The Art of Discreet Car Living in San Francisco, California

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Published 2024-04-20
My name is Arslan and I’ve been living in vehicles for the past few years. My journey of alternative living began after I was fed up with the high cost of rent in the United States. I fell in love with the idea of living on the road, so over the years, I converted a sprinter van, a Camaro and most recently been living in my 2014 chevy suburban camper car. I enjoy making YouTube videos and recording my different experiences to share with you guys. I’m also a nurse half days of the week because I have a significant passion for helping people.

In This video: I test out car living and van life in San Francisco California.

YouTube Posting Schedule: I usually post on Saturdays 9am EST/6am PST.

I love reading your comments and wish I could reply to all of you but my schedule doesn't allow. But I always reply to SUPER CHATS because they pop up on my phone!

P.S. If I need to tell you guys something, I will comment and pin it on my latest video.

All of my long form videos can be found in this playlist:    • How I Live In My Car Without ANYONE K...  
My shorts playlist on Youtube:    • Do you agree or Not? #smartliving #ch...  

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All Comments (21)
  • People are just rude in general, they are unhappy and they don’t like it when others are. You keep shining and smiling, I love your positivity and your attitude towards life. I am really enjoying your videos.
  • @n.v.1173
    It’s so unfortunate when people are so rude. My goodness kindness is free. 🙏🏼♥️🌟
  • @fourrunfive
    Born and raised in SF. Don’t worry about that rude surfer, he’s probably not from SF. U should’ve gotten the clam chowder boudin bowl!
  • @fleurmstr
    Welcome to my city. I'm sorry your interactions with people have been abrupt. I promise, we aren't all like that. Enjoy the city!
  • Born and raised and still in SF. Sorry for the rude folks, but glad you’re exploring the City by the Bay!
  • San Francisco is beautiful to visit but agree the people aren’t the most welcoming or interactive. The views though are always so amazing and make up for the people ten fold
  • @karenkenney6021
    I'm across the bay in Oakland, born and raised here. Not all of us are like that guy on the beach. Don't let one jerk ruin your impression of our beautiful state. There are lots of friendly people here! 🥰
  • @hauk3839
    Love the roller blading. You don't see any YouTubers doing that.
  • @l.g.4451
    The camera angles, music, and scenery were top notch.
  • @Anakalia13
    the one thing i love about your vlogs is that you always seem free. So many people would love to be this financially stable while being free/living/camping and seeing the country
  • @vkfdgbub
    People are just rude for no reason.. love that you don't take it way too personally. You keep enjoying your journey. Keep being your happy self ❤
  • @patriciahager949
    Lived in San Francisco and I do agree with your observations. Lots to do and see...people are very "abrupt" and not overly friendly. Loved this video! Thanks!
  • Note to self: don't expect friendly conversation on the beach! Bummer! That taco looks amazing! 💟
  • @alkankovanci8545
    This time hi from Bodrum 👍😄 I’m in my caravan too.I actually watching this video in my caravan right now.
  • @CourtneyinSF
    I am so sorry people weren’t friendly to you here! I would have been thrilled to run into you! I will say it’s not easy to find parking for a large car and the fear of it being broken into is real. Still, there are so many other lovely neighborhoods and friendly people especially where I live in Noe Valley in the center of the city. Please don’t give up on SF.
  • @trev777
    Thank you for sharing. I quit weed a year and 3 months ago and have been struggling lately to find happiness/enjoyment in life. I feel like all I do is work lol. Anyways it's a blessing to see you enjoy yourself/enjoy your own company and not take things personally. You have a great attitude. Safe travels and have a great day!
  • @mattkc7
    Thanks! This is also my first time using the YouTube Thanks feature because you’re awesome!
  • Thank you for showing us around San Francisco Arslan. Be safe out there. And keep doing what you do❤❤❤
  • @anneest
    The footage with the camera fixed on your car while you drive is awesome 👍 I could have watched you driving like that in San Francisco area for hours. I was an au pair in 1989 (!) in San Francisco (just below Presidio). Yes I was very young, and I could not even go into bars 😆 It was a great experience though, and it was my first time away from home, on my own. I really enjoyed it (and got the Loma Prieta earthquake as a bonus, hmmpfff). Since then I have always loved western United States a lot, I mean as a visitor it's just brilliant imo (got very expensive lately though, especially for us with the Norwegian kroner as currency). Anyhow: ENJOY 😀