Daily prices
What we buy
We buy everything in the exhaust line that can carry precious metal: from a single car converter to a cage full of monoliths from a dismantling yard. The overview below shows which parts we accept, how they differ and what matters for the valuation.
What we buy
Most common
A ceramic (cordierite) honeycomb in a stainless steel shell – from petrol and diesel vehicles, as main, pre- or manifold converter.
For the valuation: Number on the shell, condition of the monolith, complete shell.
Metallic substrate
A substrate of thin wound metal foil instead of ceramic. Often used as pre-converter, in sports vehicles and motorcycles. More complex to process.
For the valuation: Type and weight; larger quantities are usually settled by assay.
Diesel
Filters made of silicon carbide or cordierite. Some are coated and contain platinum, others hardly any precious metal.
For the valuation: Number and vehicle. We will tell you openly if a filter is worth little.
Modern diesel
Oxidation catalyst and particulate filter in one shell, as in many current diesel vehicles.
For the valuation: Number; photos of both ends help to identify the components.
Loose material
Removed ceramic, whole or broken. Please hand it over in tightly closed bags or containers – never transport ceramic dust uncovered.
For the valuation: Weight; settlement after sampling and assay.
Large
Large units from commercial vehicles, buses, construction machinery, forklifts and stationary engines.
For the valuation: Type plate, dimensions and photos; individual offer.
Small
Small units from motorcycles, scooters and small engines, often with a metallic substrate.
For the valuation: A photo and the weight are usually enough.
To be honest
Replacement parts from the accessories trade. We accept them – but their precious metal loading is usually low, and the price is lower accordingly.
For the valuation: A photo is often enough for an estimate.
Photos
Three good photos save follow-up questions. A smartphone is enough – light and focus are what matter.
Tip: Do not grind away rust and soot. Clean the number only carefully with a wire brush – otherwise it becomes illegible.
Catalytic converters are a popular target for thieves. That is why we only buy against photo ID (private sellers) or company details and VAT number (businesses), and issue a receipt for every purchase. If anything looks suspicious, we decline.
Which documents we needPhotos and the number on the shell are enough for a first estimate. We reply in writing, usually within one working day.