Phone

+ 49 (0) 2206 95 900

Email

info@kukuk.com

Opening Hours

Mon - Sat: 7AM - 8PM

Valuation report

Our top priority is an objective and detailed examination.

ATTENTION TO DETAIL.

To this end, various forensic and scientific methods are regularly used during our examinations so that we can incorporate objective, scientific findings into our expert opinions.

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Originality and authenticity

Fälschern auf der Spur mit wissenschaftlichen Methoden aus der Kriminaltechnik

SCIENCE MEETS HISTORY.

- scientific analysis of materials
- Clarification of the originality and authenticity of historical components
-scientific and objective search for traces and evidence

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Originality and authenticity

Damage appraisal classic car

For racing and sports cars, classic cars and motorbikes - all special motor vehicles!

THE NETWORK COUNTS.

Wir stehen seit 1986 für das, was sich jeder Autofahrer im Schadenfall wünscht: eine schnelle, transparente und kompetente Betreuung. Wir kommen zu Ihnen oder Ihre Wunschwerkstatt und begutachten Ihr Fahrzeug vor Ort.

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Damage appraisal classic car

Consulting

Everything about buying and selling, repairs, restorations, originality, value and market assessment.

ANYWHERE & ANYTIME.

- Restoration and repair support
- Vehicle condition assessment and advice on conservation, value enhancement and preservation of cultural assets
- Advice on Concours d'Elegance

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Consulting

E-cars / Hybrid

The electrical components must already be examined when assessing accident damage to an electric / hybrid vehicle.

FUTURE-PROOF.

Only qualified personnel are authorised to carry out repairs on such vehicles. Due to the high-voltage system, electrically instructed personnel are required.

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E-cars / Hybrid

Damage appraisal

For new and used cars
We are there for you in the liability and comprehensive damage area!

PRESENT, TRANSPARENT & COMPETENT.

With an advanced combination of concentrated expertise and digital progress, we serve our clients with the individual urgency and attention they need, on the spot!

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Kukuk News

The latest news, explanatory films, interviews and publications on the subject of cars!

Seasons Greetings 2022

Es ist wieder soweit. Die Tage werden kürzer, der Schnee verzaubert die Landschaft und unsere Schätze stehen in den Garagen. Wir möchten uns bei Ihnen für ein erfolgreiches Jahr 2022 bedanken. Sie haben uns mit vielen spannenden Themen beschäftigt, mit tollen Herausforderungen und wir durften ungewöhnliche Fahrzeuge besichtigen.

Kukuk-Weihnachtstour 2022

Weihnachtstour 2022 – Seit 1988 besuchen wir jedes Jahr unsere Kunden und Freunde, bedanken uns für das erfolgreiche Jahr und planen gemeinsame neue Projekte für das neue Jahr. Hier ist ein kleiner Einblick in unsere diesjährige Tour!

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A passion that unites.

About us

 
Seit über 40 Jahren spezialisieren wir uns auf die naturwissenschaftliche und objektive Untersuchung von Fahrzeugen aller Art, mit besonderem Fokus auf Sonderfahrzeuge wie Oldtimer und Renn- / Sportwagen. Dabei sind Fachwissen, Leidenschaft, Kompetenz und Transparenz unsere Leitattribute.

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Overview of our natural science services

We place the greatest value on: Professional competence, quality and transparency

Material analysis by means of spectrometry

  • Spectrometry, as a forensic scientific method of checking the originality and authenticity of a vehicle, has been used in our engineering office since 1986.
  • Dating of metallic materials
  • Non-invasive, mobile and can be used at any time
  • Comparative studies
  • Verification of year of manufacture and manufacturer period
  • Cooperation with sworn material analysts, chemical laboratories and universities
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Best Package

Valuation report

€ from698.00
  • Extensive vehicle inspection and vehicle condition assessment according to assemblies
  • Market analysis and market value determination
  • Lacquer layer thickness measurement
  • Insurance appraisal
  • If necessary, endoscopy of the cavities and combustion chambers
  • Recovery value calculation
  • Insurance appraisal
Remuneration at a glance

Material thickness measurement

  • Ultrasound for coating thickness measurement of paint and metal
  • by means of eddy current, magnetic inductive or ultrasound method
  • Comparison of the values with the technical drawings of the vehicle manufacturer
  • Sheet metal thickness measurement for originality testing and safety
  • for determining the initial paint, filler and paint build-up and the quality of sheet metal, fibreglass and carbon surfaces
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Magneto Optical Method

