Nissan Rogue Catalytic Converter Scrap Value - Expensive or Not?

In 2008, US buyers got the chance to buy a new Nissan SUV called Rogue. After that, the vehicle has had three generation changes with the latest showing up in 2020. The Rogue is extremely popular among fans of affordable yet luxurious cars. This vehicle is really good to drive but of course, it has its own flows to consider.

One of the problems you may face with any Nissan Rogue that has over 100,000 miles on its odometer or is over 10 years of age is the cat converter. This part may be clogged or damaged and it's not that cheap and easy to replace. Today, we'll be talking about scrap prices of cat converters from your Nissan Rogue and also about the ways to sell these catalytic converters.

Here's what you can learn from the article:

• Types of cat converters you will find in the Nissan Rogue.
• Catalytic converters scrap price - estimated earnings for the owner.
• How to sell a catalytic converter from your Nissan Rogue?
• What can you do with a replacement cat to avoid spending a fortune?

Let's get started!

What cat converters are installed in your Nissan Rogue?

The Rogue is not an old car, so most of these vehicles come equipped with several catalytic converters. They are pre-cats and main cats. While pre-cats are smaller and less valuable, main catalytic converters from your Nissan are able to bring you much more money. But you should bear in mind that only OEM cat converters can be expensive enough to bother you with selling them.

Aftermarket catalytic converters are almost always cheap and can't be sold to recycling companies. If someone has already replaced a cat converter in your Rogue and installed an aftermarket unit, you can just go to a scrapyard in your area and sell it for $20-$30 or something like that.

Here's what you should know about Nissan Rogue cat converters:

• most vehicles will have pre-cats near their exhaust manifolds and main catalytic converters near their mufflers;
• cats are covered by heat screens, they are integrated into the exhaust system and should be cut out when they are done;
• OEM cats will have serial numbers on them and also Nissan logos, so you can easily find out if you have an OEM part in your hands;
• if you are going to cut them out by yourself, be careful - any damaged converter will be bought at its full price;
• catalytic converters in your Nissan should be in good condition and they won't require cleaning, but sometimes extra care is needed;
• these cats contain platinum, palladium, and also a little rhodium, and this is why they are so valuable and wanted by recycling companies.

Older Rogues could have one main catalytic converter for smaller engines. While V6 engines always had several cats integrated into their systems. But the main cat converter is the most important part that is going to offer you more money in the end.

You shouldn't prepare your cats much before you sell them. But if the cats are very dirty or covered with a thick layer of rust, you will have to work a little to make them look better. This way, you'll be able to sell them at a better price because buyers won't go down with their price offers to cover their risks.

What's the average scrap price for the Rogue cat converter?

If you want to sell your scrap cat, you will first think about the price. And you will most probably think about the scrapyards that can buy the cat from you. This is the most popular place where you can sell scrap parts from your car and get some cash. But this place isn't going to pay you even the average price.

We can tell you that a pre-cat from your Rogue should cost about $80 while the main cat may cost from $180 to $290 depending on the year, model, and engine of your vehicle. These prices are currently average but things change very fast, so you have to inquire about the price once you want to sell the cat.

How can you inquire? This won't take too long:

• get your cats cut off and cleaned and then take pictures of these converters you want to sell;
• after that, find recycling companies' websites and make sure they buy converters;
• then just send the pictures you have taken to the companies you have found;
• in a day or two, you will have some price offers in your hands;
• compare those offers and find out the average and the best price for your cat.

This is the easiest and the most rational way to learn about the current price for the cat converter that you have in your hands. Also, it's quite important to find a couple of companies, not just one. This will help you compare the prices and choose the best offer.

Here are some of the most important factors that influence the price of the clogged or broken (or just old) cat converter:

• the age and the condition of the cat - damaged converters are selling much cheaper;
• the model of the cat that is easily identified with the help of the serial number;
• the current prices for platinum, palladium, and also rhodium;
• the company you have found to sell your cat converter to.

Pay attention to the last factor. You can't control all other factors but the company you are selling the catalytic converter to. You can find the best possible prices just by inquiring in different companies. And we'll tell you now which ways of selling the old cat you can use.

Where can you sell your Nissan Rogue catalytic converter?

Usually, when we have just one of two converters, we tend to think that no recycling company will be interested. So, we just go to a scrapyard or call a middleman we've found on social media and just sell this cat to them at a very low price. You shouldn't do this because you just lose your money.

We know at least four ways to sell a use cat converter:

• A Scrapyard. Not a very good decision but this is the first thing that comes to your mind when you are thinking about selling the old cat part. These scrapyards only offer half or even less of the actual price of the cat converter from your Nissan Rogue.
• Middlemen. These are private buyers that just want to resell your catalytic converter and get some revenue. They are comfortable selling something to because they will just come to you and fetch that cat. But they will also offer about half of the real price.
• eBay. This is another bad way to sell a clogged or broken cat. But if you have a working catalytic converter, this option may be the best for you. Just investigate other Nissan Rogue converters and look at their prices to then advertise your cat for sale.
• Recycling companies. These companies will offer the best prices because they are final buyers of these converters. Their task is to buy as many cats as possible and then recycle them to get the precious metals out and sell them to industrial companies.

Now you know that the best way to sell the scrap cat converter from the Rogue is to offer it to one of the recycling companies. Above, we've also offered simple step-by-step instructions on how to learn the price that recycling companies may give for your cat right now.

How to get a replacement catalytic converter for a Rogue?

Unfortunately, driving your Nissan Rogue without a catalytic converter isn't always a good idea. If you try to pass the fog test that way, you'll be fined and then you'll have to install a new converter urgently. So, a replacement cat is necessary if you are going to drive your cat or sell it in the nearest future.

The replacement catalytic converter may be of three types:

• the new aftermarket cat is always the most popular option and it will cost $250 to $700 for the main cat, but this option is not very durable;
• also, you can buy an OEM used converter - this one will not be durable, too, but the price may be $200 or something like that;
• finally, you can get a new OEM converter for about $1,700 for a replacement which will be the best option in terms of durability, but the worst in terms of cost.

The need to use a replacement cat in your car is one of the most important factors why you should sell the old converter. It won't bring you a lot of money but it will cover some expenses that you will have.

Final words

If you have a used or clogged catalytic converter from a Nissan Rogue in your hands, you may sell it and get some money. Don't forget that you will have to prove that the cat converter was taken from your vehicle, otherwise the part may be considered stolen and companies will not buy it.