How to Install FiveM Addon Cars

Adding new vehicles to your FiveM server can significantly enhance the gameplay experience. There are two main types of vehicles you can add: Addon vehicles and Replacement vehicles.

Addon Vehicles vs. Replacement Vehicles

Addon Vehicles: These do not replace any existing GTA 5 vehicles. They are recommended for adding multiple cars to your server without affecting the default vehicles.

Replacement Vehicles: These replace existing GTA 5 vehicles with new ones. While less common, some players prefer this method for specific purposes.

How to Add an Addon Vehicle

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Find and Download the Vehicle Pack
   • Locate a vehicle or vehicle pack you wish to add (e.g., LSPD Mega Pack 229).
   • Download the pack, ensuring you choose the latest ADDON version if given an option.
2. Prepare Your Server Directory
   • Decide where to place the vehicles in your server directory. A common practice is to use a [cars] folder within the FiveM directory.
3. Add the Vehicle Files
   • Drag and drop the main folder containing the stream folder and fxmanifest.lua into your chosen directory.
   • If the pack uses __resource.lua instead of fxmanifest.lua, you may need to create an fxmanifest.lua. Use the example below as a template:

fx_version 'cerulean'
author 'CAR PACK CREATOR'
description '<Department> Vehicle Pack, created by <Creator>!'
game 'gta5'

files {
    'data/**/*.meta',
}

data_file 'HANDLING_FILE'            'data/**handling*.meta'
data_file 'VEHICLE_METADATA_FILE'    'data/**/vehicles*.meta'
data_file 'CARCOLS_FILE'             'data/**/carcols*.meta'
data_file 'VEHICLE_VARIATION_FILE'   'data/**/carvariations*.meta'

4. Update Your Server Configuration
   • Navigate to your server.cfg file and add the following lines to ensure the vehicle pack is loaded:

plaintextCode kopieren# Vehicle Pack(s)
ensure [cars]

Example server.cfg

#  Server Information  #
########################
endpoint_add_tcp "0.0.0.0:30120"
endpoint_add_udp "0.0.0.0:30120"
sv_maxclients 64
sv_enforceGameBuild 2802
load_server_icon logo.png
sv_licenseKey "CHANGEME"
sv_hostname "CHANGEME"
set steam_webApiKey "CHANGEME"
sets sv_projectName "CHANGEME"
sets sv_projectDesc "CHANGEME"
sets locale "en-US"
sets tags "roleplay, standalone, vMenu, Modded-Vehicles, Modded-EUP"
sets Discord "https://discord.gg/<link>"
sets Website "CHANGEME"
sets banner_detail "<Image>"

########################
#    Default Files     #
########################
ensure mapmanager
ensure chat
ensure spawnmanager
ensure sessionmanager
ensure basic-gamemode
ensure hardcap
ensure RageUI
ensure NativeUI

########################
#    Vehicle Files     #
########################
ensure [cars]

########################
#    System Admins     #
########################
add_ace group.admin command allow
add_ace group.admin command.quit deny
add_principal identifier.fivem:<ID> group.admin

sv_maxclients 64

How to Add a Replacement Vehicle

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Find and Download the Vehicle Pack
   • Locate a vehicle or vehicle pack you wish to add (e.g., LSPD Legacy Pack 81).
   • Download the pack, ensuring you choose the latest REPLACEMENT version if given an option.
2. Prepare Your Server Directory
   • Decide where to place the vehicles in your server directory. A common practice is to use a [cars] folder within the FiveM directory.
3. Add the Vehicle Files
   • Drag and drop the main folder containing the stream folder and fxmanifest.lua into your chosen directory.
   • If the pack uses __resource.lua instead of fxmanifest.lua, you may need to create an fxmanifest.lua. Use the example below as a template:

fx_version 'cerulean'
author 'CAR PACK CREATOR'
description '<Department> Vehicle Pack, created by <Creator>!'
game 'gta5'

files {
    'data/**/*.meta',
}

data_file 'HANDLING_FILE'            'data/**handling*.meta'
data_file 'VEHICLE_METADATA_FILE'    'data/**/vehicles*.meta'
data_file 'CARCOLS_FILE'             'data/**/carcols*.meta'
data_file 'VEHICLE_VARIATION_FILE'   'data/**/carvariations*.meta'

4. Update Your Server Configuration
   • Navigate to your server.cfg file and add the following lines to ensure the vehicle pack is loaded:

plaintextCode kopieren# Vehicle Pack(s)
ensure [cars]

Example server.cfg

plaintextCode kopieren########################
#  Server Information  #
########################
endpoint_add_tcp "0.0.0.0:30120"
endpoint_add_udp "0.0.0.0:30120"
sv_maxclients 64
sv_enforceGameBuild 2802
load_server_icon logo.png
sv_licenseKey "CHANGEME"
sv_hostname "CHANGEME"
set steam_webApiKey "CHANGEME"
sets sv_projectName "CHANGEME"
sets sv_projectDesc "CHANGEME"
sets locale "en-US"
sets tags "roleplay, standalone, vMenu, Modded-Vehicles, Modded-EUP"
sets Discord "https://discord.gg/<link>"
sets Website "CHANGEME"
sets banner_detail "<Image>"
########################
#    Default Files     #
########################
ensure mapmanager
ensure chat
ensure spawnmanager
ensure sessionmanager
ensure basic-gamemode
ensure hardcap
ensure RageUI
ensure NativeUI
########################
#    Vehicle Files     #
########################
ensure [cars]
########################
#    System Admins     #
########################
add_ace group.admin command allow
add_ace group.admin command.quit deny
add_principal identifier.fivem:<ID> group.admin
sv_maxclients 64

Why Use a [cars] Folder?

Using a [cars] folder simplifies server management. When you ensure a folder with brackets via server.cfg, everything within that folder is automatically started on server startup. This method is more efficient and organized, especially when adding multiple vehicles.

Additional Notes

• Extra Files: Some vehicle packs may contain additional files. Always check the README.txt or README.md files within the downloaded zip for specific instructions.
• Need Help? If you encounter any issues or need further assistance, feel free to seek help by replying to community posts or joining relevant forums.