This is a list of all tools required for creating own custom cars.

SDK tools

MakeP3D or ZModeler p3d Export

converter/exporter to create .p3d files of your 3d models


ShowP3D (optional)

view your car body with the game engine

Car Manager (optional)

share your custom cars with others

Third party tools

ZModeler, 3ds Max, Maya

(or other 3d modelling tool)

create the 3d model of your custom car


Gimp, Paint.net, Photoshop (or other graphics application)

create the car's textures

text editor (notepad etc.)

edit physical and game relevant parameters