Honda Fit camper tour

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3 жыл бұрын

This video is a tour of my 2009 Honda Fit camper. The car is completely stock, I didn't have to remove seats or make any additions other than the curtains I show in this video. I've driven and lived in this car extensively and have taken it cross continent and back, let me know if you have any questions.
Here are links to a couple of the things I use for this setup:
Milliard Tri Folding Mattress : www.amazon.com/dp/B00W67PJ4M/
Jackery 240 power bank : www.amazon.com/dp/B07D29QNMJ
Portable rice cooker : www.amazon.com/dp/B08GKDGRMM

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@daveevans5291 3 ай бұрын

Keeping it simple yet organized is the best. Thanks for the ideas. The table shelf at the back is an especially great idea.

@wuseling Жыл бұрын

I use my Honda Jazz (same as Fit) for travelling to Rc-events (3-5 days) in Denmark, Norway and Germany. The passenger side is full of (huge) rc-gliders, Lots of stuff I keep in a net under the roof. I sleep at the driver side with the seat pushed forward, a box with rc stuff fills the gap. Thank you for the "dehumidifier" tip. Btw. my age is 71 :-)

@samanthathompson9812 3 ай бұрын

Can you explain more about how you sleep? What gap,? Thanks

@willtee3640 Жыл бұрын

I travelled to lots of place with my jazz/fit, short trip, camping, even to racetrack! Honda jazz/fit are one of the best budget and spacious cars we can get.

@zurielsss 8 ай бұрын

Love the setup, doesn’t cost a fortune and cans still use it as a regular car after the trip

@BlackRose-tc9ig 2 жыл бұрын

Driving tip, to avoid accidents, not sure if someone already posted this but, never leave any loose items in the driver footwell like shoes, bottles etc, if they become dislodged and move about while driving, they can become stuck behind your brake peddle, it may lead to a crash. Happy trails!

@j_taylor 2 жыл бұрын

One neat quirk of the Fit is there is no open space under the driver seat; that's where the fuel tank is. Items can't sneak up on you from the floor in the back.

@Eduardo_Espinoza 8 ай бұрын

My mom has a ton of shoes in the pedal box foot well too, had that issue too!

@mylifethaidiy7045 Жыл бұрын

This is the best Honda Fit camper set up that I have seen. I love my 2008 Honda Fit. 36 mpg baby and good power!

@victoriajloveland3144 2 ай бұрын

Innovative and Fun! Love the Foyer and Atrium:)

@morgantam1 Жыл бұрын

Good idea to fit the wood shelf in the cargo area! Thanks for sharing. Nice tour.

@jessicabest918 2 жыл бұрын

I have a 2012 Honda Fit and I brag about how much I can actually FIT into it lol a large chaise lounge, a treadmill, and just recently I packed it with 2 desks with storage, 2 tall bedside dressers and a small chaise lounge in ONE trip, it was a tetris situation, but it worked out great! Love that you're doing this with yours! How cool!

@Eduardo_Espinoza 8 ай бұрын

I was about to put a treadmill in my mini too:) & used to carry piles of dirt in the back for gardening. Always wanted a Honda fit but they're super expensive for an old one, even back then, thinking of getting a bigger cheaper fuel efficient reliable car later :)

@Eduardo_Espinoza 8 ай бұрын

Able*

@Nona32185 2 жыл бұрын

Dude, thank you so much for showing me your ride/home. I currently have a honda fit and have been itching to travel so I went to carvana for a van, ended up not liking it and exchanging it out for my old car again. I felt pretty defeated until I watched your video. I didnt think you could keep the car tidy enough but you def showed me that it can be done. I appreciate all the info and am looking forward to putting it to use. Safe travel :)

@georgiiarakelov6560 3 ай бұрын

Just imagine what would he do with a van ? Use your imagination sometimes…

@ThwWumboligistMaster Жыл бұрын

I recently purchased a Fit as my first (in my name) car. I just got my associates degree and subsequently a job paying ~40k and my previous car was totaled; I think I may be living out of my car as I work 45 miles away from my home. This tour was quite informative and I can see myself with a similar setup to yours rather soon since rent is still sky high. I just need to learn about implementing an electrical system (just solar + battery) as I think that's very important when living inside a car. Thanks for the video!