  • Matching Number Verification
  • Revealing hidden digits, double strokes, grinding marks
  • For almost 7 years we have been able to examine embossed markings on vehicles NON-INVASIVELY and in 95 % of the cases we have a meaningful result.
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Damage appraisal

  • Competent and technically trained automotive experts
  • Repair support and advice
  • Hull and liability damage
  • Detailed calculation of the repair costs incurred & agreement with the repair workshop
  • Determination of the vehicle value
  • Determination of replacement and, if applicable, residual value
  • Determination of the mercantile depreciation
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3D scan / model

  • 3D scan for damage and repair assessment
  • Spare parts production
  • Supporting the restoration e.g. by making a tapping model
  • Comparative investigation and detailed assessment
  • Evaluation of repair and restoration
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2D and 3D X-ray

  • Material failure e.g. cracks and blowholes in the material core
  • Material compaction recognisable
  • Imprinting examination

History research

€ from250.00

Certificate / data card procurement

€ from100.00

Oil analysis

€47.00/aggregate
  • Determine wear condition
  • Early problem detection before damage occurs
  • Estimation of life expectancy
  • Conclusions about vehicle condition
  • % wear determination
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Weld seam inspection

€ from50.00
  • Visual inspection: welding procedure, quality, positioning
  • FEP (dye penetrant testing)
  • PT test method
  • Non-destructive materials testing
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Endoscopy

€ from50.00
  • Visual and assembly-free inspection of individual components (cylinders and cavities in the vehicle frame) e.g. for corrosion and rust detection
  • Inspection of the cylinder to detect engine damage
  • Assessment of the condition of individual cavities
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We will be happy to advise you!

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Long term experience meets modern science and technology

Get to know our experienced team

working for you for over 40 years

Dipl.-Ing. Klaus Kukuk
Dipl.-Ing. Klaus KukukGermany's first publicly appointed and sworn expert for classic cars from the Cologne Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK)

Motor vehicle expert for damage and classic cars
Expert for vehicles with electric drive
High-voltage vehicles

Dipl.-Ing. Klaus Kukuk
Dipl.-Ing. Klaus KukukGermany's first publicly appointed and sworn expert for classic cars from the Cologne Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK)

Motor vehicle expert for damage and classic cars
Expert for vehicles with electric drive
High-voltage vehicles

Automotive Engineer Laura Kukuk
Automotive Engineer Laura KukukMotor vehicle expert and classic car specialist, lecturer at the TH Cologne

Lecturer at the Faculty of Automotive Engineering, Cologne University of Applied Sciences
Expert in the field of motor vehicle damage, for racing / sports cars, classic cars and for vehicles with electric drive/high-voltage vehicles

Juror at various concours events such as Concours d'Elegance Pebble Beach and Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este since2017


Previously active

  • as a development engineer at McLaren Automotive
  • at B&F Touring-Garage with focus on engine construction under Peter Bazille
  • at HK-Engineering in the field of MB W 198 Coupé & Roadster
  • at Kremer Racing
  • at DP Motorsport
  • as Formula Student Team Leader

Automotive Engineer Laura Kukuk
Automotive Engineer Laura KukukMotor vehicle expert and classic car specialist, lecturer at the TH Cologne

Lecturer at the Faculty of Automotive Engineering, Cologne University of Applied Sciences
Expert in the field of motor vehicle damage, for racing / sports cars, classic cars and for vehicles with electric drive/high-voltage vehicles

Juror at various concours events such as Concours d'Elegance Pebble Beach and Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este since2017


Previously active

  • as a development engineer at McLaren Automotive
  • at B&F Touring-Garage with focus on engine construction under Peter Bazille
  • at HK-Engineering in the field of MB W 198 Coupé & Roadster
  • at Kremer Racing
  • at DP Motorsport
  • as Formula Student Team Leader

Master mechanic Jürgen Schlegel
Master Motor Vehicle Technician Jürgen SchlegelMotor vehicle expert and engine specialist.
Master mechanic Jürgen Schlegel
Master Motor Vehicle Technician Jürgen SchlegelMotor vehicle expert and engine specialist.
Melinda Olma
Melinda OlmaOffice clerk

working in the company since 01.09.2003, apprenticeship as automotive saleswoman from 2001-2003

Apprenticeship as office clerk in the company from 2003-2005

Melinda Olma
Melinda OlmaOffice clerk

working in the company since 01.09.2003, apprenticeship as automotive saleswoman from 2001-2003

