garth Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 I have an 01 and was wondering if anyone has ever slept in the back? I have seen kits for trucks that cover the back...is there anything like that for our Subarus? thanks in advance..garth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SnarlyMarley Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 I slept in my 1997 and just had a camping mattress pad and a sleeping bag. It was great and was way better than setting up a tent just for one night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwiener2 Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 i've slept in my 05 a few times. I fit fine with the hatch closed and the seats folded My Mods List (Updated 8/22/17) 2005 Outback FMT Running on Electrons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rawfish Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 I slept in mine a few times also. It wasn't to bad, I'd do it again if I had to Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwiener2 Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 It's so you can tun on the AC in the car and cool the tent My Mods List (Updated 8/22/17) 2005 Outback FMT Running on Electrons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPLGT Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 Anypics of the tent setup over the lift gate? Rehab is for quitters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PacCoastFwy923 Posted August 4, 2007 Share Posted August 4, 2007 Garth, I'm a cheap bastard and crash in my '05 when I ski solo. Tinted windows are a great start. For extra privacy and a tiny amount of insulation, I picked up pair of black sheets at Target. I fold the sheets in thirds, and hang them from the tops of the plastic pillar trim pieces using binder clips from the office supply store. A 1/4" wood dowel spans the B pillar, and serves as a curtain rod just behind the front seats. The sheets are long enough to wrap around and fill this area, meeting in the middle (just like a curtain). The back window gets a pair of pillow cases, done up in a similar manner. The tinted windows help to conceal black sheets hanging inside your car. An insulating mattress pad is a must if it's chilly or breezy out, because the car will transport heat away from you. Plan on cracking the windows to allow the car to vent, limiting moisture build-up. Interesting thread over on EpicSki you may want to check out: http://forums.epicski.com/showthread.php?t=33215 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArcTec34 Posted August 5, 2007 Share Posted August 5, 2007 I have an 01 and was wondering if anyone has ever slept in the back? I have seen kits for trucks that cover the back...is there anything like that for our Subarus? thanks in advance..garth sigh.. they offered an option for a tent cover thing on teh pontiac aztek.. now thats a great car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPLGT Posted August 5, 2007 Share Posted August 5, 2007 That is sweet! You can cook Bacon and Eggs and not get rained on...sweet! Rehab is for quitters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ari_OutbackWagon Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 I have a twin sized foam matteress I got from Ikea last year for my 4Runner. It fits perfect in the back of the OB. Enough room for me and the lady friend . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OBieXT Posted August 17, 2007 Share Posted August 17, 2007 About a month ago I slept in the back of the XT on a thermorest pad. When I got up my back felt better than it has in years. Don't know if the half bottle of Absolut the night before had anything to do with that but I definitely slept comfortably. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBY Posted August 17, 2007 Share Posted August 17, 2007 Plan on cracking the windows to allow the car to vent, limiting moisture build-up. this is key, O2 is a good thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ari_OutbackWagon Posted August 17, 2007 Share Posted August 17, 2007 About a month ago I slept in the back of the XT on a thermorest pad. When I got up my back felt better than it has in years. Don't know if the half bottle of Absolut the night before had anything to do with that but I definitely slept comfortably. Excessive drinking and sleeping in the back of the car go hand and hand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The B4 Posted August 26, 2007 Share Posted August 26, 2007 I don't know if your model does it... but the newer Outbacks and Legacies have a cool trick. You can take the head rest off the front seat and it will recline until the place where the headrest would be meets the back seat... for a nice contoured bed. [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ari_OutbackWagon Posted August 27, 2007 Share Posted August 27, 2007 I don't know if your model does it... but the newer Outbacks and Legacies have a cool trick. You can take the head rest off the front seat and it will recline until the place where the headrest would be meets the back seat... for a nice contoured bed. I saw this when they first came out, but I think it's only over seas as I already tried it with mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eiger Posted August 27, 2007 Share Posted August 27, 2007 I slept in my 98 Outback - haven't had the pleasure of sleeping in my new '08 yet Definitely plan on cracking the windows. There is enough give in the seat backs when folded that a thin thermarest was all I needed to be quite comfy. My brother camps in his Element a lot, He uses tent mesh that he picked up at a fabric store and a set of magnets to create a bug screen with the rear hatch up. Using the magnets to pin the fabric to the outside of the car creates a pretty good seal to keep the bugs out. Its a pretty cheap solution. It won't keep out heavy rains but you should be protected a little by the lift gate. Also Kelty makes several tent/shelters that are designed to be attached to the side of your car - doesn't look like there's much that goes off the back but you could probably make something work. http://www.kelty.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pamejudd Posted June 14, 2009 Share Posted June 14, 2009 Hi guys, Do you think it's possible to sleep in the back of Outback '00/'01? I heard that the rear seat doesn't fold flat in these cars... Cheers, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bbc84 Posted June 14, 2009 Share Posted June 14, 2009 this thread makes me want to get a wagon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pamejudd Posted June 14, 2009 Share Posted June 14, 2009 You should definitely buy one :-) Btw, I found my answer meanwhile. seems that I misinterpreted Wikipedia entry on Outback. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M. Schneider Posted June 14, 2009 Share Posted June 14, 2009 about a month ago i slept in the back of the xt on a thermorest pad. When i got up my back felt better than it has in years. Don't know if the half bottle of absolut the night before had anything to do with that but i definitely slept comfortably. Hilarious!! Cheers, Mike |`94 E-Class Coupe |`98 Carrera 993 C2S |`14 Cayman S |`20 Outback Touring XT | All Debadged | Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smoker Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 Sleep in my XT when I go away for two day dirt bike rides. I am 5'9", use foam matress pad, sleeping bag, lay diagonally with room to spare. Opening the window or moon roof works great. Depends on the level of bugs at the site. Oh, dont forget to switch off the child locks or you'll look a little silly trying to get out in the morning. Have also slept in the Honda element on top of both seats in the down position too. The OB is more comfortable to sleep in, but misses out on the great space of the element for a small utility vehicle. I am not giving up my extra 100HP either for the little bread truck. Wife can keep the element. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seanrose Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 im actually living out of my wagon at the moment. driving around states and stuff. im either crashing on a friends sofa or sleeping in the back. i <3 my wagon :] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGTLW Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 ^ +1 when I have more than a week off I do the same. So good! Great in ski towns after the bar. Get a cougar or hang tight in re wagon, either way you feel like a winner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-lo Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 you need one of these http://www.golittleguy.com/cms/component/option,com_zoom/Itemid,77/ 258k miles - Stock engine/minor suspension upgrades/original shocks/rear struts replaced at 222k/4 passenger side wheel bearings/3 clutches/1 radiator/3 turbos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
one bad bg Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 ok so this might be dumb but i had an 05 exlporer and the interior SPACE is almost the same as my 99 bg. for a road trip one time with my friends i bought a wallmart twin size inflatable matress and it worked perfect with the back seats folded down.... now that was in an explorer so take measurments b 4 u buy cause i dont want to be held responsible for the 30 bucks for the matress lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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