Scrap Car Parts Singapore
We buy individual automotive components — catalytic converters, copper harness, aluminium castings, alloy rims, batteries — from workshops, mechanics and dismantlers.
What Molten Steel actually buys
We buy scrap metal — not whole vehicles. Molten Steel is a licensed scrap metal dealer, not an LTA-appointed scrap car dealer. We do not deregister cars and we do not handle COE rebates. Our customers are scrap car dealers, yards, mechanics and workshops who already strip vehicles down to recoverable metal.
We buy
- Stripped car bodies (metal shell only)
- Catalytic converters
- Engine blocks, gearboxes, drivetrain
- Copper wiring harnesses
- Aluminium rims, brass fittings
- Loose ferrous + non-ferrous parts
Strip and remove first
- Tyres
- Seat cushions and foam
- Wool, fabric, carpet
- Steering wheel (plastic + airbag)
- Windscreen and side glass
- Plastic trim, dashboard
Are you a car owner trying to deregister an end-of-life vehicle? Use an LTA-appointed scrap car dealer first. Once they strip the vehicle to metal, Molten Steel buys that metal at LME-benchmarked per-kg rates.
Cash for individual scrap car parts
Workshops replacing exhaust systems, mechanics handling engine swaps, and dismantlers clearing stock all need a reliable buyer for individual automotive components. Molten Steel buys scrap car parts directly — weighed, graded and paid on collection.
This sits alongside our scrap car metal buyer service — the per-component flow is priced by material grade rather than by stripped vehicle weight.
Parts we buy and indicative prices
| Part | Typical payout (SGD) | Why it is valuable |
|---|---|---|
| Catalytic converter (OEM) | S$80 – S$500 | Platinum, palladium, rhodium coating |
| Catalytic converter (aftermarket) | S$20 – S$60 | Limited precious-metal load |
| Copper wiring harness (full loom) | S$30 – S$80 | Heavy copper content |
| Aluminium engine block / head | S$30 – S$120 | Alloy weight, clean if drained |
| Aluminium alloy wheels (set of 4) | S$40 – S$100 | High-grade aluminium |
| Lead-acid battery (per unit) | S$8 – S$30 | Lead recovery, per NEA handling |
| Stainless exhaust downstream | S$10 – S$40 | Stainless content, full section |
| Transmission housing | S$30 – S$100 | Aluminium or mixed alloy body |
| Steel chassis / panel sections | Weight-based | Priced per tonne of ferrous |
Part pricing moves with daily non-ferrous markets. For current benchmarks see our Singapore scrap metal prices and the material-specific pages: copper, aluminium, lead, plus the catalytic converter stream.
Catalytic converters — the highest-value single part
A single OEM catalytic converter can be worth more than an entire steel chassis. We price by visual identification, OE part number where visible, and where required by XRF assay of the ceramic substrate. Workshops selling 5+ cats per month can move to a contract rate — ask us directly.
- See benchmark pricing on the catalytic converter scrap value guide
- Aftermarket and universal cats accepted but priced lower
- Hollow / gutted cats accepted only at steel-shell rates
- Twin-cat and DPF combinations (Euro 6 diesel) quoted per unit
Who sells us parts
- Independent workshops clearing replaced exhausts and radiators
- Car dismantlers consolidating non-ferrous recovery
- Mechanics handling engine swaps — old block, harness, starter
- Tyre shops removing old alloy wheels and lead balance weights
- Private owners with parts from a previous scrap or restoration
How the parts buying process works
- Send photos of the parts on WhatsApp, with a rough weight or count.
- We respond with an indicative per-unit or per-kg rate.
- For larger lots we schedule a collection van; small lots can be dropped at the yard.
- Parts are weighed / inspected on arrival. Final price confirmed against the quote.
- Payment released same day by PayNow, bank transfer or cash.
Paperwork for parts transactions
Parts purchases are lighter on paperwork than vehicle scrapping, but still require basic compliance:
- NRIC or ACRA bizfile for the seller
- Source of parts (workshop invoice, previous owner, etc.) for catalytic converters specifically
- Signed receipt of sale — we provide the template
- For company accounts: tax invoice issued by Molten Steel on payment
For catalytic converters we are stricter on provenance because of theft risk; workshops with a regular supply are onboarded once with supplier paperwork, then transact smoothly after.
Parts we do not buy
- Used tyres (separate tyre recyclers handle these)
- Airbags and seatbelt pretensioners (restricted hazardous items)
- Fuel tanks with residual petrol / diesel — drain first
- Glass, plastic bumpers, upholstery — no scrap value
- SRS modules or ECUs with active coding / VIN binding issues
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a minimum quantity to sell parts to you?
No strict minimum. A single catalytic converter is worth collecting. For smaller non-ferrous items we suggest consolidating a batch — tow and collection costs become material if the total payout is under S$50.
Can workshops get a contract rate?
Yes. Workshops selling five or more catalytic converters a month, or regular volumes of copper harness / alloy, can negotiate a standing rate with monthly settlement. Contact us to set this up.
How do you handle stolen-parts risk for catalytic converters?
We require provenance for every cat transaction — workshop invoice, replacement paperwork, or evidence of legitimate origin. This protects both sides and keeps us compliant with police and NEA guidance.
Is it better to sell parts separately or as one stripped-body load?
It depends on the parts. Alloy wheels and a good catalytic converter sometimes price higher when sold separately by category. For most stripped loads, the per-kg total is similar either way. Our scrap car value calculator helps you compare.
