Sell your 2000 Toyota Celica for cash

The 2000 Toyota Celica is a small car that came with a 1.8L 4-cyl engine. At 26 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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2000 Toyota Celica at a glance

Body styleSubcompact Cars
Engines1.8L 4-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 4-spd, Manual 5-spd, Manual 6-spd
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
Fuel economy20–24 city / 27–31 highway / 23–27 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$2,500–$3,550 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂329–386 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA4 configurations
Age26 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 26 years old, most of a 2000 Celica'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 2 recalls for the 2000 Celica. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the engine and engine cooling, typically around 93,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

2000 Toyota Celica recalls

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 2000 Toyota Celica. 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 LightingNov 2004 · NHTSA campaign 04V566000

Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, 'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.' the luminous intensity of the daytime running lamp (drl) will be modified to meet the standard requirements.

Service Brakes, HydraulicSep 2004 · NHTSA campaign 04V455000

Certain passenger vehicles have the possibility that the recess retains a rubber seal ring, which is located at the end of the cylinder body, and may be corroded due to an improper washing process.

Risk: In this condition, brake fluid may leak from the seal, or a small amount of air may enter the master cylinder, which could lead to an increase of vehicle stopping distance.

Common 2000 Celica problems

Owners have filed 106 complaints about the 2000 Toyota Celica with NHTSA. 13 reports involved a crash and 2 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 8 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

  • Engine and Engine Cooling15
  • Engine and Engine Cooling9
  • Power Train9
  • Engine and Engine Cooling8
  • Engine and Engine Cooling8
  • Power Train8

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Engine and Engine Cooling93,000 mi
  • Engine and Engine Cooling20,000 mi
  • Engine and Engine Cooling60,000 mi

2000 Toyota Celica service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 96 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2000 Toyota Celica. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Structure21
  • Equipment10
  • Equipment6
  • Air Bags5
  • Engine and Engine Cooling5
  • Power Train5

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsDec 2024 · T-SB-0035-24 Rev2

    Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle o

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsDec 2024 · T-SB-0038-24 Rev2

    To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the whe

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsDec 2024 · T-SB-0039-24 Rev2

    The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix with rainwater, nighttime dew, or high humidity to form acidic

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsDec 2024 · T-SB-0061-23 Rev2

    Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. This material protects from acid rain, environ

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA opened 1 defect investigation covering the 2000 Toyota Celica.

Engine and Engine CoolingDP02004 · opened Apr 2002, closed Jun 2002

Engine seizure

Selling a 2000 Celica: questions

How much is a 2000 Toyota Celica 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 2000 Celica that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2000 Celicas 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 2000 Celica with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 Toyota Celica; 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 2000 Celica?

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.

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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