Ford catalytic converters run about $30 to $450 for one original unit in 2026. An F-250 diesel unit leads at $250 to $450, F-150 V8 units bring $150 to $250 each, and a Focus unit brings $40 to $175. Count the units before you quote: most V8 Fords carry two, and many four-cylinder models add a manifold pre-cat.
Work through this page in order. Count first, identify second, price third. Do it in that sequence and you will not repeat the mistake that costs Ford sellers more than any other: quoting one converter on a truck that carries three.
Step one: count the cats on your Ford
Get the vehicle on ramps or a lift and trace the exhaust from the engine backward. Look for a bulge in the pipe, wider than the pipe itself, usually wrapped in a heat shield.
Check these positions in order:
- At the manifold. Many four-cylinder Fords cast a small catalyst directly into the exhaust manifold. Worth $20 to $100 and easy to miss entirely.
- One per bank, after the manifolds. Every V8 and most V6 Fords run two exhaust banks with a converter on each. Two units, priced separately.
- Mid-pipe, after the banks merge. Some trucks and vans add a third unit further back.
Write down what you find before calling anyone. A 5.4 F-150 with two units and a Focus with one are different transactions, and the buyer will not volunteer the difference.
Ford catalytic converter scrap prices by model
Model Years Notes Indicative range (USD) Measurement Model years covered What sets the unit apart Buyer quotes for one complete unit, honeycomb intact F-250 and F-350 diesel 1999 to 2018 Large body, high loading; the top Ford unit $250 to $450 F-150 (4.6 and 5.4 V8) 1997 to 2018 Two units fitted; the range is per unit $150 to $250 Excursion and Expedition 1997 to 2017 Large SUV, two units $150 to $300 E-350 and E-450 vans 1995 to 2018 Econoline body, often two units $125 to $300 Mustang V8 1996 to 2018 Two units; V6 years sit lower $100 to $275 Explorer and Mountaineer 1995 to 2018 Mid-size SUV, usually two units $100 to $250 Crown Victoria and Grand Marquis 1992 to 2011 The 4.6 fleet car, two units $100 to $250 Escape and Mariner 2001 to 2018 Compact SUV; hybrid years price higher $75 to $225 Ranger 1995 to 2018 Small truck, one or two units by engine $75 to $200 Edge and Fusion 2006 to 2018 Mid-size, V6 years lead $75 to $200 Windstar and Freestar 1995 to 2007 V6 van, two units $75 to $200 Transit and Transit Connect 2010 to 2018 Commercial van; diesel years far lower $50 to $200 Taurus and Sable 1996 to 2018 V6 sedan $60 to $175 Focus 2000 to 2018 The volume small Ford $40 to $175 Fiesta and Ka 2010 to 2018 Smallest Ford units $30 to $150 Torpedo unit (older V8) 1980s to 1990s Long tubular shell, sold as its own class $100 to $350 Manifold pre-cat, any model Various Small unit cast into the exhaust manifold $20 to $100 Aftermarket replacement, any model All years Universal unit, trace metal $5 to $50
Ranges are compiled from published core-buyer code lists, catalyst exchange transaction data and current scrap guides; they are not a live per-code feed. Every figure is for one complete unit, so double it on any vehicle carrying a pair.
Step two: identify by engine, not by model
Ford sellers search by engine size more than any other brand, and they are right to. A 4.6, a 5.4 and a 460 fit different hardware, and the model name alone does not tell a buyer which one you have.
| Engine | Typical vehicles | Units fitted | Where value sits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Measurement | Common applications | Converters on the vehicle | Position against the Ford range |
| 4.6 V8 | Crown Victoria, F-150, Mustang, Expedition | Two | Mid to upper, $100 to $250 each |
| 5.4 V8 | F-150, F-250, Expedition, E-350 | Two | Upper, $150 to $250 each |
| 6.0 and 6.7 diesel | F-250, F-350, Excursion | One or two, plus DPF on later years | Top of the range, $250 to $450 |
| 460 (7.5 V8) | Older F-series, Econoline, motorhome chassis | One or two, often torpedo shells | Varies widely, $100 to $350 |
| 2.0 and 2.3 four | Focus, Ranger, Escape, Transit Connect | One, plus manifold pre-cat | Lower, $40 to $200 |
On diesel F-250 and F-350 trucks from roughly 2008, separate the diesel oxidation catalyst from the diesel particulate filter. They are different parts, priced differently, and a buyer quoting one is not quoting both.
Step three: check the torpedo
If the vehicle is a 1980s or 1990s Ford, look for a long tubular shell rather than the flat oval most people picture. That is the torpedo, and the trade prices it as its own class rather than by vehicle. Expect $100 to $350 depending on length and condition.
