The Schwacke-Liste (Schwacke List) is Germany's most recognized benchmark for determining the residual value of used vehicles. First published in 1957 by Hanns W. Schwacke, it has evolved from a simple printed "Market Report for Used Cars" into a comprehensive digital database managed by EurotaxSchwacke GmbH. Core Function & Usage
Availability: Direct online access for private sellers was restricted around 2020; many now use local dealers or specialized appraisal services to get a "Schwacke-certified" value. Common Alternatives schwacke katalog
If Schwacke says your Dealer Buy price is €15,000 and Private Sale is €16,800, do not accept the dealer’s first offer of €14,500. Print the Schwacke page. Say: "According to TÜV SÜD Schwacke, the dealer purchase price is €15,000. My car has new tires and full dealership history. I want €15,500." This neutral data is hard to argue with. Vehicle values : The catalog lists vehicles by
Whether you are dealing with an insurance adjuster after a fender bender in Berlin, trading in your Audi A6 in Frankfurt, or settling a divorce estate in Hamburg, the Schwacke Katalog is the referee. along with their corresponding market values
Actual Transaction Prices: Real-world data from dealerships and auctions.
