Click on "Deploy Server".
Wait a few minutes for the server to deploy. Once ready, it will show a "Started" state.
In the chat, type @ followed by the MCP server name and your instructions, e.g., "@MCP Carvana Find a 2021 Toyota RAV4 under $25,000 with low mileage"
That's it! The server will respond to your query, and you can continue using it as needed.
Here is a step-by-step guide with screenshots.
MCP (Model Context Protocol) connector for Carvana — the online car marketplace. Enables AI assistants to help users search for vehicles, estimate financing, check trade-in values, and more.
npm install @striderlabs/mcp-carvanaOr run directly with npx:
npx @striderlabs/mcp-carvanaRelated MCP server: Smartcar MCP Server
Add to your MCP client configuration (e.g. Claude Desktop claude_desktop_config.json):
{
"mcpServers": {
"carvana": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "@striderlabs/mcp-carvana"]
}
}
}search_vehiclesSearch Carvana inventory with filters for make, model, year, price, mileage, body style, drivetrain, fuel type, and more.
get_vehicle_detailsGet full details for a specific vehicle by stock number or VIN.
get_financing_estimateCalculate estimated monthly payments based on vehicle price, down payment, credit tier, and loan term.
check_delivery_availabilityCheck whether Carvana delivers to a specific zip code and get estimated timeframes.
get_vehicle_historyRetrieve vehicle history report summary including accidents, owners, and service records.
get_trade_in_valueGet an estimated trade-in offer for your current vehicle based on make, model, year, mileage, and condition.
find_nearby_vending_machinesFind Carvana car vending machine pickup locations near a city or zip code.
compare_vehiclesCompare 2–4 vehicles side-by-side with a structured breakdown of key dimensions.
search_by_budgetFind vehicles that fit within a target monthly payment budget, with financing assumptions.
get_market_insightsGet market context for a specific make/model including pricing trends and inventory levels.
Search for a used Toyota RAV4 under $30,000:
"Find me a used Toyota RAV4 under $30,000 on Carvana"
Estimate monthly payment:
"What would my monthly payment be for a $25,000 car with $3,000 down over 60 months with good credit?"
Trade-in value:
"What's my 2019 Honda Accord with 45,000 miles worth as a trade-in?"
Budget search:
"What cars can I get on Carvana for $400/month with $2,000 down?"
# Install dependencies
npm install
# Build
npm run build
# Pack for distribution
npm packMIT
Check whether Carvana can deliver a vehicle to a specific zip code, and get estimated delivery timeframe and any associated fees.
Inputs: zip_code (required), stock_number.
Compare two or more Carvana vehicles side-by-side, showing key specs, price differences, mileage, features, and value metrics.
Inputs: stock_numbers (required).
Find Carvana car vending machine locations near a given city or zip code where customers can pick up their purchased vehicles.
Inputs: zip_code, city, state, radius_miles.
Calculate estimated monthly payment and financing options for a vehicle on Carvana based on price, down payment, credit score tier, and loan term.
Inputs: vehicle_price (required), down_payment, loan_term_months, credit_score_tier, +1 more.
Get current market insights for a specific vehicle make/model on Carvana, including average price, price trends, typical days-to-sell, and inventory levels.
Inputs: make (required), model (required), year.
Get an estimated trade-in value for your current vehicle on Carvana based on make, model, year, mileage, and condition.
Inputs: make (required), model (required), year (required), mileage (required), +4 more.
Get detailed information about a specific vehicle on Carvana by its stock number or VIN, including full specs, photos, price, and availability.
Inputs: stock_number, vin.
Retrieve vehicle history report summary for a Carvana listing, including accident history, number of owners, service records, and title status.
Inputs: stock_number, vin.
Find the best vehicles on Carvana that fit within a monthly payment budget, including financing assumptions.
Inputs: monthly_budget (required), down_payment, loan_term_months, credit_score_tier, +2 more.
Search for vehicles on Carvana by make, model, year, price range, and other filters. Returns a list of matching vehicles with basic details.
Inputs: make, model, year_min, year_max, +10 more.
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Scored across 10 tools
Every tool has a clearly distinct purpose with no overlap. For example, 'check_delivery_availability' focuses on delivery logistics, 'compare_vehicles' on side-by-side comparisons, and 'search_vehicles' on general filtering, making misselection unlikely.
All tool names follow a consistent verb_noun pattern with clear, descriptive verbs like 'check', 'compare', 'find', 'get', and 'search'. This uniformity enhances predictability and readability.
With 10 tools, the server is well-scoped for a car-buying domain, covering key workflows from search and comparison to financing and logistics. Each tool earns its place without feeling excessive or insufficient.
The toolset provides complete coverage for the car-buying process, including search, details, comparison, financing, trade-ins, market insights, delivery, and pickup locations. No obvious gaps exist that would hinder agent workflows.
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