@oic929 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting. I used to have one myself then changed to a Subaru Forester but believe it or not the Fit had more sleeping space in the back without having to modify!

@celebratethedays9409 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting this. It was very informative, and it's nice to see a version without platform so you can sit upright in the bed area.

@kskategirl 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you found it helpful. The high ceiling and being able to sit upright is one of the biggest advantages to this car, makes the space feel more open and roomy

@j_taylor 2 жыл бұрын

I agree! I'm planning a trip and am much more excited about the open headroom than what I've seen other people do.

@ChunWong 2 жыл бұрын

Very practical simple with minimum alternations, love it enjoy your adventures! (:

@xvyvux 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, thank you for sharing! You definitely made it very simple and practical

@kathleencaparro5485 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing. Even after 2 years, still helpful. 👍🏼

@RadioNul 2 жыл бұрын

The Honda Fit, an amazing machine

@0110101100011010 2 жыл бұрын

5 percent reflective window tint is probably worth the cash so you don't have to throw the rear curtains up everyday, good setup !

@lawrencedavidson6195 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice setup, thanks for sharing. Greetings from sunny Jamaica.

@TATTOUhmong 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I also have a honda fit. And now that with your super ideas. I'm going to convert my fit. Love it

@zmuzzy101 Жыл бұрын

Super awesome video thanks. I have the same generation jazz and I'm looking forward to my first outing soon just currently putting together the basic setup so seeing what others have done is great. Love the skateboard and rescuing the gorgeous plane.

@donmccracken5331 21 күн бұрын

Excellent! I’ve been looking for ideas. Thanks for posting!

@licknuke5950 4 ай бұрын

I really love these minimal build designs. No need for a bed frame which is very nice and keeps it modular

@anisahkasim3305 3 ай бұрын

It is easy in a Fit/Jazz because the backseat lays down really flat with no bumps.

@camposvazquez 6 ай бұрын

Finally a car ghey'R than my Prius camper... I did the same.. I kept the build simple and utilitarian...

@petermastenbroek7719 11 ай бұрын

You did an excellent job in the fitting-out of your Fit, it's really very cleverly done, and I do appreciate very much that you're so kindly sharing your experience with us. ATB, Peter.

@danieldirie3757 Жыл бұрын

Amazing!!! Congratulations!!! Very Warm & Nice Road-Home!!

@SB_whatevers 2 жыл бұрын

Nice! A well organized space. I like the extra platform at the back. I might try that.

@Nam1nat0r 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome. I want that jackery battery pack!!!

@balayogasf 2 жыл бұрын

Thnk you so much for the video. Great use of space and definitely gave some ideas!

@Masterlowen21 Жыл бұрын

thanks for the cool ideas, I have a fit too and I need to turn it into a camper for a few days, so I definitely will get a board for the back and the curtains with with bungee cords!!! Good idea!!!

@brucelittle3958 2 жыл бұрын

This is amazing! Thanks for sharing!

@Chibbs.E Жыл бұрын

I just picked up a 2008 Fit. I'm a bit taller at about 5'11 on a good day and I can fit okay completely diagonal. Been thinking about using this thing as a camper and this just sealed the deal for me.

@luishernandez5732 2 жыл бұрын

I live in my apartment full time, but I'm itching to disappear for a weekend or two in my Fit. I live in Puerto Rico, and even though is a small island, there's a ton of places I haven't visit and others that haven't visit since my childhood, so, inspired by you and other car campers, I will try to do some stealth camping in the near future. Thanks for the video and the great ideas! That big hand planer appearance as a souvenir was absolutely unexpected! 🤣 Please post it's restoration video! Safe travels!

@quirkykindalife2948 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I'm currently building out my fit to camp in and possibly live for a while. I did decide to go with a small platform to deal with the uneven floor and find the extra storage space helpful. Plus I can still sit up. Yay for small cars with lots of headroom.

@Petelaosound 2 жыл бұрын

Lots of room yes for a smal car 🚗 I have 2015 fit

@letsthinkitover1 2 жыл бұрын

Thank You so much I have a white honda fit like yours !!! you gave me great Ideas !!!! thanks.

@FirstLightAdv 2 жыл бұрын

Very cozy!

