How to Use the CarAPI MCP in Cursor

Q: How does Cursor use CarAPI to write TypeScript interfaces?

Cursor calls getvehicles to grab a sample payload from the database. It then uses that real JSON structure to write accurate, strongly-typed TypeScript interfaces for your application.

Q: How do I get a list of all body styles for my database seed file?

Ask the editor to generate a seed script. The agent runs getbodies to pull the complete list of body types and writes them straight into your migration file.

Generate code with real vehicle specs and MSRP data using Cursor Agent and CarAPI.

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Feed real automotive data into Cursor code generation

Cursor uses the `get_vehicles` tool to inject real vehicle specs, MSRPs, and trim levels directly into your active code files. You write real code against actual API responses instead of guessing with mock objects. While you write a car comparison feature, the editor runs `get_models` to populate your frontend dropdowns with real data. Your Cursor agent writes the exact parsing logic based on the actual JSON structure returned by the server.

Validate schemas using this automotive MCP Server

This MCP Server lets your Cursor editor run `get_engines` and `get_drives` to verify exact data types for mechanical specs. You catch mismatch bugs before committing your code. The agent queries `get_transmissions` to see how gearbox data is structured. Cursor then writes typed interfaces matching the exact payload format, saving you from reading API documentation.

Build dynamic automotive filters with Cursor Agent

Cursor calls `get_makes` and `get_years` to map out the complete database structure directly inside your workspace. You can build complex year-by-year filtering logic without leaving your file. The agent uses `get_bodies` to write precise CSS classes or database schemas for different car body types. You get working, production-ready code that matches the actual database values.

Setup guide

Set up CarAPI MCP in Cursor

Prerequisites

Cursor installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP Settings

Go to Cursor Settings → MCP or open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P) and search for "MCP: Add Server".
2

Add the CarAPI MCP

Cursor will create or open .cursor/mcp.json in your project root. Paste the JSON snippet on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Enable Agent mode

Open Composer (Cmd+I / Ctrl+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown at the top. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode.
4

Verify the connection

Ask Cursor something like "List my recent CarAPI transactions." If the MCP tools are loaded correctly, Cursor will call the CarAPI tools automatically. You can also check Settings → MCP for a green status indicator.

.cursor/mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "carapi-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about CarAPI MCP in Cursor

Cursor calls `get_vehicles` to grab a sample payload from the database. It then uses that real JSON structure to write accurate, strongly-typed TypeScript interfaces for your application.

Yes, you can. Ask the Cursor agent to build the UI, and it will use `get_makes` and `get_models` to write the exact backend queries and frontend state logic.

The server integrates directly with Cursor's Agent mode. The agent calls the tools automatically whenever your code prompts require real vehicle specifications or trim details.

Ask the editor to generate a seed script. The agent runs `get_bodies` to pull the complete list of body types and writes them straight into your migration file.

No, only the specific parameters needed for vehicle spec and MSRP queries are sent to the endpoint. Vinkius hosts the MCP server in a zero-trust sandbox, keeping your proprietary code files and local workspace completely isolated.

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