the next 2/3years
Do what you can to find the housing group on Facebook for your school. You can make a post to vanboard in someone’s driveway or side yard preferably so you can have the plumbing and food storage of a home and sleep in your car for $150-300 a month. I’m at UCSB and tons of students do that. Everyone’s driveways are full lol
Your video helped me out a lot thank you!!! I’ve been uncomfortable sleeping cause I’m 6”1 but once I folded my back seats it became heaven thank you 😊😊
@@DreamingDarlin I've done that. Woke up in the middle of the night having a panic attack... that's how I figured out I was claustrophobic 🤣 I started using a memory foam pad for my backseat tho. the way she laid messes up your back the way the seats drop off. I highly recommend a padding of some sort to put there.
You have such a lovely personality. Made me feel ready to start living in my car. I'm doing it by choice but kinda forced at the same time. I live with my family still but am 22 years old. Dad is moody and strict, sister sides with him, and I need a place of my own. My job isn't the best work money wise but I love my job. I couldn't imagine a more enjoyable one honestly. I do know what kind of car to get now (thanks to this video)! But do you know any four door sedans slightly longer and bigger inside? I'm 6 foot tall and I doubt the Cavalier would fit me even with the trick you showed me. Please let me know, and hope you're having a good day or night, whatever time it is!
I see this as a great temporary solution to get out of debt and save for a motor home. I hang canvas bags over the front seat headrests and another one in between them.
Trust me it's not easy, you have to be very well prepared and equipped for this lifestyle. It's also gonna get boring real quick so think twice. Unless your doing so to save money or something don't do it! Especially if your still young and not at least 21years old
@@chimpodabananalover4031 it doesn't bother me I have a suv with a mattress in the back car wifi and I started trading options and other side gigs so im never broke if your entrepreneurial its not but for a regular joe I can see how u can get bored
Thank you, great video. I have decided to give notice where I'm living and to live in my car so this was really helpful. I stayed in my car last weekend after being fed up with having to drive back to the same location every day lol. My work is moving and I'll have to move closer but the rent is unaffordable even to live with others which I can't do because I'm so allergic to fragrances and chemicals and are common in every house. So after realizing that I can live by myself, save for a larger vehicle, be close to work, and wake up wherever I want, it's all I can think about!
Your super sweet and it was informative, but I'm so nervous, you make jt seem okay, but I'm super scared , it's not by choice for me so its so scary and I'm researching but you were a positive I site to give me hope Ty
Thank you for sharing your story!! Yeah it's definitely a nerve wracking situation, esp when it's not by choice. I'm sure you're clever enough to figure out what you need and how to make it work! :-) you got this!! Good luck!
I stumbled on your channel and am enjoying your original content. I have been prepping my truck the last few months to camp/live out of. Just extended camping for now to see if its something I'm interested in. Maybe live later if I love it. Your videos have been an excellent insight into your experiences and I appreciate you sharing those with the youtubers. Hopefully I can remember some of that knowledge when I'm on the road. If not I'll just have to watch all of your videos again. Keep on being your quirky, awkward, awesome self!
thank you for the kind words, jason!! i'm glad you found my videos helpful :-) if you do end up living in your truck, i hope you have a great experience! and yes i will always be awkward and awesome lol ty
I read you should keep your electronics on airplane mode when your car is unattended, as ppl with scanners can break in your car KNOWING EXACTLY WHERE your laptop/phone ARE! I bought a 4 inch gel foam bunk mattress pad at Camping World. You can get a lot of helpful items at Camping World.
You can get an ereader for books. I know many people say they like to hold a real book. I never use to think I would love using an ereader but once I bought one, it was like people got their Nintendo and I’ve got my ereader. I use to work in travel so this way I can bring all my books with me everywhere I go
The problem with alot of sedans is that the back seats when folded down aren't leveled. There is a gap between where the folded back seats starts and where the trunk is. What are are you using where it fold flat all the way through?