Two checks before you quote one. Shake it: a rattle means the substrate has broken up and the price drops sharply. Look inside both ends: decades of heat can melt the honeycomb closed, which reads as damaged even if the shell looks fine.
Ford prices around the world
Platinum, palladium and rhodium settle in US dollars, so the metal inside a Ford unit is worth the same everywhere. The currency and the local buyer pool are what change. The table converts the Ford span, from a Focus unit at the bottom to an F-250 diesel unit at the top, into each market’s money at today’s rate.
Market Currency Unit Equivalent range United States USD per unit $40.00 to 450.00 United Kingdom GBP per unit £29.59 to 332.87 Canada CAD per unit C$55.32 to 622.39 Australia AUD per unit A$55.51 to 624.46 Germany EUR per unit €34.44 to 387.48 India INR per unit ₹3,782 to 42,546 Bangladesh BDT per unit ৳4,917 to 55,318 United Arab Emirates AED per unit AED146.90 to 1,653 Saudi Arabia SAR per unit SAR150.00 to 1,688 Turkey TRY per unit ₺1,938 to 21,807 South Africa ZAR per unit R638.30 to 7,181 China CNY per unit CN¥268.78 to 3,024
Treat these as the metal-value anchor rather than a local quote. The United States and United Kingdom settle near it; markets that export units for refining, including Bangladesh and India, come in below once freight and the exporter’s margin are deducted.
Selling multiple units without losing money
When a vehicle carries two or three converters, follow this sequence.
Photograph each unit separately, with its stamped code visible. Number the photographs so a buyer can quote line by line rather than lumping them. Ask for a per-unit price, not a total for the vehicle, because a single figure hides which unit is being underpaid. Confirm whether the quote covers the manifold pre-cat, which is frequently excluded without being mentioned.
Then get a second quote the same day. Buyer lists re-mark whenever the three metals move, and precious metal prices have recovered through 2026 rather than fallen, so a quote based on last year’s assumptions will be low.
Common mistakes
- Quoting one converter on a V8 that carries two, or three.
- Missing the manifold pre-cat on four-cylinder Focus, Ranger and Escape models.
- Giving the model name instead of the engine size and the stamped code.
- Accepting a single vehicle total rather than a price per unit.
- Selling a diesel truck’s oxidation catalyst and particulate filter as one item.
- Cutting a torpedo shell open to inspect it, which removes most of the value.
Questions people actually ask
How many catalytic converters does an F-150 have?
Two on the V8 models, one per exhaust bank, each worth $150 to $250. Some model years add a third unit further back in the exhaust. Count them on the vehicle rather than trusting a specification sheet.
Is a Ford converter worth more than a Honda or Toyota one?
At the top, yes: an F-250 diesel unit beats anything on the Honda list. In the middle, foreign units generally lead, so a Focus unit sits below a comparable Toyota Corolla unit. Ford’s advantage is quantity per vehicle, not value per unit.
My Ford converter was stolen — what was it worth to the thief?
Less than the replacement bill by a wide margin. F-series trucks sit high enough to make removal quick, which is why they are targeted. The theft and reporting rules cover the paperwork, and replacement cost explains the invoice you are now facing.
Figures on this page are indicative buyer ranges for complete, uncut original units and are not offers to buy. Converter types, codes and selling rules are covered on the main catalytic converter price page.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a Ford catalytic converter worth as scrap?
Between roughly $30 and $450 for one original unit in 2026. Fiesta units run $30 to $150, Focus units $40 to $175, F-150 V8 units $150 to $250 each, and F-250 or F-350 diesel units $250 to $450. Aftermarket replacements bring $5 to $50.
How many catalytic converters does a Ford F-150 have?
Most V8 F-150s carry two, one per exhaust bank, each worth $150 to $250. Some model years add a third unit further back in the exhaust. Because the range is per unit, a single truck commonly holds $300 to $500 or more in converters.
Which Ford catalytic converter is worth the most?
The F-250 and F-350 diesel units, at roughly $250 to $450, because the large body carries a heavier precious metal loading. On later diesel trucks the diesel particulate filter is a separate part with its own price, so ask for both to be quoted.
What is a Ford torpedo catalytic converter?
It is the long tubular converter fitted to many 1980s and 1990s Fords, named for its shape rather than any model. Buyers list it as its own class at roughly $100 to $350, priced on length and whether the internal substrate is intact.
Does the engine size change the Ford converter price?
Yes, more than the model name does. A 5.4 V8 unit sits at the upper end at $150 to $250 each, a 4.6 slightly below it, and a 2.0 four-cylinder unit at $40 to $200. Quote the engine and the stamped code rather than the vehicle name.
Should I sell my Ford converters separately or together?
Ask for a price per unit rather than one total for the vehicle. A single figure hides which unit is being underpaid, and it often quietly excludes the small manifold pre-cat fitted to many four-cylinder models.