Sell your 1997 Hyundai Tiburon for cash

The 1997 Hyundai Tiburon is a small car that came with a choice of 1.8L 4-cyl and 2.0L 4-cyl engines. At 29 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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1997 Hyundai Tiburon at a glance

Body styleSubcompact Cars
Engines1.8L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 4-spd, Manual 5-spd
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy18–20 city / 26–29 highway / 21–23 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$2,900–$3,200 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂386–423 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA4 configurations
Age29 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 29 years old, most of a 1997 Tiburon's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a small car, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 1997 Tiburon. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the air bags. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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1997 Hyundai Tiburon recalls

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls covering the 1997 Hyundai Tiburon. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Seat BeltsNov 2001 · NHTSA campaign 01V345000

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat belts may not extend and retract smoothly through the d-ring guides mounted on the body pillars aft of the doors. If the seat belts do not extend and retract smoothly, they may twist in the d-ring guides and make it inconvenient to extend and retract the…

Risk: If the seat belts are inconvenient to use, the seat occupant may not be inclined to wear the seat belts properly, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Fuel System, GasolineJul 2000 · NHTSA campaign 00V095002

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The evaporative emission control systems can apply excessive vacuum to the fuel tanks during the canister purge cycle. If excessive vacuum is applied, minor fuel tank distortion can result. A small crack could develop on the upper fuel tank surface. The "check engine" light would then…

Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Fuel System, GasolineMar 2000 · NHTSA campaign 00V095001

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The evaporative emission control systems can apply excessive vacuum to the fuel tanks during the canister purge cycle. If excessive vacuum is applied, minor fuel tank distortion can result. A small crack could develop on the upper fuel tank surface. The "check engine" light would then…

Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

VisibilityFeb 1997 · NHTSA campaign 97V026000

The windshield wiper motor circuit breaker electrical contacts were contaminated during assembly.

Risk: This contamination interferes with the electrical circuit continuity and prevents the windshield wiper motor from operating. Inoperative windshield wipers can contribute to reduced visibility during inclement weather increasing the risk of

Common 1997 Tiburon problems

Owners have filed 36 complaints about the 1997 Hyundai Tiburon with NHTSA. 5 reports involved a crash. Owners reported 2 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Air Bags4
  • Air Bags4
  • Fuel System, Gasoline4
  • Power Train4
  • Engine and Engine Cooling3
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages3

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Fuel System, Gasoline125,000 mi
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages71,000 mi

1997 Hyundai Tiburon service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 66 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 1997 Hyundai Tiburon. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Power Train9
  • Power Train6
  • Service Brakes6
  • Structure4
  • Electrical System3
  • Engine and Engine Cooling3

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJan 2023 · 23-BD-002H

    This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog l

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMar 2021 · 21-EM-004H

    This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing C

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMar 2021 · 21-BR-002H

    This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMar 2021 · 21-EM-003H

    This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA opened 1 defect investigation covering the 1997 Hyundai Tiburon.

Fuel System, GasolineSQ00003 · opened Feb 2000, openLed to recall 00V095001

Fuel cap replacement campaign 36

There is no summary currently available

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Selling a 1997 Tiburon: questions

How much is a 1997 Hyundai Tiburon worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 1997 Tiburon that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 1997 Tiburons that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 1997 Tiburon with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 1997 Hyundai Tiburon; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 1997 Tiburon?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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