Car-camping in a Yaris Hatchback - Toyota Yaris Forums

all4mom · 10-09-2022, 02:00 AM

Has anyone done this? I've been toying with the idea of buying a van, then thought... Why not just use what I've got? Apparently CC is a thing, but I'm wondering about modifications specific to my older (2008) three-door Yaris.

Such things as whether or not to remove the back seat to install a platform or just curl up ON the back seat (I'm short), whether and how to install a fan or just crack the windows, how to "black out" the windows and curtain it off, etc.

NYC-SE · 10-09-2022, 02:19 AM

https://www.yarisworld.com/forums/sh...ad.php?t=55061

bronsin · 10-09-2022, 11:51 AM

I remove the passenger seat in my 2001 Echo and built a platform so I could sleep on that side of the car. It’s harder to take your seat out because something has to be plugged into the computer. But if you could do it do you have a place to sleep pretty nicely.

Sure is possible to go traveling in a small car. It’s a lot cheaper gas wise. Do some research and see what other people are doing. Good luck and tell us what happenedS!

CrimsonEclipse · 10-11-2022, 02:43 PM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MYQHysC6fG0

jonishornung · 11-08-2023, 03:41 PM

IMO, turning your 2008 three-door Yaris into a mini-camper is a great idea! It's a budget-friendly way to explore and have some adventures. When it comes to modifications, it really depends on your comfort and needs. Removing the back seat for a platform can provide more space, but curling up on the seat might work if you're short. Installing a fan is a good idea for ventilation, and window blackout and curtains add privacy.By the way, if you ever decide to take your Yaris on a road trip, you might want to consider stopping by the largest amusement park in the us for some added excitement. It could be a fun side trip during your

YarisLurker · 05-12-2024, 01:24 PM

I dont have any pictures but I took my back seat out and then went to a junk yard and found the spare tire platform and the understructure and flipped it around and used it to make a flat bed area. Looks like toyota did it! Pretty sweet.

10-09-2022, 02:00 AM	#1
all4mom Drives: 2008 Yaris hatchback Join Date: May 2022 Location: Midwest Posts: 2	Car-camping in a Yaris Hatchback Has anyone done this? I've been toying with the idea of buying a van, then thought... Why not just use what I've got? Apparently CC is a thing, but I'm wondering about modifications specific to my older (2008) three-door Yaris. Such things as whether or not to remove the back seat to install a platform or just curl up ON the back seat (I'm short), whether and how to install a fan or just crack the windows, how to "black out" the windows and curtain it off, etc.

10-09-2022, 11:51 AM	#3
bronsin Drives: 2009 Base Hatch 2 Dr Auto Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: nj Posts: 4,790	I remove the passenger seat in my 2001 Echo and built a platform so I could sleep on that side of the car. It’s harder to take your seat out because something has to be plugged into the computer. But if you could do it do you have a place to sleep pretty nicely. Sure is possible to go traveling in a small car. It’s a lot cheaper gas wise. Do some research and see what other people are doing. Good luck and tell us what happenedS! __________________ Synthetic Oil: Its All In Your Head

11-08-2023, 03:41 PM	#5
jonishornung Drives: bmw Join Date: Aug 2022 Location: canada Posts: 7	IMO, turning your 2008 three-door Yaris into a mini-camper is a great idea! It's a budget-friendly way to explore and have some adventures. When it comes to modifications, it really depends on your comfort and needs. Removing the back seat for a platform can provide more space, but curling up on the seat might work if you're short. Installing a fan is a good idea for ventilation, and window blackout and curtains add privacy.By the way, if you ever decide to take your Yaris on a road trip, you might want to consider stopping by the largest amusement park in the us for some added excitement. It could be a fun side trip during your Last edited by jonishornung; 11-09-2023 at 09:47 AM.

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
NEWS: TOYOTA REVEALS ALL-NEW YARIS SEDAN AT 2006 LOS ANGELES AUTO SHOW	VitzBoy	General Yaris / Vitz Discussion	7	09-20-2023 08:50 AM
Human error in Yaris hatchback	sherlockholmes	DIY / Maintenance / Service	3	04-23-2018 11:10 AM
Car Seats for Twins in Rear Seat of Toyota Yaris Hatchback	tryalgebra	General Yaris / Vitz Discussion	2	08-03-2010 12:43 PM
Jerkratt - Photo Scavenger Hunt	Jerkratt	Photo-Video-Media Gallery	3	03-04-2009 10:03 AM
thewifesyaris - photo scavenger hunt	thewifesyaris	Photo-Video-Media Gallery	0	03-01-2009 07:02 PM

10-09-2022, 02:19 AM	#2
NYC-SE Drives: 2014 Yaris SE Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: NYC Posts: 1,076	https://www.yarisworld.com/forums/sh...ad.php?t=55061

10-11-2022, 02:43 PM	#4
CrimsonEclipse Drives: . Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: . Posts: 88	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MYQHysC6fG0

05-12-2024, 01:24 PM	#6
YarisLurker Drives: Yaris Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: tucson AZ Posts: 21	I dont have any pictures but I took my back seat out and then went to a junk yard and found the spare tire platform and the understructure and flipped it around and used it to make a flat bed area. Looks like toyota did it! Pretty sweet.