Jeep Liberty Catalytic Converter Scrap Price. Our Investigation

When we are talking about scrap prices for modern catalytic converters, we should take into account all distinguishing features like size, weight, construction, technology, and also the brand of the cat converter. Two more or less similar cats may actually be very different in price. And it's not always predictable, so every converter should be looked at by professionals.

Today, we are talking about Jeep Liberty catalytic converters and their scrap prices. How much will you be able to get if you have one of these cats in your hands? We should warn you that the majority of things we'll be talking about in this article, will only be true for OEM converters. This means aftermarket cats won't be sold at the same price.

Here's what we are going to talk about:

• What types of converters does Jeep Liberty have in its exhaust system?
• What's the scrap price you can get for the OEM cat from the Liberty?
• How exactly can you sell the cat and learn the current price?
• When does your Jeep Liberty ask for the replacement of a cat converter?

Let's get started!

Where is the Liberty converter located?

First of all, you should know that the Jeep Liberty was made from 2002 to 2012 and had two generations. The second-gen Liberty was presented in 2008. But in terms of the engine, nearly all American buyers preferred the 3.7L V6 option. This was quite a good engine with good displacement and enough power to move this Jeep.

Also, the V6 engine had the same types of converters in all years, so it's not hard to understand where they are located and what type of cat is installed. Other markets also saw the turbo-diesel version of the Liberty. The situation with converters was different there, so we'll be mainly talking about the petrol V6 version of the vehicle.

Here are some things you should know:

• the Liberty catalytic converters are located in the exhaust system, but there are two types of cats you can find in the vehicle;
• pre-cats are integrated into the exhaust manifold - they are quite small but they still contain some precious metals;
• the main catalytic converter is installed near the muffler and this is the most valuable part of the exhaust system in this car;
• the cats are pretty standard for that time - they are not huge but not small and they are very durable and tough;
• many converters will last for the lifetime of the vehicle, but in some cases, drivers will still need to think about some replacement options;
• these converters contain platinum and palladium, also some rhodium is available in the main converters;
• these Jeep cats are hunted for by many companies and potential buyers, they are valuable and can be easily sold.

But before you take some instrument and go to delete the cat converter in your Liberty, read on to find out more information. First of all, the converter in your vehicle should be OEM so that you could expect to get more money for it. Aftermarket converters can also be sold, but they cost ten times less than OEM ones.

So, all this hustle about converters basically turns around OEM cats. But how can you check that your Liberty converter is OEM? Well, it will have these features:

• it's quite big and heavy;
• the converter is made of long-lasting materials;
• the cat contains a solid ceramic honeycomb inside;
• there is the Jeep or Chrysler logo and also the serial number.

How much will you get for your old Jeep Liberty converter?

That's quite hard to say how much exactly you can get but we'll make a guess. The average price of the used or clogged catalytic converter from your Jeep Liberty is $190 for the main cat and about $50 for each of the pre-cats.

Usually, these converters don't break down or get clogged simultaneously. So, you will only need to replace one of them. Main catalytic converters are more prone to damage because they can be influenced by road debris and other problems.

Here are some factors that can change the estimated price for your cat converter:

• the year of your Jeep Liberty - in some years, the company installed a little different converters;
• the prices for precious metals - you can see that prices for rhodium, platinum, and palladium fluctuate every single day;
• the condition of the Liberty converter - it may not be as good as you may want, so totally destroyed cats will not cost a lot;
• the way your cat is damaged - any working converter may be still sold to private buyers through eBay and they cost more;
• the way you are selling the converter - you should find a person or a company that will buy your cat converter at the maximum possible price.

Well, a lot of factors may influence the price. And it's important to understand how exactly you can get more money for your Jeep Liberty catalytic converter. Unfortunately, it's not that easy for a person who has never dealt with these scrap parts.

How to sell your catalytic converter at the best price?

To sell your converter, you will need to find someone who wants to buy it. First of all, this can be a person who has the same car model and wants to have a cheap replacement converter to pass the fog test. If your cat is still alive and can pass the emission test, this is the best option. Research eBay and find out average prices for cats from Jeep Liberty and just advertise your converter for sale.

But if you have a clogged or damaged catalytic converter, this is not the best option. No one will buy a cat for good money on eBay if this converter is fully destroyed. In this case, you still have a couple of ways how to sell the cat.

Here are some of them:

• scrapyards - this is the most popular option for American drivers, but your Liberty converter will probably cost up to $50-80 here, so it's not the best idea;
• private buyers - these are resellers who want to buy the converter from your Jeep Liberty and then resell it at a better price - not the best option, anyway;
• exhaust shops - they may provide you with a certain discount if you agree to give them the old converter, but the discount is not going to be huge;
• recycling companies - these are the only companies that actually recycle converters and pay good money for them, so you should choose these buyers.

Recycling companies are pretty open now. You can find their websites, send them pictures and the description of your converter and get the price offer back in just one or two days. This is as easy as that. But of course, you should be careful because a lot of resellers pretend to be the representatives of a recycling company and pay you less money for the cat.

Actually, you should try your luck with different companies before you agree to a certain offer. Make sure you compare those offers before you make up your choice.

When does a Jeep Liberty require the cat converter replacement?

Usually, catalytic converters can live up to 150,000 miles. At least, when it comes to the Jeep Liberty. These cars use OEM Chrysler cats that are very durable. But anyway, not all converters will last as long as the vehicle. So, a lot of Liberty owners have to think about a replacement option.

Here are some of the reasons for cat converter replacement:

• the car loses power and doesn't accelerate properly;
• the check engine light is on and the codes tell you about oxygen sensor failure;
• the smoke doesn't come out of the tailpipe;
• the engine may stall because of bad breathing;
• the cat converter may look destroyed.

But what about the replacement options? Not many Jeep Liberty owners will like the idea of replacing the converter because this requires expensive labor and very expensive parts. The OEM converter costs over $1,500 while a solid aftermarket option is more than $400. Most owners choose some aftermarket alternative due to its price.

And still, the replacement of your catalytic converter is not going to be a cheap task. So, selling the old converter and using that money to help you buy all the needed parts for the replacement seems like a very good idea.

Unfortunately, driving without a cat is not legal in most states. What's more, your Jeep Liberty will not be able to pass the annual emission test, so it's going to be a really big problem.

Final words

Please pay attention to all options you have when you are going to sell your catalytic converter from the Jeep Liberty. If you have the OEM cat converter, you are about to get some decent money for it from the recycling company. You are still going to spend more for the replacement option, but at least this money will compensate partially for your expenses.

If you are going to sell your Jeep Liberty for scrap, first sell the converters and then sell the vehicle to a scrapyard. This way, you will get much more money for an old and broken car.