Sell your 2008 Hyundai Tiburon for cash

The 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is a small car that came with a choice of 2.0L 4-cyl and 2.7L 6-cyl engines. At 18 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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2008 Hyundai Tiburon at a glance

Body styleSubcompact Cars
Engines2.0L 4-cyl, 2.7L 6-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 4-spd, Manual 5-spd, Manual 6-spd
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy16–20 city / 24–28 highway / 19–23 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$2,900–$3,550 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂386–468 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA5 configurations
Age18 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 18 years old, most of a 2008 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 1 recall for the 2008 Tiburon. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the air bags, typically around 32,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

2008 Hyundai Tiburon recalls

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering the 2008 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.

Exterior LightingApr 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V113000

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April…

Risk: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved o

Common 2008 Tiburon problems

Owners have filed 19 complaints about the 2008 Hyundai Tiburon with NHTSA. 2 reports involved a crash.

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 Bags10
  • Seat Belts4
  • Electronic Stability Control (Esc)2
  • Unknown or Other2
  • Electrical System1
  • Exterior Lighting1

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Air Bags32,000 mi
  • Seat Belts63,000 mi
  • Electronic Stability Control (Esc)30,000 mi
  • Unknown or Other30,000 mi
  • Electrical System14,000 mi

2008 Hyundai Tiburon service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 33 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Equipment3
  • Equipment Adaptive/Mobility3
  • Power Train3
  • Electrical System2
  • Equipment2
  • Power Train2

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsOct 2026 · 26-EM-016H TSB

    Some vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. This bulletin outlines the combustion chamber cleaning pr

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsOct 2026 · 26-EM-015H TSB

    Certain vehicles equipped with internal combustion engines may exhibit higher-than-expected engine oil consumption. This bulletin provides the inspection and repair proce

  • OtherApr 2026 · DTN DCS

    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety advisory regarding dangerous, counterfeit driver‑side airbag inflators manufactured

  • OtherApr 2026 · DTN DL

    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of substandard and dangerous driver's-side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin P

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Other Hyundai Tiburon years

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Selling a 2008 Tiburon: questions

How much is a 2008 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 2008 Tiburon that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2008 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 2008 Tiburon with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 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 2008 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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