I just had my sleeping pad on it to cushion it up. My sedan wasn't completely flat, but it felt good enough for me. You may be able to stuff the gap with old towels/blankets
I’ve been doing it for the past 2 years in mesa az, But you still need a homebase.. po Box or storage unit..Unless all you have is you’re clothing.. You will not be able to carry insurance or Registration without an address in most states.. which means you’re not going anywere legally ...And don’t get pulled over they will take your vehicle... I find it more comfortable to be sitting in the driver seat while sleeping...You’ll get used to it.. always have pillows
"without bound - perspectives on mobile living" on RUclips is a fantastic video you might like. Thanks for the tips. I have my own apartment and I've chosen to live in a van 😂 freedom
I lived in my suv for 2 years with no kind of ahead preparations. I put most of my belongings in storage, and took showers at the truck stop. I worked full time but it was not glamorous. I was scared at times of the not knowing. And being alone played on my major depression and anxiety.
thank you for sharing your story! i really appreciate it and can relate. when i lived in my car, one of the hardest parts was dealing with the anxiety and the insecurity of it all. it's definitely challenging and i hope you're happier with your current living situation
Hey you did a great job with this I’m listening to it the day after I found out I’m going to have to be living in my car in one week so you gave me a lot of confidence to make me realize that hey I can do this so thank you. Also I wanted to ask do you use any kind of covers for the windows at night?
Hi, just wanted to know which sedans have the lever that’s pulls down the seats to make room. I was looking for something exactly like that since I don’t have the tools to pull the seats completely out of a car. Thanks!
hey, i don't know a big list unfortunately. this one specifically is a chevy cavalier. give it a quick google and you should be able to find more options!
Great tips & most real, no hoopla video! Love that, but what happened to all u stuffed in the trunk, and when u folded the seat down to stretch ur legs?
I thought about removing the passenger seat since I don't have anyone. It's such space, and a little bit of tint for your windows also, get a damn gun, it's like a condom, better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it. Get a sleeping bag for those -20F nights. A (two, 2L) thermos would be cool too for waters in the middle of the night, also, fill the other one with hot water, then pour it in a jug when you need extra heat inside the sleeping bag. As for those late night poops, it's the gas station. Best of luck
andymoss how do you refrigerate things tho ? Let’s say I buy chicken to cook it on the gas stove but I have left over for like the next day. And summer if it gets hot. Those two are only the problem I see
I’ll be sleeping in my car pretty soon as my life sucks as hell especially with inconsiderate neighbors who love blasting music at 7ish am. I cussed them out and now I don’t wanna live at my parents cause their dam crazy. Living in the car is tough but I will at least be able to sleep in peace. I just hope I don’t get robbed. I gotta buy some stuff to protect myself.
I like the idea of sleeping in the drivers seat. That way, if any creeps try to get in the car, I can just start the motor and drive away. Can't do that if you are sleeping in the back.
I feel so much less weird about living in my car. First night, wish me luck!
good luck Scott
How is it going? 3 months in, I’m curious.
Good luck
Wow! I wish i have a car 😂😂 I'm dreaming a van life actually
@@dt3375 aweee that's so sweet 🥰😂
Homeless? Not at all, car is home if you want 😂
I'm just about to be homeless for a while so thank you for the tips! ❤️
Stay safe and do your best!! I'm sure you'll get through just fine
Were in this together ❤
I feel your pain I live in my truck as well may god be with you were In this together
Love yall
Me too. Gonna be a lot of out there soon, I think.
Imagine never paying rent again just buy a Mercedes with all that extra cash and flex like crazy. Nobody has to know you live in the back haha
Great idea! I think doing this in a Cybertruck is the ultimate move
@@CHIKEMAN cybertrucks are ass
@Roger Komula better yet get a Bentley or a Rolls-Royce.
😂😂😂😂
@@CHIKEMAN plus it now has a camper add on!
Thank you! My parents are about to kick me out and I never knew a car could be such a saver
Damn, dude, I hope you make the best of your situation. Glad you found this helpful. Stay strong and keep going!!
If you are under eighteen, it is illegal to kick u out.
