Schwacke Katalog
Understanding the Schwacke Katalog: A Comprehensive Guide
Members of the ADAC (German Automobile Club) can access the "Auto-Wert" tool, which aggregates Schwacke and DAT data. This is the best free resource for members.
- Publisher: EurotaxSchwacke GmbH (part of the EurotaxGlass group).
- Frequency: Updated monthly to reflect market fluctuations.
- Authority: It is recognized by courts, insurance companies, banks, and dealers as the objective standard for vehicle valuation.
The authority of the Schwacke Katalog is not derived from a magic formula but from a rigorous, multi-layered methodology. Its foundation is a vast, continuously harvested dataset. Schwacke collects anonymized, real-world transaction data from a network of thousands of sources, including major franchise dealerships, independent used car lots, leasing companies, bank repossession departments, and fleet operators. This is complemented by wholesale auction data from platforms like Auto1 and BCA . By aggregating prices that are actually paid (not just asking prices), the catalogue avoids the inflated “wishful thinking” bias common on consumer listing sites. schwacke katalog
