Lincoln LS Catalytic Converter Scrap Price - How to Sell It?

Today, every dollar makes difference. People don't tend to lose their money even if they are not in need. And catalytic converters may be a source of money for you, especially if they are scrap parts, so they can't work in your vehicle anymore. One of the best solutions for a broken or clogged cat converter is to sell it and get some money to buy a new one.

In this article, we'll tell you how exactly you can sell the Lincoln LS catalytic converter and how much other companies and buyers are ready to pay for it. We'll also figure out the best ways to sell such a catalytic converter. This article will answer all your questions about the scrap cat that you have in your car and what to do with it.

Here are some important things we'll talk about:

• What are the types of cat converters used in your Lincoln LS?
• How much should a buyer pay for your cat converter?
• Who should want to buy a Lincoln LS scrap catalytic converter?
• How long will the OEM converter last in the LS?
• Will you need to buy a new cat converter after deleting the OEM one?

Let's get started!

What are the cat converters in your Lincoln LS?

Lincoln only made the LS model for 6 years, from 2000 to 2006. It wasn't a very popular car in the US with only about 30,000 average yearly sales. But still, this is a legendary vehicle that was presented in the luxury niche and was really wanted by many car lovers. The vehicle is not that bad in terms of quality.

But many drivers have reported that at certain mileage they had to invest in new catalytic converters. It means they needed to spend hundreds or even thousands of dollars just because the cats weren't of very high quality. Actually, the vehicle has many common problems, but we'll concentrate exactly on catalytic converters.

Here's what you should know:

• the vehicle is powered by V6 and V8 engines (Ford-Jaguar), so it has two exhaust manifolds and numerous catalytic converters;
• each exhaust manifold has a pre-cat which is a small catalytic converter that may be sold as well as the main cat;
• the main catalytic converter is located in the exhaust pipe closer to the muffler, the vehicle may have one or two main converters;
• these cats are Ford OEM converters that are quite big and valuable, they contain a lot of precious metals that can be recycled;
• mainly, these converters are filled with platinum and palladium and they may also contain a couple of grams of rhodium;
• all OEM converters should have a serial number on their bodies, so you can easily check if you have exactly the OEM cat.

These converters are not very durable due to higher engine temperatures and harsh conditions that have to work under. But these are OEM Ford converters and they are of high quality. So, when they malfunction, you can sell them. And a lot of companies will actually hunt to catch those cats and be able to buy them before their competitors will do that.

Of course, if you have aftermarket catalytic converters, you shouldn't expect too much money for them. OEM cats are precious but aftermarket converters are ten times cheaper due to the lack of precious metals in them and overall poorer quality.

How long will a cat converter live in your Lincoln LS?

Each LS that is now on the road is pretty old. The freshest vehicle is currently about 17 years which is a lot for any car. At this age, you can expect any problems to happen. And one of the most common problems is the death of one of the cat converters.

We would say, that these converters usually leave about 120,000 miles. So, if your vehicle is much older than that, chances are you or someone else have already replaced the OEM converter with the aftermarket one.

Also, catalytic converters tend to deteriorate with time. Even if the mileage of your vehicle is not that huge, you can expect the converter to die when the car is 12 to 17 years. It means all Lincoln LS cars are now at risk of a broken cat converter.

So, now you know that sooner or later you will have to deal with cat converter death in your Lincoln LS. Let's now figure out what exactly you should do with this knowledge.

How much should a scrap converter from the LS cost?

So, now the most interesting part. You should expect to get about $60 for each pre-cat and $220 for each main catalytic converter. It doesn't sound bad, especially for cars with numerous cat converters in their systems. But don't make conclusions until you read the article to the end because this is not the money you are going to spend on beer.

The price of any catalytic converter, including the one of the Lincoln LS, will highly depend on some important factors. Here they are:

• the year of the vehicle;
• the type of the engine;
• the serial number on the cat;
• the condition of the converter;
• the current prices for precious metals;
• the buyer you've chosen to deal with.

A lot to think about, right? But what you actually should think about is the last bullet in this list - the buyer. Because you cannot control any other factors in your cat converter sales. You will not change the current precious metal prices or the condition of the cat you have in your hands. But you may find someone who is ready to give you much more money than a local scrapyard. So, keep reading to learn some secrets on the proper cat converter sale.

Who should want to buy your Lincoln LS catalytic converter?

Most Americans will immediately think about their local scrapyards. They buy car parts from private sellers and companies and then sell these parts as scrap or as second-hand car parts to other buyers. But what about broken cats? These scrapyards never recycle them because it's too complicated and expensive. They just resell these cats to earn some money as also many other buyers do.

Here's the full list of catalytic converter buyers:

• scrapyards;
• exhaust shops;
• mechanics;
• private buyers;
• resellers;
• eBay;
• recycling companies.

We would only consider two of these categories: eBay or recycling companies.

If your converter is still able to work, you should advertise it on eBay and sell it to some other Lincoln LS owner who struggles to find a working cat for optimal money.

In most cases though, you will need to deal with recycling companies. These are businesses that recycle cats and then sell precious metals to industrial companies. They usually offer optimal prices for old cats.

How to sell a Lincoln LS catalytic converter to a recycling company?

This is a straightforward process but we recommend you make it a little more complicated but more lucrative for you.

Here's what you should do:

• Take the converter off the vehicle and clean it of rust and dirt to make it look better.
• Take pictures of the car. You should just take some pics and make sure they show the serial number on your cat.
• Go online and search for websites representing different recycling companies. Find at least three of them.
• Use their websites to ask them about prices - just send them pics and give basic info about your vehicle.
• They may ask you some questions or just respond with a certain price they are ready to pay.

Now, take your time and choose the best offer. Be careful - it's not always about the best price. You should also see if the chosen company offers to pay for shipping. Calculate everything and make your choice according to these calculations.

Will you need a replacement catalytic converter for the Lincoln LS?

Yes, in almost all US states, you will need a replacement catalytic converter to pass the annual fog test. If you come to the emission test with no cat converter in your vehicle, you will probably just get a fine. And then you'll still need to buy another cat and have it installed in your vehicle.

Driving without a converter that should be in place in your car is illegal in the US. Of course, catalytic converters are extremely expensive because they contain precious metals. So, the OEM converter for your LS may cost about $1,500 each and the aftermarket ones are priced at $200-$500 for more or less decent options.

Final words

If you want to find optimal ways to get rid of the old catalytic converters that you've taken off the Lincoln LS, just pay attention to the opportunity to sell it to a recycling company. Don't be tempted by offers from scrapyards or middlemen. Just check everything up and make sure you are choosing the best way to sell the old converter.

If it still works though, the best way is to advertise it for sale on eBay or on some forums. You'll be able to get even more money for a functioning converter for the Lincoln LS.