@raffie9526 2 жыл бұрын

Sweet build 👌

@che.- 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for posting this! i've taken several long trips in my fit and just removed the front seat to carry longer items / to not have to sleep diagonally. such a fantastic car and get's nearly as much mpg as a prius.

@che.- 2 жыл бұрын

i admire you for living full time out of it though in university! that's dedication! where would you usually park?

@kskategirl 2 жыл бұрын

@@che.- When I was living in it full time, I rented a carport spot at my friends apartment near the university. Had access to shower and kitchen stuff through them. While on the road, I usually park near hotels or near campgrounds depending on where I'm at.

@Josh-kj6vq 2 жыл бұрын

What kind of gas mileage do you get?

@Highvibes777 2 жыл бұрын

@@Josh-kj6vq I get 43.3 mpg in my 2016.

@j_taylor 2 жыл бұрын

@@Josh-kj6vq 40-43 mpg on highway in my 2019 manual Fit, but that's empty. Hope to do some camping soon!

@EEPvids 2 жыл бұрын

sick setup

@Eduardo_Espinoza 8 ай бұрын

That's awesome thanks for sharing :D!

@Petelaosound 2 жыл бұрын

Nice I got a 2015 fit also Thinking about camping in it soon

@blktop Жыл бұрын

Nice video I’m getting a fit soon too!

@thomasdipaolo2349 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info. Have same car

@youngmonkreturns5973 11 ай бұрын

This is awesome -- I have an 09 fit as well; want to do this myself however I have over 200k on it. Very inspiring and you are super cool!

@kskategirl 11 ай бұрын

My car just hit 200k miles this week, still going strong! Cheers!

@steelontarget 2 жыл бұрын

I made a video of also living in my Fit. I have 2 homes, a great job and make plenty but when on the road for work I opt to sleep in my car a lot and have found it very fun.

@hennessytheblackrose6519 Жыл бұрын

Thank you I got some great ideas from you

@nandah806 2 жыл бұрын

Muito top Gostei da ideia Parabéns

@tdhenderson 2 жыл бұрын

that's the best setup.

@YoureNowOnTV 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing 😁👍

@karinyaboriskova441 8 ай бұрын

Thanks. That was great

@zzzz-ok7733 Жыл бұрын

Small car camping/traveling is the way to go economically!👍

@amifarrow1982 Жыл бұрын

So cool!

@FeelsOnWheels Жыл бұрын

Iam 5’7” and the space between the trunk and the forwarded front seats is 5’5” exactly in my honda jazz(fit).What I do when I sleep in my car during car camping is to keep pillow at the trunk side and stretch my extended 2-3 inches legs into the space between the front seats ..that gives me a full length room to sleep comfortably.The only thing is to keep in mind is to park the car in such a way that the trunk side is little elevated to 5-10 degrees .

@manjindersingh00 2 жыл бұрын

Nicest setup ever seen, actually its no build build

@thierrychatauan7845 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing, when I get my drive license I want to get the same car to do camping as well,

@kskategirl 2 жыл бұрын

Highly recommend it!

@MaverickRenegade Жыл бұрын

As soon as you said foyer I knew this was going to be a funny video.

@Avantime Жыл бұрын

I would use black fabric to cover the rear window sun shades as well. Seeing reflective sun shades in places where most wouldn't have placed them would be unusual.

@charleskatz2606 2 жыл бұрын

HYou are e wel organized and effgicient person.Just got a 2011 myself and there are days I think the inside is an optical illusion of hugenes other days just two bags of groceries seem to Fit.But you have the template I must say

@barrionomia Жыл бұрын

Nice!

@aldenpressley7573 2 жыл бұрын

Hi! I’m 6 foot and I pretty well in my fit

@nataliav1001 Ай бұрын

Great set up! I just finished my curtains today, same cord idea set up. Feels cozy. May I ask what kind of mattress do you use and where can I get it? Seems soft and easy to roll up. I got inflated mattress but inflate and deflate each time kind of big production. Thank you in advance!

@dulcimama 2 жыл бұрын

More information on the fiddle-type instrument? Thanks!

@testarosso1368 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome thanks

@cryptopillar86 2 жыл бұрын

sick grp tape on that board!! ;)

@leokuliush2954 7 ай бұрын

Great humor 😁👍

@ElizabethDelRosario 2 жыл бұрын

Hey awesome video, really like your setup. I've got a Honda fit too and was working on a camper build, and really dig the plywood back table you built. By chance do you have the plans/measurements for it you could share?

