A suspected converter theft needs attention as an incident and as a vehicle repair. A replacement-parts enquiry is only one part of that process.
Use official prevention advice
Police.uk recommends asking a dealer about suitable manufacturer-approved protection, choosing secure or well-overlooked parking and considering registration and forensic marking of the converter. Check the advice for the particular vehicle rather than buying a guard on appearance alone.
After a suspected theft
Follow the police reporting guidance and speak to your insurer and chosen repairer as appropriate. Have the vehicle assessed so the required components and any associated damage are identified. Ask the garage whether it is safe to move or drive the vehicle.
Gather the replacement details
Give CATman the registration, model, engine and any reference specified by the repairer. If the old converter is missing, the garage may need to identify the correct assembly from vehicle information rather than a readable code.
Confirm the full repair scope
Clarify which parts the quotation includes and which fitting or related work is being arranged separately. Do not assume a generic theft-cost article is a quote for your vehicle.
Read the official Police.uk advice on catalytic converter theft. For a replacement component, send CATman the confirmed vehicle and parts details.