I just don't understand how parents can do that? is this normal in your country?
@@shilah4094 Woah...so weird...
I live in india, and we could live with our parents forever.
Yeah man I'm in the same boat I'm on the first night
I’m not worried about sleeping in my car. It’s more of keeping my ass clean and having access to a bathroom.
Gym membership
@@ronpeltz1717 I was gonna say that gym membership is best to get access to shower. I’m about to sign up for one.
@@catrashoo BEAR hands may prove painful, bare hands are tolerable
Gym membership planet fitness
If you're traveling alot of places have free memberships at gyms and you can use those for a shower bathroom and a good workout
My gf and I broke up. Really really rough break up. Now I’m living in my car and I owe her money for the last month of rent and the $1,400 to end the lease early. I was out of work when this went down but now I’m gonna be getting paid good at a warehouse with 24 hour parking. I honestly might just keep doing this as long as I can. $1,200 a year for car insurance beats $1,200 a month for an apartment.
Oh dude, that is a rough situation, and it sounds pretty sudden! Congratulations on the job though! It sounds like you can make things work while you figure everything out. Best wishes to you! You got this!
out of all the videos about living in a car this one is the one that just gives you the basics not all that extra stuff that make the process so overwhelming. just the basics no clutter.
thank you.. now i don't feel so stupid living out of my old es 96 lexus sedan.... glad i'm not the only one who is struggling here.. and good to know it when you're not alone. ps. i cannot stand living at my parents so i leave.
Somebody else in the same boat! I feel very uncomfortable sleeping in the room at my dads house so this is my plan 😅 I hope you’re doing better and were able to get out of that
Iv been living in my car for about 2 months now never thought I'd be doing this but im paying off my car plus saving that upserd rent money instead
Woohoo! Hope you're enjoying the experience. And bruh. the rent savings are unreal.
@@andy-moss tbh its insane im using that rent money 50/50 half is being saved the other half goes towards my car im literally paying it off twice as fast and I still have money for small adventures
Me too, I'll be saving $800 in rent. There are other bills living in the car, but I believe I can save $500 a month or 6 grand a year.
@@ronpeltz1717 yeah iv managed to save 10,000 in 7 months and still paying 1000 for my car a month soon I'll have it paid off and will be looking for a home to buy 😀
@@SIR_GLIZZY sweet. Is it worth it?
Finally, someone who also says y’all
When i made my Corolla a Camprolla this whole country opened up for me. Thanks for sharing your tips.
Going to college next year and the living costs are very expensive (rent is like 1500k a month for a studio), I have no choice but to live in my car for the next 2/3years
Do what you can to find the housing group on Facebook for your school. You can make a post to vanboard in someone’s driveway or side yard preferably so you can have the plumbing and food storage of a home and sleep in your car for $150-300 a month. I’m at UCSB and tons of students do that. Everyone’s driveways are full lol
@@enrivers99 awesome, thanks 😊
1.5 M a month for a studio really is expensive
I wish I had done it when I was in college. I ended up dropping out because college, work, and rent was too much for me.
@@jakenorton7854 she said 15k thats a thousand, grand, or a whole lot of money
Yea, living in a trunk in Colorado in the dead of winter is fun! 😅 but yea, way more comfortable than the regular seats.
When she said “ have fun living in your car” I lost it 😩 I’m on the floor 😆 I love the energy FOLLOWED
Your video helped me out a lot thank you!!! I’ve been uncomfortable sleeping cause I’m 6”1 but once I folded my back seats it became heaven thank you 😊😊
If you can put your head in the trunk area it's actually warmer. I tried that in Colorado and it helped a lot.
@@DreamingDarlin I've done that. Woke up in the middle of the night having a panic attack... that's how I figured out I was claustrophobic 🤣 I started using a memory foam pad for my backseat tho. the way she laid messes up your back the way the seats drop off. I highly recommend a padding of some sort to put there.
