2005 Nissan Xterra Catalytic Converter & Spark Plugs

SOCCERGALMEX

MEMBER
2005 NISSAN XTERRA
132,000 MILES

I have a 2005 Nissan X-terra. It starting having problems accelerating and would not go over 20 mph just recently. At some points it could barely accelerate at all, and the car barely made it to the shop before breaking down. Took it to a mechanic who told me I need to have all the spark plugs replaced and the catalytic converter. Totaling in about $1,400 dollars in repairs.

I'm planning on buying a new car, and just want to trade in my X-terra. I've been told by friends that you don't necessarily need a catalytic converter to have the car run. What are the minimal repairs that could be done in order to just get my car running? I plan on just driving directly over to the dealership. Is it possible to just have the spark plugs replaced and leave the catalytic converter as is? Would this be sufficient?

Please HELP!
-Karyna Romo

1 Reply

HMAC300

MECHANIC
48,601 POSTS

You can just do the plugs and see how it runs, unles the converter is totally blocked but normally they don't except it will have the check engine light on and i'm sure they will reduce the trade in value.