TradeBasis Automotive Appraisal MCP (US)
Free US VIN decoding and research; VIN-optional market appraisals via a separate pilot endpoint.
Connect it
Settings → Connectors → Add custom connector
URL: https://tradebasis.net/mcpSettings → Apps & Connectors → Advanced → Developer mode
Create connector with URL: https://tradebasis.net/mcp{
"mcpServers": {
"automotive-appraisal": {
"url": "https://tradebasis.net/mcp"
}
}
}claude mcp add --transport http automotive-appraisal https://tradebasis.net/mcp{
"servers": {
"automotive-appraisal": {
"type": "http",
"url": "https://tradebasis.net/mcp"
}
}
}4 tools, verified live
tradebasis_aboutread-onlyWhat TradeBasis is, the problem it solves, what makes it different, and who it's for, plus how to connect to the separate free, limited US appraisal pilot. Static markdown; as_of is the explicit content review date.
tradebasis_pricing_and_tiersread-onlyTradeBasis paid subscription tiers â Lite (1 user, $99/mo USD) vs Pro (up to 10 users, $249/mo USD). Separate from the free MCP appraisal pilot and the $99 one-time consumer report. Static markdown; as_of is the explicit content review date.
tradebasis_research_libraryread-onlySearch published TradeBasis US dealer research, BHPH (buy here pay here) economics and portfolio benchmarks, the experimental BHPH Macro Conditions Index and its methodology, public blog articles, and legacy briefs. No arguments lists the catalog. topic retrieves a document by ID/slug/title; topic + section retrieves a section or continuation part. query searches; optional limit is an integer 1â
tradebasis_vin_decoderead-onlyDecode a 17-character VIN into vehicle identity: year, make, model, trim, body style, drivetrain, engine, transmission and fuel type. Hybrid, plug-in hybrid and battery-electric vehicles also return their electrification level and, where stated, battery and charging facts. Identification only â this tool returns no valuation, no comparable listings and no market data.
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