@@DreamingDarlin thats funny ill be moving to colorado in a few months possibly living like this
bro, my eyes literally widened so fast, the cavilier was my first car, that exact model, model year and color
This is better than sleepin on a park bench
WORD, and mobile
Great tips to start with.
Happy to hear! :-)
I got to get rid of all my stuff now
You have such a lovely personality. Made me feel ready to start living in my car. I'm doing it by choice but kinda forced at the same time. I live with my family still but am 22 years old. Dad is moody and strict, sister sides with him, and I need a place of my own.
My job isn't the best work money wise but I love my job. I couldn't imagine a more enjoyable one honestly.
I do know what kind of car to get now (thanks to this video)! But do you know any four door sedans slightly longer and bigger inside? I'm 6 foot tall and I doubt the Cavalier would fit me even with the trick you showed me.
Please let me know, and hope you're having a good day or night, whatever time it is!
I think that Hyundais might b a good fit
But Toyotas have a whole lot of reliability, check their line of 4-doors. They’re pretty much like living room on wheels
Love your videos minimalism at its finest
This is like my goal in life, even though I don't even have a driver's liscence
I like that. A nomad at heart 💜💜💜
I'm seriously considering doing this. It will really help save money from work.
I see this as a great temporary solution to get out of debt and save for a motor home. I hang canvas bags over the front seat headrests and another one in between them.
I have a Toxic ass family so I can’t wait to leave and live in my car which I don’t have but hopefully can get
Trust me it's not easy, you have to be very well prepared and equipped for this lifestyle. It's also gonna get boring real quick so think twice. Unless your doing so to save money or something don't do it! Especially if your still young and not at least 21years old
Thats what I did and I dont regret it I actually cut them off and don't even miss them
@@chimpodabananalover4031 it doesn't bother me I have a suv with a mattress in the back car wifi and I started trading options and other side gigs so im never broke if your entrepreneurial its not but for a regular joe I can see how u can get bored
@@gracelikerain5039 yeah the problem i think is money it can run out fast with gas and food expenses
Thank you, great video. I have decided to give notice where I'm living and to live in my car so this was really helpful. I stayed in my car last weekend after being fed up with having to drive back to the same location every day lol. My work is moving and I'll have to move closer but the rent is unaffordable even to live with others which I can't do because I'm so allergic to fragrances and chemicals and are common in every house. So after realizing that I can live by myself, save for a larger vehicle, be close to work, and wake up wherever I want, it's all I can think about!
Your super sweet and it was informative, but I'm so nervous, you make jt seem okay, but I'm super scared , it's not by choice for me so its so scary and I'm researching but you were a positive I site to give me hope
Ty
Thank you for sharing your story!! Yeah it's definitely a nerve wracking situation, esp when it's not by choice. I'm sure you're clever enough to figure out what you need and how to make it work! :-) you got this!! Good luck!
This is where being short has it's advantages. Someone tall living in a small car🚗, well that can be a complete nightmare.😫
I stumbled on your channel and am enjoying your original content. I have been prepping my truck the last few months to camp/live out of. Just extended camping for now to see if its something I'm interested in. Maybe live later if I love it.
Your videos have been an excellent insight into your experiences and I appreciate you sharing those with the youtubers. Hopefully I can remember some of that knowledge when I'm on the road. If not I'll just have to watch all of your videos again.
Keep on being your quirky, awkward, awesome self!
thank you for the kind words, jason!!
i'm glad you found my videos helpful :-)
if you do end up living in your truck, i hope you have a great experience!
and yes i will always be awkward and awesome lol ty
so informative, straight forward and upbeat. love your energy!!
I read you should keep your electronics on airplane mode when your car is unattended, as ppl with scanners can break in your car KNOWING EXACTLY WHERE your laptop/phone ARE!
I bought a 4 inch gel foam bunk mattress pad at Camping World. You can get a lot of helpful items at Camping World.
Thank u for all this information
New to the living in the car world, thanks for the tips!
Best of luck!!
@@andy-moss thanks buddy!
