Chrysler Sebring Catalytic Converter Scrap Price – Good Ways to Sell

If you own a Chrysler Sebring, you should know that it's a good and reliable car. But it's not new if we can say that. The latest vehicle of this model was made in 2010 and is now 12 years old. It means that nearly all Sebrings have already had problems with catalytic converters. You need to replace a cat if it starts malfunctioning. But what should you do with the old broken catalytic converter?

The easy answer is to sell it! Today, we'll tell you about the scrap prices for original Chrysler Sebring catalytic converters. And you'll be surprised after you know how much money you can make. These cats are classic, so they contain some precious metals and are hunted for on the market.

Here's what we are going to talk about:

1. Chrysler Sebring cat converters and their types.
2. How much can you get for a Sebring OEM cat?
3. Some ways to sell the Sebring catalytic converter.
4. How much is it to replace a cat converter in your Sebring?

Let's get started!

What types of cat converters were installed in Chrysler Sebring?

The Sebring had a lot of engine options and depending on the engine and the model year, the car could have numerous types of catalytic converters and exhaust systems. This doesn't mean that you won't be able to quickly locate the catalytic converter in your car. Usually, it's situated between the exhaust manifold and the muffler.

But a lot of Chrysler Sebrings got two or even three converters, so remember about this when you are going to take the broken cats off the car and sell them. For example, the Sebring models that were equipped with the V6 engines got two or three cats. The L4 engines usually got one cat and it was located right after the exhaust manifold.

Here's something you should know about the Sebring cat converters:

• these are Chrysler OEM converters that are pretty valuable on the market of used cats;
• the converters contain platinum and palladium, some of them even contain a little rhodium;
• the cats are of pretty high quality, so the majority of them are still in a good condition;
• even in older cars, you can often find OEM converters that haven't been replaced;
• even if the cats were replaced before, they could be replaced with OEM cat converters;
• but aftermarket cats that weren't made by Chrysler are not valuable at all.

The question is how you can understand that you are looking at the original (OEM) Chrysler catalytic converter in your Sebring. It's not that easy to understand, so you can use this list for checking:

• original cats are heavy and big, they are not destroyed by rust usually;
• also, the OEM cats come with a serial number and the Chrysler logo on them;
• these cats are integrated into the pipe, they shouldn't be manually welded into the system;
• the cat converters have original places for connecting the oxygen sensors.

These are some of the quick checkpoints you can use to see if your cat converter is actually worth any money. Because if you see that the cat is an aftermarket part, you don't have any reason for reading this article further. Your cat is probably worth $10 or $20 and you can just sell it to a local scrapyard the next time you'll be passing by that place.

Scrap prices for OEM Chrysler Sebring cat converters

The scrap prices for these cats are not very high, but still, you can make some money if you have an OEM catalytic converter from a Chrysler Sebring in your hands. We can think of some problems that can affect the price, but let's talk about everything step by step.

So, the short answer: the average scrap price for the Chrysler Sebring catalytic converter should be about $160.

Were you offered less by a scrapyard worker? Could you get more at eBay? Let us explain why that could happen.

So, the price of a scrap cat depends much on these factors:

1. The year of the cat and the model of the engine in your Sebring. These are key factors to consider.
2. The condition of the catalytic converter. Any severely broken or totally rusty cats will be bought at a much cheaper price if they are bought at all.
3. The prices for precious metals. Unfortunately, you can't control the prices and they are moving up and down nearly every single day.
4. The company or the person who you are selling your cat converter to. This is a factor we'll be talking later about.

So, now you see that a lot of different features will decide the final price for your scrap cat from a Chrysler Sebring. The easiest way to understand the price is to find the serial number on the cat's body. It can be covered with rust or it can be damaged a little. Just try to find it and google the serial number - this will help you.

Also, the price for a small cat from a standard 2-liter engine will be about $100. But the optimal price for the big cat from a V6 engine should be about $200. Remember: the serial number will be the best way to answer all your questions about the scrap price of the catalytic converter.

Who should you sell your Sebring cat to?

Choosing a person or a company that you want to sell your catalytic converter to is very important if you want to get a good price. This is actually the only factor (among those listed above) that you can personally control.

And yes, you can really get a much better price than a scrapyard will offer you. By the way, we were disappointed to know that the majority of the US car owners still sell their used and broken catalytic converters to scrapyards. These companies don't recycle the cats, they just resell them.

Here are some of the popular ways of selling the Sebring cat converters:

• eBay - a very long and non-convenient option, so only some enthusiasts may try.
• Scrapyards - we've already said, they are quite greedy and often try to trick you with the price.
• Middlemen - some private buyers that give you cash (half-legally), not a bad option, but still low prices.
• Recycling companies - eventually, nearly all broken cats come here and get recycled.

We only recommend recycling companies because this is a relatively fast method to sell a cat converter that gives an optimal price offer. We will not recommend you any recycling companies - you can easily google them and then sell your Chrysler Sebring catalytic converter to the best one.

But how will you find the best one? Here are some tips:

• google as many recycling companies as you can;
• quote and get the price offers;
• compare the prices offered by different companies;
• ask about free shipping and other options;
• choose the best offer and finalize the deal.

Will it cost a lot to replace a cat converter in your Sebring?

A lot of Chrysler Sebring owners hope that they can just cut out and sell their catalytic converters from the car and keep driving the vehicle. At least, you will need to install special metal pipes to control the flame. But in most states, you will have to replace the old cat converters to pass the fog test.

So, once you understand that the old catalytic converters are broken, you should start searching for a way to replace them (repairing is usually impossible).

And here's what you will find out:

• the new OEM cat converters are pretty hard to find, and the price of a single cat will be over $1,200 which is ridiculously expensive;
• the aftermarket cats are available, they will cost $200-$700 but we would choose something from the mid-price segment;
• labor will cost another $200-$300 in a small exhaust shop and more if you choose a dealer.

The Sebring is not a fresh car and its price now on the market is not that high. So, investing a lot in a cat converter replacement doesn't seem like a good idea. But if you still want to drive your car at least 20-30 thousand miles, you will have to invest in catalytic converter replacement.

If you are going to get rid of the old vehicle soon, you have two choices: installing a really cheap aftermarket cat or just trying to clean the old cat and use it for another month or two.

Final words

We can't say for sure how much money you'll be offered for a used and broken Chrysler Sebring cat converter. But buyers will likely offer you $100 to $200 depending on the model and the year of the cat. It's not bad, so you can sell the old part and get some money.

Don't sell your Sebring catalytic converter to a person or a company that wants to pay less than $100 for the unit. You will be able to find a better deal by contacting recycling companies directly and not letting those middlemen earn the money you can easily earn.