Catalytic Converters Recycling in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles has 3 catalytic-converter buyers, averaging 3.7★ across 169 reviews; all 3 are open Saturday.
California law requires licensed dealers to verify your identity, thumbprint, and vehicle ownership before purchasing catalytic converters, with a mandatory 3-day holding period on all sales. The Los Angeles-area scrap yards listed here—including established operations like SA Recycling and Williams Recycling—buy catalytic converters alongside other auto and metal materials, with most locations open on Saturdays. About one-third of these yards offer same-day cash payment, making it convenient to sell your catalytic converter locally.
Legal Requirements in California
California requires valid photo ID, thumbprint, and proof of vehicle ownership. Only licensed dealers may buy. 3-day holding period applies.
Full state-by-state laws guide →
Estimated Value Range
Catalytic converters typically sell for $50–$800+ depending on vehicle type, age, and precious metal content.
Hybrid vehicles (e.g., Toyota Prius) tend to pay the most.
Open Sat Pickup Available Towing
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SteelIronCopperAluminumBrassStainless Steel +6 more
SA Recycling is a Los Angeles scrap metal recycling center that accepts ferrous and non-ferrous metals, appliances, insulated copper wire, auto batteries, radiators, and end-of-life vehicles, and offers roll-off container services for businesses.
Specialties auto recycling · roll-off containers · demolition scrap · contractor pricing
Open Sat
Accepts
SteelIronCopperAluminumBrassStainless Steel +3 more
Williams Recycling is a scrap metal yard serving Southern California since 1975 that buys steel scrap, vehicles, appliances, and non-ferrous metals including copper, brass, aluminum, and stainless steel.
Specialties vehicle recycling · appliance recycling
💵 Pays Cash Open Sat Walk-in OK
Accepts
SteelIronCopperAluminumBrassStainless Steel +2 more
A CRV recycling center that buys aluminum cans, glass bottles, and plastic bottles at competitive prices.
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