Aftermarket Cat

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CURRENT PRICE $5.00/each

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Will have a silver plate on it with a arrow on it often times.

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Aftermarket catalytic converters are low-cost replacement units installed when drivers choose not to purchase an OEM (original equipment manufacturer) converter. While they’re designed to pass emissions tests and function similarly, they contain significantly less precious metal than OEM units, which means they’re much lower in value for scrap. On average, Aftermarket Cats are worth around $5 each.

These converters are commonly found on vehicles with previous exhaust repairs and are usually easy to spot if you know what to look for. To help identify an aftermarket cat, send us photos of the converter, including any serial numbers or welds, and our team at RRCats will confirm it and provide a quick quote.

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How to Identify an Aftermarket Catalytic Converter

Aftermarket Cats often have visible signs that distinguish them from OEM units. These traits can include:

  • Very lightweight construction
  • Generic or no-name exterior casing
  • Poor weld quality or misaligned pipes from installation
  • Heavy rusting, especially on newer-looking vehicles
  • Serial numbers starting with letters like N (e.g., NA, CA, CE)

If you’re not sure whether your cat is OEM or aftermarket, your best option is to send us photos from multiple angles. We’ll help identify it quickly and tell you what it’s worth.

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Check corners, under shields, and down pipes for numbers. Not all catalytic converters have numbers.
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To get a quote sooner, attach photos of any serial numbers and an overhead pic of the catalytic converter(s).
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Upload a Photo: Please include a clear photo of one of the following documents: Vehicle or equipment, Registration, Title, or Bill of Sale. Why do we need this? We are required by law to verify proof of ownership before purchasing certain equipment or materials to prevent theft and ensure lawful transfer. For more details, refer to New Jersey Scrap Metal Laws – N.J.S.A. 13:1E-99.12 (or insert exact link to the statute you want to reference). This requirement is mandatory to receive a quote.

How To Sell Your Aftermarket Catalytic Converter

We’ve simplified the process so you can scrap your converter from anywhere in the U.S. with ease:

  1. Take Pictures – Show the entire converter and any visible serial numbers for faster quoting.
  2. Request a Quote – Proof of ownership is required for a price estimate.
  3. Ship to RRCats – We’ll send a prepaid shipping label. ID verification is required.
  4. Get Paid in 1–2 Days – Choose PayPal or check. No PayPal fees on OEM cats worth $200+.
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Benefits When Selling to RRCats.com

🔒 10-Day Price Lock Guarantee – Once you get your personalized quote, we will honor that price for 10 business days, regardless of what the market does.

📦 Free Shipping Available – We offer FREE shipping for all OEM converters (what’s OEM?), making it easy for you.

💸 We Waive Some PayPal Fees – Want to get paid fast? By selecting PayPal, you get paid instantly, and transactions +$200 have any fees waived too.

What RRCats Customers Are Saying:

“Easy as ordering from Amazon. No one else is even in their league.” ~ Customer, Brett K.

“Very honest company. I’ve been doing business with them for over a year now, and have no complaints. Very consistent with the market.” ~ Customer, Tim P.

“Good place to scrap, will do business with RRCats any day!” ~ Customer, Rob R.

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