I love packing up a small suitcase, grabbing some trail mix, and hitting the open road! But buying a camper? Well, they can be pretty expensive.
Thankfully, crafty DIY-ers are getting to work: creating one-of-a-kind collapsable tiny trailers and small homes that can be easily transported cross-country.
So when I saw what one man built in the back of his own car, I was truly blown away. I'd heard of folks converting their vans into campers or up-cycling old buses into transportable homes, but a car turned micro-camper? I needed to find out more.
Our Swedish DIY-er had just nine days before his upcoming vacation, so he had to work speedily and efficiently to build his vehicle. Using only an old Renault Kangoo and some basic hardware, however, he created the perfect trailer for small road trips on a budget — complete with a tiny kitchen and an ample storage space.
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After taking out the back seat, he built a "backside box" — the main living space and backbone of the camper.
Next, he created the "frontside box," which allows the trailer to be converted from bed to sofa positions with a simple hinge.
Additionally, he installed a "sleeping-extension" to create a larger sleeping-platform when converting the space into a bedroom.
He even built his own mattress by taking one from IKEA and sectioning it off, so that pieces could be removable depending on its use.
Next, he built his "kitchen box," which slides neatly into the initial backside compartment. Even better? It also functions as a tiny table, perfect for preparing a meal or holding a cup of coffee.
No road trip would be complete without an anti-mosquito net. Our DIY-er built one in preparation for some awesome (and bug free!) off-road BBQs.
And don't forget thermal window screens! These ensure your micro-camper stays warm during ski trips and breezy during vacations to the lake!
Here's the tiny camper in its full glory. It's incredibly spacious and versatile for simply being the backseat of a normal car.
The final product out on its maiden voyage! Our journeyman truly turned his small vehicle into the perfect roadside companion.
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