96 TDI Passat, where to buy catalytic converter?

Hello, I need to replace my catalytic converter, dealer wants over $600 for replacement.. where can I buy an aftermarket at a lower price? Thanks!

are you in a state that requires them? if not just straight pipe it by having your handy muffler/pipe shop bend you a stainless steel relacement for the entire exhaust (with hangars). They can weld on the flange for the connection to the engine pipe and all you do or they can do for you is to bolt it up and hang it.

....Or you could remove it, punch out the honeycomb and reinstall. Assuming the problem is a plugged cat. Although I am not sure of what toxic hazards there might be to yourself by doing this.

Hello, I am looking for the same thing. Were you able to fine one at a decent price?

I bought one from the dealer a few years back for something like $800. Next time that money is going into a 2.5 inch SS straight pipe.

If you must have one I believe MetalNerd was working on finding a source more affordable.

Read the following diatribe on page three under the heading:
96 B4 Catalytic Converter Failure

Remanufactured Cats You could look here

My 96 Passat CAT was cut and replaced with a universal cat by local mufflar shop. Working fine for last 15000 KM without any change in fuel consumption or power. They charge me Can $ 250.00

There are lots of TDI's around here and therefore numerous choices for new aftermarket cats. I chose the largest of 3 available over-the-counter when I replaced mine (97 Passat). Our neighbours to the south aren't as lucky.

Rick

My 96 Passat CAT was cut and replaced with a universal cat by local mufflar shop. Working fine for last 15000 KM without any change in fuel consumption or power. They charge me Can $ 250.00

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