How to Live in Your Car.
Whether you have to move into your car or you want to, there are some bases you need
to cover.
You will need Pillows Blankets or a sleeping bag Cooler Camp stove Voltage converter Access
to restrooms Places to park overnight and hot-water bottle.
Step 1.
Furnish your car with blankets (at least one made of wool, for warmth); a couple of pillows;
a cooler; a camp stove; and a voltage converter so you can power appliances with your cigarette
lighter.
Consider removing the passenger and rear seats for more room.
Step 2.
Know where you can park at night.
Trucker areas off the interstate are usually safe, as are hospital parking lots.
Wal-Mart allows RV’s and cars to park in their lots overnight.
Never park near a school.
Someone is sure to call the authorities.
Step 3.
Shopping malls, supermarkets, and hospitals are good places to wash up.
For a shower, go to a truck stop and ask around for a shower coupon; truckers usually have
more than they need and are happy to give some away.
A gym membership will allow you to shower regularly.
Step 4.
Buy gas off-hours at stations with convenience stores.
When you go to pay, ask if you can use the microwave to nuke a meal, like a baked potato
or a frozen entrée.
Step 5.
Stock up on foods that are nutritious and don’t require refrigeration, such as peanut
butter, beans, and cereals.
Step 6.
Stay warm in winter with the help of a hot water bottle; stay cool in summer by parking
in the shade and spending the hottest part of the day -- noon to two -- in someplace
air conditioned, like the library or mall.
Did you know Mad Money host Jim Cramer once lived in his car for five months.