Apprenticeship as office clerk in the company from 2003-2005

Luisa Schmidt
Luisa SchmidtOffice clerk

Active in the company since 2022

Luisa Schmidt
Luisa SchmidtOffice clerk

Active in the company since 2022

Irena Sobota
Irena SobotaAccounting

in the company since 2021

Irena Sobota
Irena SobotaAccounting

in the company since 2021

Julian Brauner
Julian BraunerStud. Automotive Engineering (BA)

in the company since 2022

Student of automotive engineering at the TH Cologne

Julian Brauner
Julian BraunerStud. Automotive Engineering (BA)

in the company since 2022

Student of automotive engineering at the TH Cologne

Georgios Karakasidis
Georgios KarakasidisStud. Automotive Engineering (BA)

in the company since 2022

Student of automotive engineering at the TH Cologne

Georgios Karakasidis
Georgios KarakasidisStud. Automotive Engineering (BA)

in the company since 2022

Student of automotive engineering at the TH Cologne

What our customers think

References and feedback

Our clients value our work. We make sure that we help every client and offer our extensive expertise in a tailor-made way.

K. Meier300 SL Gutachten

Und vielen Dank nochmals für die perfekten SL 300 Gutachten

Dipl.-Ing. Anja KlieseGutachten

Das absolut hochwertigste Oldtimergutachten was ich je gesehen habe kam von Ihnen! Sehr detailliert und aussagekräftig.

Hans-Jörg BrockmannWertgutachten Ankauf

Ich bin begeistert von ihrer Arbeit. Es ist schön zu sehen das es noch Menschen gibt die Freude an der Arbeit haben.
Gerne nehme ich das gebundene Exemplar vorab.
Ich bedanke mich für die professionelle Arbeit.

Stephan König, URZSchadengutachten

Ich habe wirklich noch nie so konstant gute Gutachten erlebt, geschweige denn Gutachten die nicht einmal im geringsten von meiner Rechnung abweichen. Hut ab - es macht große Freude mit Ihnen zusammen zu arbeiten!

Ulf ThomasWertgutachten

Ich habe in meinem Leben schon viele Gutachten in meiner Hand gehabt aber das habe ich auch noch nicht gesehen - so aufwendig und detailliert. Ich bin beeindruckt!

Harald Schmitz, rewacoWertgutachten

Vielen Danke, das Gutachten ist super gut😊

Marcus Görig, RM SothebysAuthentifizierung / Gutachten

Ein wirklich großartiges Gutachten. Ich mag die Vergleichsbilder. Echt stark!

Holger BadstuberValuation report

Vielen Dank.
Tolle Arbeit !!!

Burkhard MüllerWertgutachten + Beratung

Ich danke Ihnen sehr für Ihre Hilfsbereitschaft in der Angelegenheit mit meinem Fahrzeug.
Nochmals Danke für Ihre Mühe.

Frank HeidenreichFerrari Dino appraisal

I wanted to thank you for sending me the expert opinion on the Dino. The hardback copy looks really great, and is very well laid out.

Beatrix Badura-YilmazElectro Physics

We would like to thank you again for the cooperation this year. It was really something new and we had a lot of fun.

Memminger Fine Convertibles1302-Cabrio expert opinion

We have never had such a detailed and well-prepared appraisal in our hands and will show this to our prospective buyers and customers. As a thank you and appreciation, we will send you documentation on the Beetle. You can be sure that we will recommend you to others.

Werner BurgmerVintage car appraisals

The way you examined a Mercedes impressed me and made me curious. In between, we spoke briefly and I asked you to look at my vehicles as well.

Christian DelfsWertgutachten

Really great work! I am thrilled!

Martin GattingerClassic car appraisal

Ms. Kukuk is a competent and friendly appraiser with a high level of knowledge regarding the restoration and maintenance of classic cars. She carried out the appraisal professionally and with a great deal of expertise.

Carl SimonsClassic car -claims handling

Thanks to the intensive commitment of the coordinators on the part of Kukuk, the process worked out wonderfully - for this I would like to express my appreciation and great thanks.
With kind regards

Stundenlohn Befragung

Sie sind ebenfalls im Oldtimerwesen unterwegs und wir würden uns sehr über Ihre Teilnahme an unserer Erhebung freuen!

Eine repräsentative Abfrage und Erhebung von Stundenverrechnungssätzen insbesondere im Bereich der Oldtimer und Sonderfahrzeuge gibt es nicht. Die DEKRA Erhebung zu den Stundenverrechnungssätzen wird den oldtimerspezifischen Anforderungen nicht gerecht. Daher haben wir uns dazu entschlossen nun jährlich eine Befragung bei repräsentativen Oldtimer-Fachbetrieben durchzuführen.

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