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title: How to Install Custom Vehicles in FiveM
description: Add custom vehicles to your FiveM server for a unique experience! Learn how to install and configure custom cars, trucks, and more.
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published: "2025-03-10T14:38:56.000Z"
updated: "2025-02-05T23:31:00.000Z"
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# How to Install Custom Vehicles in FiveM

Add custom vehicles to your FiveM server for a unique experience! Learn how to install and configure custom cars, trucks, and more.

Custom vehicles can bring a new level of excitement to your FiveM server, giving players access to cars that stand out from the default selection. Whether you're adding real-world models or unique designs, installing them correctly will help ensure they function as expected. This guide will take you through the process step-by-step!

**Note: Be sure that your FiveM server is fully stopped before making any configuration changes or setting updates!**

## Download the Custom Vehicle

1. Visit a modding website such as:

  - [GTA5-Mods](https://www.gta5-mods.com)
  - [FiveM Forums](https://forum.cfx.re)
  - [GTAinside](https://www.gtainside.com)
2. Find and download a **FiveM-compatible** vehicle.
3. Ensure the downloaded file includes `.ytd`, `.yft`, and `.meta` files.

## Create a Vehicle Folder

1. Go to the** Server Files** tab in your Nodecraft Control Panel.
2. Click on the `resources` folder.
3. **Create** a new folder and name it something like `customcar1`.  
  ![Creating the custom vehicle folder for a FiveM server](https://cms-a.nodecraft.com/f/133932/1908x848/a6b1e2219a/vehicle-create-folder.png/m/1000x0/smart)

## Add the Vehicle Files

1. Upload the custom car files into the `customcar1`folder you created. It should contain a `stream` folder as well as various `.meta` files and a `.lua` file.  
  ![Uploading the Custom Vehicle files for a FiveM server](https://cms-a.nodecraft.com/f/133932/1905x588/68f8db2690/custom-vehicle-files.png/m/1000x0/smart)

## Add the Vehicle to the Server Configuration

1. Open the `server.cfg` (located in the main server directory in the **Server Files** tab).
2. Add the following line at the bottom:

  `ensure customcar1`
3. **Save** the file.  
  ![Ensuring the Custom Vehicle files to load in the server.cfg file for a FiveM server](https://cms-a.nodecraft.com/f/133932/1903x883/1c04962c8c/ensure-custom-vehicle.png/m/1000x0/smart)

## Start the Server and Spawn the Vehicle

1. **Start **your FiveM server.
2. Once in-game, it is recommended to use another addon like vMenu or similar to spawn the custom vehicle.

## Troubleshooting

1. If the vehicle doesn’t appear, check the F8 console for errors.
2. Ensure all required `.meta` files are included.
3. Verify that the `stream` folder and `fxmanifest.lua` file are properly structured.

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## Conclusion

By following these steps, you can successfully add custom vehicles to your FiveM server. This allows for more variety and personalization in gameplay, enhancing the overall experience for players. If you encounter any issues, double-check your file paths, configuration settings, and server logs. Happy modding!

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