You can get an ereader for books. I know many people say they like to hold a real book. I never use to think I would love using an ereader but once I bought one, it was like people got their Nintendo and I’ve got my ereader. I use to work in travel so this way I can bring all my books with me everywhere I go
Sounds good but what you should do if you need to use the bathroom in the middle of the night or what you can do to take a shower etc?
Most people just get a gym membership for the showers, and as for the bathroom truck stops are life savers
Glad I have tinted windows, don't have to worry about my valuables being out of sight 😁
great info. i am about to start it. prepare, prepare and prepare... enough preparation, lets do it.
nice video dude, I lived in my CRV for about 4 months in 2019 and on and off before that to save money
The problem with alot of sedans is that the back seats when folded down aren't leveled. There is a gap between where the folded back seats starts and where the trunk is. What are are you using where it fold flat all the way through?
I just had my sleeping pad on it to cushion it up. My sedan wasn't completely flat, but it felt good enough for me. You may be able to stuff the gap with old towels/blankets
Moving into my van at end of month. New sub. I'll watch your videos and learn something.
I’ve been doing it for the past 2 years in mesa az, But you still need a homebase.. po Box or storage unit..Unless all you have is you’re clothing.. You will not be able to carry insurance or Registration without an address in most states.. which means you’re not going anywere legally ...And don’t get pulled over they will take your vehicle... I find it more comfortable to be sitting in the driver seat while sleeping...You’ll get used to it.. always have pillows
People watching this video: "Yeah! I'm gonna practice living in my car for a weekend!"
2 days later: "Naw, I'll just live with my parents."
Also guys they have air mattresses made for cars!
I have a 2002 Chevy Cavalier.
and Im loving the choice I made with purchasing this car.
Love the music✨
I like your vibe!!
Lovely video and great spirit!
thank you!
Where can I park that is allowed?
How do I shower? I do that like once a day so this might be tough
get a 24 hour fitness membership and you get access to showers whenever you want. but gyms might be closed because of the pandemic tho.
@@TheLeader664 not a bad idea thankyou
"without bound - perspectives on mobile living" on RUclips is a fantastic video you might like. Thanks for the tips. I have my own apartment and I've chosen to live in a van 😂 freedom
I lived in my suv for 2 years with no kind of ahead preparations. I put most of my belongings in storage, and took showers at the truck stop. I worked full time but it was not glamorous. I was scared at times of the not knowing. And being alone played on my major depression and anxiety.
thank you for sharing your story! i really appreciate it and can relate. when i lived in my car, one of the hardest parts was dealing with the anxiety and the insecurity of it all. it's definitely challenging and i hope you're happier with your current living situation
Hey you did a great job with this I’m listening to it the day after I found out I’m going to have to be living in my car in one week so you gave me a lot of confidence to make me realize that hey I can do this so thank you. Also I wanted to ask do you use any kind of covers for the windows at night?
Hi, just wanted to know which sedans have the lever that’s pulls down the seats to make room. I was looking for something exactly like that since I don’t have the tools to pull the seats completely out of a car. Thanks!
hey, i don't know a big list unfortunately. this one specifically is a chevy cavalier. give it a quick google and you should be able to find more options!
andymoss thank you!
Apart from excellent tips on car camping what really got me interested was your Hand gestures and facial expressions.
You are a very lively girl 😇👍
This is insanely helpful, thank you for making this God bless you
I subscribed, some very useful information. Well presented also👍
Thank you so much David! :^)
Some really good pointers! Thank you.
Of course! Happy to share :-)
This has been super helpful thank you so much!!
Great video
Yay! Gonna live in my suv in June
Thanks ...appreciate it...im going to do that in a few days and im kinda exited about it...🙂
She has good vibes
whick sleeping pad is good, not too thick but comfortable
Hi! What brand of sleeping pad was in this video?
Hi! It's an old Eddie Bauer self inflating pad. It's a hand me down, and probably ~20 yrs old, so idk the exact type!
Hi guys do u know how to breathing in camper van when we sleep? I will be living on hyundai imax tomorrow 😄
Great tips & most real,
no hoopla video! Love that, but what happened to all u stuffed in the trunk, and when u folded the seat down to stretch ur legs?
