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VIN Decoder API

GET /specs

200 OK
GETapi.carsxe.com/specs?vin=WBAFR7C57CC811956
Response
{
  "success": true,
  "input": {
    "vin": "WBAFR7C57CC811956"
  },
  "attributes": {
    "year": "2012",
    "make": "BMW",
    "model": "650i",
    "trim": "Base",
    "body_type": "Convertible",
    "engine": "4.4L V8 DOHC 32V Twin-Turbo",
    "horsepower": "400 hp",
    "transmission": "Automatic",
    "drivetrain": "RWD",
    "fuel_type": "Gasoline",
    "doors": "2",
    "msrp": "$91,300"
  }
}
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The Vehicle Data API for Developers — VIN Decoder, Plate Lookup, Market Value & More

One API key. 12+ endpoints. 50+ countries. Decode VINs, look up license plates, retrieve market values, and pull vehicle history reports in seconds — all from a single REST API.

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VIN Decoder
Plate Decoder
Market Value
History Report
Vehicle Images
Recall Data
VIN OCR
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Simple Integration

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No complex onboarding. No lengthy contracts. Start building immediately.

01

Get Your API Key

Sign up in 30 seconds. Your API key is generated instantly — no sales call required.

# 1. Sign up at carsxe.com/signin
# 2. Copy your key from the dashboard

export CARSXE_API_KEY="cxe_live_..."
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02

Make Your First Call

Use simple REST endpoints with your key. Responses come back in JSON, under 120ms.

curl "https://api.carsxe.com/specs\
  ?key=cxe_live_...\
  &vin=WBAFR7C57CC811956"

# Response: { "make": "BMW", "model": "650i" ... }
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03

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From 100 calls to 10M+, our infrastructure scales with you. Pay only for what you use.

// Use our official SDKs
import { CarsXE } from "carsxe-api";
const client = new CarsXE("cxe_live_...");

const specs = await client.specs({
  vin: "WBAFR7C57CC811956"
});
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Comprehensive API Suite

Every vehicle data endpoint you need. All in one place.

From VIN decoding to market valuations, access rich automotive data through a single, developer-friendly API.

Specifications

The all-in-one VIN decoder for any vehicle

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International VIN Decoder

Instantly decode any VIN worldwide

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Plate Decoder

Decode license plates and get vehicle information

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Images

Get images of any vehicle

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Custom Images

Next-generation vehicle images

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History

Get a detailed history report of any vehicle

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Market Value

Get the market value of any vehicle

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Vehicle Recalls

Retrieve vehicle recall information using a VIN

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Plate Image Recognition

Recognize license plates from images

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VIN Optical Character Recognition

Extract VINs from images using OCR technology

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Year Make Model

Get vehicle data from its year, make, and model

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OBD Codes Decoder

Get diagnosis message of your ODB code

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Lien & Theft Check

Check for active liens and theft records via VIN

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SDKs & Integrations

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Industries We Serve

Built for the entire automotive ecosystem

From dealerships to insurtech startups, CarsXE powers thousands of businesses across every corner of the automotive industry.

Car Dealerships

Enhance listings with real-time specs, images, and market values to close deals faster.

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Insurance

Automate risk assessment, fraud prevention, and accurate claim processing.

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Car Rental

Streamline fleet identification, vehicle history checks, and inventory management.

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Auto Finance

Power underwriting with detailed vehicle data, history reports, and market valuations.

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Auto Repair

Access specifications, recall data, and OBD codes to diagnose and service vehicles.

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Warranty Services

Evaluate coverage eligibility, assess conditions, and expedite claims processing.

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Parking & Valet

Identify vehicles by plate, determine dimensions, and detect EV/hybrid status.

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Auto Tech Startups

Build your automotive product on reliable, scalable vehicle data infrastructure.

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Fleet Management

Track, monitor, and manage fleet assets with comprehensive vehicle intelligence.

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No-Code Dashboard

Don't want to code? Use our dashboard.

Search any VIN, license plate, or vehicle — get instant results through our intuitive web dashboard. Perfect for ops teams, analysts, and non-technical stakeholders.

Look up vehicles individually or in bulk
Export results as CSV or JSON
Manage API keys, usage, and billing
Monitor real-time API call analytics
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CarsXE Dashboard — search VINs, plates, and vehicles with zero code

How We Compare

The most comprehensive vehicle data API

See why developers and enterprises choose CarsXE over legacy providers.

FeatureCarsXECarfaxKBBDataOne
Global VIN Coverage
Global License Plate/Registration # Lookup
Real-time Market Value
Vehicle History Reports
Vehicle Image Library
Recall Data
OCR for VIN/Plate Images
OBD Code Decoder
Developer-Friendly API
Transparent Pay-Per-Call
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Customer Stories

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Hear from the developers and product leaders who rely on CarsXE every day.

“CarsXE offers MotorTango's customers accurate and reliable vehicle data across many makes and models. Their VIN decoder and specs API are second to none.”
Andy Liakos

Andy Liakos

CTO, MotorTango

“The API is super easy to integrate and the data quality is consistently excellent. We've reduced our vehicle onboarding time by 70% since switching to CarsXE.”

Senior Director of Software

Major Parking App

“The Recall API is a game changer for our warranty platform. Real-time recall data integrated directly into our workflow — our customers love the transparency.”
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Founder & CEO, PAM

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