TheCarApi

TheCarApi REST API

REST/JSON API for multi-source vehicle auction inventory, search, facets, auction detail and price history, VIN history, market intel, classifieds, and import cost calculation. API key required for live calls; docs and specs are unauthenticated.

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Documentation

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Documentation
https://thecarapi.com/docs

Specifications

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OpenAPI
https://thecarapi.com/openapi.json

Other Resources

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PostmanCollection
https://thecarapi.com/thecarapi.postman_collection.json
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LLMsTxt
https://thecarapi.com/llms.txt
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APIsJSON
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/api-evangelist/thecarapi/refs/heads/main/apis.yml

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