Man ik parents are not proud of this. My mom doesn't even know I love in my car. 5th day today
I'm doing it , my first 3 weeks , so far so good , this actually has going to the gym and workout 1 to 2 hrs a day
During hot summer , do you open your windows ? Doesn't seem safe but it's very hot
I thought about removing the passenger seat since I don't have anyone. It's such space, and a little bit of tint for your windows also, get a damn gun, it's like a condom, better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it. Get a sleeping bag for those -20F nights. A (two, 2L) thermos would be cool too for waters in the middle of the night, also, fill the other one with hot water, then pour it in a jug when you need extra heat inside the sleeping bag. As for those late night poops, it's the gas station. Best of luck
Great video! So your not in the truck anymore?
Yup! The truck and I have parted ways
Cool video. I’m living in a city that is experiencing a major homeless crisis so I may well be actually doing this soon
I'm glad to find your channel. 😊
hello andymoss where can you go to sleep in your vehicle and be safe and not bothered by the law enforcement people thxx for any help
At a house in your garage lol
Walmart
@@bigdisme5622 so discouraging when you post responses like this.... no negative comments please
What about electronic like charging your phone?
I have a 2009 ford edge and I'm thinking about doing a pull down bed from the ceiling
I love it!!!
Good vid
Thank you!! :-D
That was great!!
thank you! :-)
I’m doing it! Thanks 🙏🏻
When you said
Welcome back to the Channel
I was flat 🙂🤭☺️
Where's your food water gas stove crockery etc
Andy i am confused which used car should i buy! I wanna know from a woman like you which car looks better..chrysler 300c or BMW Z3
I have tried it with the seats down and well I am 6 ft tall it doesn't work for me
Hmm have you tried cutting your legs off?? 🤔
Awesome video😍
Question, what areas can I park at nights?
Forest service or blm land is always great if it's nearby, otherwise in towns I'd usually find public lots, Walmart lots, or the library parking lot
What model osprey daypack is that?? Thanks in advance
What model car is this?
Chevy Cavalier
What about the winter
I have another video on my channel with my advice for winter!
How do you go to bathroom or take a shower?
I would go to public restrooms or go outside, and I took showers at a gym or at a friend's.
Thanks for your help 😊
Absolutely :-)
The only problem I’m trying to figure out now is how do I microwave my food? Do I just find a plug the microwave and carry it everywhere I go ?
You can use a camping stove!
andymoss how do you refrigerate things tho ? Let’s say I buy chicken to cook it on the gas stove but I have left over for like the next day. And summer if it gets hot. Those two are only the problem I see
@@dropful2347 consider an alternative, like buying bread and lunch meat, don't forget the mayo.
@@dropful2347 small cooler and ice I suppose
This is the people I need in my life
I’ll be sleeping in my car pretty soon as my life sucks as hell especially with inconsiderate neighbors who love blasting music at 7ish am. I cussed them out and now I don’t wanna live at my parents cause their dam crazy. Living in the car is tough but I will at least be able to sleep in peace. I just hope I don’t get robbed. I gotta buy some stuff to protect myself.
wow thats nice, Thanks for sharing
Good tips thanks.
Are you related to young man who has a channel called ' ultimate rebuilds' ? You reminded me of him.🤔
Thank you
How do yoy take a shower?
Gym membership 25 dollars a month planet fitness
i love you andy
How tall are you
About 5"2
@@andy-mosswhen you were laying down, did your feet extend all the way to the trunk?
I like the idea of sleeping in the drivers seat. That way, if any creeps try to get in the car, I can just start the motor and drive away. Can't do that if you are sleeping in the back.
Yh but it can cause back pain overtime
If you can’t elevate your feet, they can swell (like on a plane)
what kind of car is it?
Chevy cavalier!
@@andy-mossi have this car 2000 cavalier. I'ma a man, 5'9 275lbs and down on my luck. I think I'm going to live in my cavy.