@kskategirl 2 жыл бұрын

The one I built is 1/2 inch plywood, 15 inches (I should have made this wider) by 46 inches. I don't have any plans, I just matched the curves of the trunk by making a template out of cardboard and tracing that to either side of the board. Keep in mind the measurements would depend on what model year your car is.

@mrtwinkie0 2 жыл бұрын

Nice setup. Always love to see how others are aetting up their fits and the adventures they take. Are you on IG?

@tylerd5556 2 жыл бұрын

Nice car setup. I first really got inspired by the CheapRVLiving youtube channel. I've been debating on the Jackery battery bank that you have. What do you think of it? Would you consider their solar panels too; or is the cigarette lighter plenty easy for charging? Thanks lots!!!

@kskategirl 2 жыл бұрын

I'd recommend the Jackery power bank, when on the road cigarette lighter is enough for charging. Since I have limited space in the car I don't bring the solar panel, but I have the solar panel at home to use incase of power outages.

@birdmanjrbvt 2 жыл бұрын

Nice

@WASF2024 Жыл бұрын

hi. what about ventilation/screens? any updates on a sturdy and mosquito-free solution? thanks.

@parishala 2 жыл бұрын

I got a 2010 Fit and I'm looking at it like I could make it livable for less than what I pay for a month of rent. Got some good ideas from you, thanks.

@kskategirl 2 жыл бұрын

Glad this helps! the Fit makes for a cozy home for folks in a tight spot or just looking to save money.

@alallen2767 Жыл бұрын

Stay safe.

@eileeninmaine333 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting, this is very helpful! What size Jackery do you have?

@kskategirl 2 жыл бұрын

I have the Jackery explorer 240, which is more than enough for phone + camera charging and powering my rice cooker

@harrypottah8889 3 жыл бұрын

Nice🤘🏾🤘🏾🤘🏾

@MsMelissa216 6 ай бұрын

Specimen area very important area ! 😊

@stevejeffrey11 Жыл бұрын

stealth camper ;) 40 mpg! It Fits !

@Josh-kj6vq 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video! I've been looking into different vehicles so I can take a month long cross country trip and maybe save some on gas. Any chance you know what kind of mileage you get? I don't like factory specs because they're a base and I always seem to get better so hoping this car can too.

@kskategirl 2 жыл бұрын

I get about 33 mpg city and 40 mpg highway. I've taken this car cross country and back and averaged 38 mpg for the entire trip. I have the 2009 model, not sure about newer models.

@j_taylor 2 жыл бұрын

The Fit is very fuel efficient. I get 40 mpg in my daily commute (mostly highway). If I stay under 70mph, I get 43 mpg. It would be a little less with the weight of camping gear. 2019 Fit, manual transmission and driving "gently". The CVT is supposed to be a little better. A lot depends how aggressively you drive. I drove and camped across country in a station wagon and absolutely loved having a regular car instead of a van. And this Fit has more interior space than my wagon did!

@christiangenest576 2 жыл бұрын

Nice set up , thanks, that’s on my project to buy a Honda Fit and transform it on camper , i will remove the front passenger seat I’m 6’3 ‘’ And the driver’s back seat ,to built a micro kitchen .good idea your 12v rice cooker a question , do you have fan for night time to have fresh air ? For me will be very important

@kskategirl 2 жыл бұрын

I keep the windows cracked open at night and the vents open. There is a the issue of having the windows fog up in cold areas and I think having a fan would help.

@mioww325 Жыл бұрын

Where did you get that cute sun hat please?

@user-nl5qn3sg2c 2 жыл бұрын

ค่ำไหน....นอนนั่น.มันเยี่ยมมาก

@WASF2024 Жыл бұрын

urban middle of the night toilet solution????

@germanbezares8489 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your arrangement, I like too that you have not a platform, but i wonder if the arrengemnt for sleeping is confortable, because there is some uneaven part on the floor that may be unconfotable. Does your sleeping pad elmiminates that bump? how thick is it?

@kskategirl 2 жыл бұрын

I use a 4 inch memory foam mattress and it eliminates any unevenness in the floor. I've linked the same one I use in the description. I sometimes use a one or two inch inflatable foam mattress when I need to pack light and that is tolerable but noticeably less comfortable.

