The criterion that determines the value in assessment of a classical vehicle is the condition in which it has been maintained and preserved. This is subdivided into individual condition grades. Each of these 5 condition grades can of course be assigned a market value. The condition grades were developed in the year 1984 by Jochen Strauch, the founder of Classic Data, and published for the first time in 1985 in the magazine "Oldtimer-Markt".
| Grade 1 |
Perfect condition. No defects as regards technology, visual appearance, and history (originality).
Vehicles from the absolute top class. Unused original (museum car) or top vehicle fully restored with new parts. As new (or better).
Very rare! |
| Grade 2 |
Good condition. Free of deficiencies, but with slight (!) traces of use. Original
or restored in line with accepted technical principles and at high cost. No missing or additionally mounted parts (exception: if required by road traffic regulations). |
| Grade 3 |
Used condition. Normal traces related to age. Minor deficiencies, but fully ready to drive. No rust damage. No immediate work necessary.
Not beautiful, but ready to use. |
| Grade 4 |
Consumed condition. Only conditionally ready to drive. Immediately work necessary.
Slight to medium rust damage. Some smaller parts are missing or are defective. Partially restored. Easy to repair (or restore). |
| Grade 5 |
Condition requiring restoration. Not ready to drive. Poorly restored or.
partially or completely dismantled. Greater investments necessary, but can still be restored.
Missing parts. |
