SELL YOUR CAR — MISSING OR STOLEN CATALYTIC CONVERTER
Converter stolen? Missing? We buy your car as-is — fair offer, free tow, cash on pickup throughout St. Louis.
Catalytic converter theft has become a significant problem in the St. Louis metro area. If your converter was stolen, you're likely looking at a repair cost of $1,000–$3,000 — often more than the car is worth. Selling the vehicle as-is is frequently the most practical option.
We buy cars with missing catalytic converters. A missing cat does reduce the offer — catalytic converters contain platinum, palladium, and rhodium worth $150–$300 each — but it doesn't eliminate the vehicle's value. The rest of the engine, body, and scrap metal still pay.
Tell us upfront that the converter is missing and we'll give you an honest, accurate offer. No surprises when the driver arrives.
What Makes Us Different
- We buy cars with stolen or missing catalytic converters
- Honest offer that accounts for the missing converter — no bait and switch
- Free towing regardless of running condition
- Cash paid on pickup
- Same-day service available throughout St. Louis metro
- Toyota Priuses, trucks, and SUVs most commonly targeted — we buy them all
How It Works
- Call (314) 474-5500 or fill out the form — get a cash offer in 60 seconds.
- Accept the offer and schedule a free pickup at your location.
- Our driver arrives, pays you cash on the spot, and tows the car away.
Why Choose STL Junk Car Buyer
- Free towing — always included, no hidden fees
- Cash paid at pickup — before the car leaves
- No title? No problem — we handle no-title situations in MO & IL
- Any condition accepted — wrecked, flooded, non-running, high mileage
- Same-day service available — call before noon for same-day pickup
- Local St. Louis business — real people who answer the phone
"Someone cut the catalytic converter off my Tacoma overnight. The repair estimate was $2,800. I called STL Junk Car Buyer, told them exactly what happened, and they paid me $1,100 cash and towed it the same day. Much better than paying for the repair on an older truck."
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a missing catalytic converter reduce my car's value?
Typically $150–$300 below what the same vehicle would fetch with the converter intact. Toyota Prius converters are worth more (up to $400+) due to higher precious metal content, so their absence impacts the offer more.
Will my car run without a catalytic converter?
Usually yes, though poorly. Without the cat, you'll likely have a check engine light, reduced performance, and a loud exhaust. Many states also won't pass inspection without a functioning catalytic converter.
Can I sell a car to you if the catalytic converter was stolen recently?
Yes. Just let us know upfront. We don't need a police report — just an honest description of the vehicle's current condition.
My Prius converter was stolen — is it worth selling the whole car?
Toyota Prius converters are among the most stolen because of their high precious metal content. Replacing a Prius converter can cost $2,500–$4,500. For older Prius models, selling the car often makes more sense than replacing the converter.
Do you buy vehicles where the catalytic converter was cut off and the car now won't run?
Yes — if the car won't run due to exhaust damage from converter theft, we'll still buy it. We'll assess the condition and make a fair offer.
Call (314) 474-5500 for a free cash offer on your no catalytic converter in St. Louis, MO. Free towing. Same-day service. Cash paid on the spot.