@germanbezares8489 2 жыл бұрын

@@kskategirl thanks for sharing the way to overcome the bump to have a good sleep in the Fit

@lttlemanoncampus 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this info about eliminating the floor weirdness!! My hero 😊

@hippo780 2 жыл бұрын

I also have a Fit GE8, if you tint your rear windows you dont need those curtains

@samanthathompson9812 3 ай бұрын

I'm too tall :( How do you use a toilet without getting out?

@holly3891 2 жыл бұрын

no fan?

@albertc879 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing. I also have a 2009 Fit. I measured from where the interior front passenger seat push all the way up to the tail of tail gate, it was 65". If I were to put the trifold mattress in that space, it won't fit coz the mattress is 75". Am I missing something or the mattress in ur car was not laid flat?

@kskategirl Жыл бұрын

if you see in the video, one of the sections of the mattress is folded into the space between the front passenger seat and the rear seats. The pillow covers up the crack created by the fold

@albertc879 Жыл бұрын

@@kskategirl Thank you much for the prompt reply! Cool. I was thinking about removing the foam (if it's removable from the mattress cover) to cut the extra length. Ur way saves me much time and effort. I am in the bay area. Planning for a few camping trips with my Corgi b4 rainy season arrives. Any other up-to-date advice on the Fit improvement?

@guillaumemoonracer3749 2 жыл бұрын

Hi! PLEASE tell me where you found this sun hat! I've been looking for a wizard hat that's not to hot and this one seems perfect!!

@kskategirl 2 жыл бұрын

oldfashionedstandards.com/en-us/collections/hats-1?page=2 Handmade in Canada, great quality, would recommend!

@guillaumemoonracer3749 2 жыл бұрын

@@kskategirl Thanks soo much!!:)

@rdsspearfishingadventurer 2 жыл бұрын

Plan to buy honda jazz.that is similar inside of your hinda fit?thanks

@kskategirl 2 жыл бұрын

I think Honda Jazz is the same car sold in the European market. My car is model year 2009, there have been some updates to the design since then

@oscarher66 2 жыл бұрын

Do you have a template for the wood table in the back? Thank you.

@kskategirl 2 жыл бұрын

@stevehapp 2 жыл бұрын

How does the plywood trunk cover stay secure? Any bolts etc or just sits on edge where plastic one was. its a good idea. gonna steal it.. :)

@kskategirl 2 жыл бұрын

there is a slot in the plastic that it fits into, its kind of jut press fit into there

@stevehapp 2 жыл бұрын

@@kskategirl ok thnx

@stevehapp 2 ай бұрын

I just spent two years in my fit in europe, balkans.

@titandoomshop 2 жыл бұрын

does having that jack plugged in the car running of course , mess up the car battery? or no cause its a huge battery

@kskategirl 2 жыл бұрын

I've had no issue, the power adapter is good quality

@cdnpacker Жыл бұрын

Oh you're lucky. I tried but I'm about 3cm too tall to lie flat!

@happyface8674 2 жыл бұрын

can i know how tall are you to fit from the passenger seat to the back when lying down please? 5feet 5?

@kskategirl 2 жыл бұрын

5'4". I had a friend who is 5'7" and he was able to fit comfortably. Another friend who is about 5'9" uses his Fit for car camping, but might be a bit small to sleep in long term for someone of that height.

@happyface8674 2 жыл бұрын

@@kskategirl very tempting. Am 5feet 6inches.thanks

@funnycomments6081 2 жыл бұрын

You forgot to show us your kitchen

@muralikrishna3660 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent and marvellous for entire set-up. Keep it up.

@easymixedsignals534 2 жыл бұрын

I want this to be my new cozy home away from society :)

@diamonddetails9445 Жыл бұрын

Tiny car for a tiny girl ... LOL 👀💯👍

@spencexxx 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for saying how tall you. 5'4 is tiny....so this car would not work for a larger man.

@germanbezares8489 2 жыл бұрын

There are other arrangements that will allow a larger man to stay there: 1- remove the front seat 2- use a cot, it will fit well when the front seat is complete recline to the back, and the back seats have been folded down.

@germanbezares8489 2 жыл бұрын

check this video with a person using a cot. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rZuUn7R61p7Unmw.html