| Category | Value (€) | Meaning | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | €16,800 | The price a dealer is willing to pay immediately, cash on the table. | | Private Sale (Privat) | €18,500 | The estimated price for a private-to-private sale via eBay Kleinanzeigen or Mobile.de. | | Dealer Sell (Händler-VK) | €21,200 | The final price on the windshield sticker (including 1-year warranty, new TÜV, detailing). |
This comprehensive guide will explore the history, methodology, and practical applications of the Schwacke Katalog, while comparing it to competitors like DAT and Eurotax. The Schwacke Katalog (often referred to simply as "Schwacke" or "Schwacke List") is a leading German guide for used car valuation. Published by Schwacke, a subsidiary of the renowned motor vehicle auditing firm TÜV SÜD (Technical Inspection Association), the catalog provides standardized, market-reflective price data for passenger cars, motorcycles, and commercial vehicles. schwacke katalog
Note: Always adjust for condition. Schwacke assumes "average condition" (fahrbereit mit Mängeln). A mint car or one with accident damage will deviate from these figures. Users often confuse the three major German valuation tools. Here is the breakdown: | Category | Value (€) | Meaning |