Lincoln MKZ is a premium sedan that was here with us from 2006 to 2020. Unfortunately, it was discontinued just a couple of years ago. But lots of Americans still drive these models and are quite happy with the quality of driving. Up to 35,000 vehicles of this model were sold yearly, so a lot of these cars are still on the road.
Today, we'll tell you how much money you can get if you want to sell the OEM catalytic converter from your Lincoln MKZ. We'll also figure out who wants to buy these converters and which buyer will give you more money for the scrap part. So, let's investigate the cat converter scrap price for the Lincoln MKZ and see whether you can sell it easily.
Let's get started!
When will you want to sell the scrap cat converter from the MKZ?
It's not likely that you would want to sell a working cat converter. If you cut it off the vehicle, the Lincoln will become illegal on the road. It means that the next fog test will be impossible to pass for your car and you will even need to pay a fine. Also, you need something instead of the cat to prevent the car from roaring and this something may cost more than a scrap cat.
So, here are three possible situations when you will want to sell the cat converter from your Lincoln MKZ:
- you are going to scrap the car or sell it as a salvage unit through one of the auctions and you can cut off the cat easily;
- the converter is clogged and doesn't let your car work normally, so it needs to be cut out and replaced with something else;
- the converter is broken because it was damaged by something like road debris and now you should replace it.
If one of these situations is true for you, then you'll be interested in what you can do with the old catalytic converter from your MKZ. If you don't do anything, the converter may just be hidden in your garage, on one of the shelves, and lie there for years. So why not get some money from this part?
What types of converters are used in the MKZ and where are they located?
So, the Lincoln MKZ uses Ford OEM catalytic converters that are considered domestic. They aren't very valuable but you still can sell them and get some money for them.
Here are some facts to know about these cats:
- the converters will always have serial numbers on them, and this is important to check;
- if the cats have already been replaced with aftermarket ones, these new cats won't cost much at all;
- the main converter is usually placed in the exhaust system while there are also pre-cats near the exhaust manifold;
- the number of cats depends on the engine, in some engines, there are more cats because of the big displacement;
- all cats can be sold, but pre-cats are cheaper than the main ones because of their weight;
- the converters from your Lincoln MKZ contain platinum and palladium, also some of them will have a little rhodium.
The cat should contain the ceramic honeycomb that has all these precious metals inside it. Unfortunately, you will not be able to recycle the cat by yourself and sell those metals. Only a professional recycling company can do that.
How much is the Lincoln MKZ catalytic converter and where to sell it?
So, the average price for the main catalytic converter from your Lincoln MKZ is about $220 while a pre-cat will cost no more than $60. Usually, you will need to sell only one cat converter, not two or more of them.
Scrapyards, exhaust shops, car mechanics, and private buyers will not offer that much. They will probably want to buy a converter for $100 or even less because they want to earn some money when reselling your cat.
Here's how you can sell a Lincoln MKZ cat directly to a recycling company:
- take the cat off your Lincoln and clean it;
- take pictures of the cat;
- find some websites that represent recycling companies;
- use those websites to send pictures of the cats and ask for a price;
- recycling companies will estimate the price and make the offer;
- you will be able to choose the best offer and sell your cat.
Final words
Always use recycling companies if you need to sell a catalytic converter from a Lincoln MKZ. This way, you will not harm nature and will not lose your money. A professional recycling company recycles these cats and then sells scrap metals to industrial companies. This is the most ecological way to get rid of any scrap parts that you have.
About the authors
The CarAraC research team is composed of seasoned auto mechanics and automotive industry professionals, including individuals with advanced degrees and certifications in their field. Our team members boast prestigious credentials, reflecting their extensive knowledge and skills. These qualifications include: IMI: Institute of the Motor Industry, ASE-Certified Master Automobile Technicians; Coventry University, Graduate of MA in Automotive Journalism; Politecnico di Torino, Italy, MS Automotive Engineering; Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje, Mechanical University in Skopje; TOC Automotive College; DHA Suffa University, Department of Mechanical Engineering
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