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Catalytic converter buyers in Kansas City
We Buy Catalytic Converters in Kansas City
Langley Recycling buys catalytic converters at our yard at 3557 Stadium Dr. State law requires proof of where a converter came from before we can buy it, so bring the right paperwork, or email us photos first to get a grade before you make the trip.
- Family owned since 1931
- 3557 Stadium Dr, Kansas City, MO
- Closed Sundays
What do I need to sell a catalytic converter in Kansas City?
State law requires proof of where a catalytic converter came from before we can buy it. This protects sellers as much as it protects us. Requirements can change, so call 816-924-8452 to confirm before you visit.
Do you have a salvage, dealer, or business license, or a mechanic certification?
You’re exempt from the extra paperwork below. Bring a photo ID.
Everyone else needs two things:
A copy of the vehicle's title or registration
It has to be for the vehicle the converter was actually removed from.
A second form of proof
Any one of these works: a receipt from an auction site, a receipt showing a replacement converter was purchased, or a receipt from a mechanic shop showing the work was done.
How much is my catalytic converter worth?
Every converter is different, so we don’t post a price list. The value comes from the ceramic honeycomb inside, which is coated with platinum, palladium, and rhodium. To price yours, we need to identify exactly which unit you have.
If it has a serial number
We cut the outer case off so the serial number is visible. That number tells us exactly which converter it is and what it's worth.
If there's no serial number
We grade it from photos instead. Email clear pictures of the front and back of the unit, plus the vehicle's make and model, to
No serial number? Email us first.
Photos front and back, plus the vehicle’s make and model, to [email protected]. We’ll get back to you with a grade before you make the trip.
How do I get a price before I drive over?
- Take clear photos of the front and back of the converter, including a close-up of any stamped numbers.
- Write down the make, model, and year of the vehicle it came from.
- Email the photos and vehicle details to [email protected].
- Gather your paperwork, then bring the converter and your ID to the yard.
Our Simple Catalytic Converter Sale Process
Bring In Your Catalytic Converter
We'll tell you exactly how much it's worth
Get Paid in Cash Immediately
What is a catalytic converter?
A catalytic converter is a metal canister built into a car’s exhaust system, usually somewhere under the middle of the car. Inside is a ceramic honeycomb coated with tiny amounts of platinum, palladium, and rhodium that clean up the exhaust before it leaves the tailpipe. Those precious metals are why a converter is worth so much more than its size would suggest, and why recyclers recover and reuse them. Used converters, sometimes called cat converters, are recycled so the platinum, palladium, and rhodium inside can go back into new products.
Catalytic converter FAQ
Can I sell a catalytic converter without a title?
Unless you hold a salvage, dealer, or business license or a mechanic certification, you need a copy of the title or registration for the vehicle the converter came from, plus a second form of proof. Call us to confirm before you come in.
What second proof counts?
A receipt from an auction site, a receipt for a replacement converter, or a receipt from a mechanic shop showing the work was done.
What if my converter has no serial number?
Email us photos of the front and back, plus the vehicle’s make and model, and we’ll grade it before you drive over.
Why do you need paperwork?
State law requires proof of where a converter came from. It protects sellers and helps keep stolen converters out of the scrap stream.
Why do you cut the case off?
We open the case to read the serial number, which tells us exactly which converter it is and what it’s worth.
Do you recycle catalytic converters?
Yes. We buy used catalytic converters so the platinum, palladium, and rhodium inside can be recovered and reused.
Where do I bring it?
To 3557 Stadium Dr, Kansas City, MO 64129. Hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 12:45 PM to 5:00 PM, and Saturday 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Bring your converter to Langley Recycling KC
Bring your converter, photo ID, and paperwork to 3557 Stadium Dr, Kansas City, MO 64129. Call 816-924-8452 with questions.
Business Hours
| Mon to Fri | 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, 12:45 PM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |