Transform Your AI Assistant into a ShipMyCar Expert
The ShipMyCar MCP Server empowers AI assistants like Claude, ChatGPT, and custom chatbots to provide instant, accurate vehicle shipping quotes through natural conversation. No forms, no complex APIs - just conversational commerce at its finest.
Perfect for: AI developers, chatbot platforms, customer service automation, and anyone building conversational interfaces that need vehicle shipping capabilities.
Why Choose MCP Integration?
Natural Language Interface
Users interact conversationally - no forms or technical knowledge needed
Progressive Information Collection
AI guides users through providing only the necessary information
Context-Aware Responses
Intelligent prompts based on quote type and collected information
Real-time Validation
Input validation with helpful error messages and suggestions
Session Management
Maintains conversation context across multiple interactions
Direct API Integration
Connects directly to ShipMyCar's pricing engine for accurate quotes
See It In Action
Here's how your AI assistant can handle real customer inquiries:
Example: Domestic UK Shipping
User: I need to ship a 2018 BMW 3 Series from London to Manchester
AI: I'll help you get a shipping quote for your BMW. Let me collect the details...
[AI uses collect_quote_info tool]
AI: I have all the information needed. Your quote for shipping the 2018 BMW 3 Series from London to Manchester is:
UK Road Transport: £377.42 (+ £62.90 VAT)
Total Cost: £440.32
This includes fully insured transport by our specialist vehicle transporters. Would you like to proceed with this quote?Example: HMRC Customs Quote
User: How much to import a car worth €30,000 from Germany?
AI: I'll calculate the customs fees for importing your vehicle from Germany. I need a few more details...
[AI collects vehicle information via collect_quote_info]
AI: For importing a €30,000 vehicle from Germany to the UK:
Import VAT (20%): £5,000.00
Import Duty: £0 (EU imports typically 0% duty)
HMRC Processing: £150.00
Total Import Costs: £5,150.00
These are estimated costs. Would you like a complete quote including transport?Example: Full Import Service
User: I need the complete cost for importing and registering a 2020 Tesla Model 3
AI: I'll get you a comprehensive quote covering shipping, customs, and DVLA registration. Let me gather the necessary information...
[AI guides through all required information]
AI: Here's your complete import and registration quote:
Transport Services:
- EU to UK Transport: £2,540.50
- Includes collection, ferry, UK delivery
Import Costs:
- Import VAT: £6,000.00
- Import Duty: £0
- HMRC Processing: £150.00
DVLA Registration:
- IVA Test: £199.00
- DVLA First Registration: £55.00
- UK Number Plates: £25.00 (+ £5 VAT)
Total Cost: £8,974.50
Would you like to proceed with this comprehensive service?Technical Capabilities
Our MCP server provides enterprise-grade features for seamless integration:
| Capability | Details |
|---|---|
| Multi-Quote Support | Handle different quote types (shipping, customs, DVLA, full service) in a single conversation |
| Field Validation | Real-time validation of vehicle years, postcodes, currency codes, and more |
| Smart Defaults | Intelligent defaults for common scenarios (e.g., GBP currency for UK routes) |
| Error Recovery | Graceful handling of invalid inputs with helpful correction suggestions |
| Session Persistence | 24-hour session retention for interrupted conversations |
| Comprehensive Pricing | Includes all costs: transport, customs, testing, registration, taxes |
Available MCP Tools
The ShipMyCar MCP Server provides four specialised tools that AI assistants can use to generate quotes:
| Tool | Description | Usage | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
collect_quote_info | Progressively collects information needed for a quote through natural conversation | Start a conversation about needing a shipping quote | "I need to ship a car from London to Edinburgh" |
get_quote_status | Shows what information has been collected and what's still needed | Ask about quote progress | "What information do you still need for my quote?" |
generate_quote | Generates the final quote once all required information is collected | Automatically triggered when all info is complete | Returns detailed cost breakdown with all services |
reset_quote | Clears the current quote session to start over | When you want to get a different quote | "Let's start over with a new quote" |
Supported Quote Types
The MCP server can generate quotes for all ShipMyCar services:
| Quote Type | Description | Required Information |
|---|---|---|
car-shipping | Complete vehicle transportation including collection, shipping, and delivery | Vehicle details, collection/delivery addresses, shipping preferences |
hmrc-customs | HMRC customs clearance and import tax calculation | Vehicle value, import type, ownership status, origin country |
dvla-registration | DVLA registration services including testing requirements | Vehicle details, type, modification status, age |
full-quote | Comprehensive quote covering all services | Combination of all above fields |
Simple Integration Process
Getting started with the ShipMyCar MCP Server is straightforward:
- Request Access: Contact api@shipmycar.co.uk for API credentials
- Install Server: Clone repository and install dependencies
- Configure AI: Add MCP server to your AI assistant configuration
- Start Quoting: Your AI can now generate ShipMyCar quotes
Security & Compliance
- Secure Authentication: API key-based access control
- Session Isolation: Each conversation is completely isolated
- Data Privacy: No personal data stored beyond 24-hour sessions
- Rate Limiting: Built-in protection against abuse
- Audit Trail: All API calls logged for compliance
Get Started Today
Ready to enhance your AI assistant with ShipMyCar's vehicle shipping expertise?
Request MCP Server Access
Contact our API team to get your credentials and integration support
Email api@shipmycar.co.ukSupport & Resources
- Technical Support: Available during UK business hours
- Integration Assistance: We'll help you get up and running
- API Documentation: Comprehensive guides and examples
- Updates: Regular improvements and new features
For technical questions or support, contact api@shipmycar.co.uk