CarScout MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install CarScout in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http carscout https://mcp.usecarscout.com/mcp

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "carscout": {
      "url": "https://mcp.usecarscout.com/mcp"
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the CarScout MCP server do?

Search used car inventory, check NHTSA recalls, decode VINs, and manage automated search scouts.

Is the CarScout MCP server free?

The server is free, but you will likely need an account. The server itself is free, but it connects to a service that needs an account or API key, which may have paid tiers. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does CarScout run locally or remotely?

Remote. Hosted by the provider. You connect with a URL, nothing to install.

How do I add CarScout to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http carscout https://mcp.usecarscout.com/mcp

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