{"id":453,"date":"2019-03-13T17:30:47","date_gmt":"2019-03-13T17:30:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cashforcarsindianapolis.com\/blog\/?p=453"},"modified":"2023-01-28T19:11:30","modified_gmt":"2023-01-28T19:11:30","slug":"how-much-is-an-old-catalytic-converter-worth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cashforcarsindianapolis.com\/blog\/how-much-is-an-old-catalytic-converter-worth\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much is an Old Catalytic Converter Worth?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Catalytic converters are special automotive parts because\nthey contain precious metal. If you have a junk car that still contains an\nintact catalytic converter, you can expect a higher payout at a local salvage\nyard. Additionally, if you have one or more catalytic converters that you wish\nto sell, you can stand to make a wad of cash in doing so. But how much are\ncatalytic converters actually worth? What about older model catalytic converters?\nAre they still valuable? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Continue reading to learn more about the value of catalytic\nconverters, including the current metal prices as of this week.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Properties of Catalytic Converters<br><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"763\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cashforcarsindianapolis.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Sell-Catalytic-Converter-Indianapolis-Indiana-e1552498147769-1024x763.jpg\" alt=\"Sell an Old or Broken Catalytic Converter! 317-450-3721\" class=\"wp-image-454\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cashforcarsindianapolis.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Sell-Catalytic-Converter-Indianapolis-Indiana-e1552498147769-1024x763.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cashforcarsindianapolis.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Sell-Catalytic-Converter-Indianapolis-Indiana-e1552498147769-300x224.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cashforcarsindianapolis.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Sell-Catalytic-Converter-Indianapolis-Indiana-e1552498147769-768x572.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cashforcarsindianapolis.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Sell-Catalytic-Converter-Indianapolis-Indiana-e1552498147769.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Sell an Old or Broken Catalytic Converter! 317-450-3721<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Catalytic converters contain various precious metals, such as palladium, rhodium, and as previously mentioned, platinum. Furthermore, catalytic converters contain other valuable metals, such as ceramic or metal foil and metal shielding. Platinum is a rare, naturally-occurring metal often used for fine jewelry, but has also found a calling in the automotive engineering industry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You see, platinum is used for catalytic converters because of its high melting points, resistance to corrosion, and density levels. This makes it well-suited for catalytic applications, such as catalytic converters. Best of all, platinum maintains its value since it can be recycled and reused over and over again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Market Value for Platinum<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>This means that old or tarnished platinum is virtually equivalent in value as newly-manufactured platinum. Platinum is priced by weight on the metal market, and fluctuates depending on various factors, included changes in national and international economics. The worth of platinum metal can also vary depending on the quality and grade, however, it generally retains high economic value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"background-color:#c9dae1\" class=\"has-background has-medium-font-size\">&#x2b50; As of March 13<sup>th<\/sup>, the current market value for platinum is $ 27,258.69 per kilo, $ 847.84 per ounce, and $27.26 per gram.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Market Value for Catalytic Converters<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>There are usually between 3 and 7 grams of platinum group\nmetals in a standard catalytic converter. This means that the average quantity\nof platinum inside ranges between 0.10 and 0.24 ounces. So how much can you\nexpect your catalytic converter to be worth? Well, with these prices averages,\nyou can expect a medium to large, intact catalytic converter to retain around $100\nworth of platinum, give or take; but you must also consider the buyers\u2019 fees.\nThis means that you can expect to recover a profit between $50 and $80,\ndepending on the size of your catalytic converter. Again, this varies depending\non various factors, including your particular buyer. Smaller catalytic\nconverters will range in value between $25 and $75, depending on the same\nfactors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Sell Used Auto Parts in Indianapolis<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"142\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cashforcarsindianapolis.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/banner2-Copy-300x142.jpg\" alt=\"Sell a Junk Vehicle 317-450-3721\" class=\"wp-image-351\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cashforcarsindianapolis.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/banner2-Copy-300x142.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cashforcarsindianapolis.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/banner2-Copy.jpg 422w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Call Zore\u2019s Inc. Cash for Cars at 317-450-3721<\/strong> if you need to <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"sell junk car parts in Indianapolis (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cashforcarsindianapolis.com\" target=\"_blank\">sell junk car parts in Indianapolis<\/a>, Indiana. We pay cash on the spot for all junk cars, trucks, boats, SUVs, construction equipment, and motorcycles. With more than 75 years in business, you can trust that Indianapolis Cash for Cars provides honest customer service and pays the most for junk vehicles <br>in Indiana. Request a free estimate, today!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Catalytic converters are special automotive parts because they contain precious metal. If you have a junk car that still contains an intact catalytic converter, you can expect a higher payout at a local salvage yard. 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