Sell your 1997 Toyota Supra for cash

The 1997 Toyota Supra is a small car that came with a 3.0L 6-cyl engine. 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 Toyota Supra at a glance

Body styleMinicompact Cars
Engines3.0L 6-cyl (turbocharged versions available)
TransmissionsAutomatic 4-spd, Manual 5-spd, Manual 6-spd
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline
Fuel economy15–16 city / 22–23 highway / 18–19 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$4,350–$4,550 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂468–494 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 Supra'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 1997 Supra. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the steering, typically around 210,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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1997 Toyota Supra recalls

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering the 1997 Toyota Supra. 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.

Air BagsJan 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V033000

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 1998-2000 RAV4, 1998-1999 RAV4 EV and Celica and 1997-1998 Supra vehicles. These vehicles were equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) and do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI…

Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, an inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag may not properly protect the occupant, and increases the risk of se

Common 1997 Supra problems

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1997 Toyota Supra with NHTSA.

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

  • Steering1
  • Vehicle Speed Control1

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Steering210,000 mi
  • Vehicle Speed Control210,000 mi

1997 Toyota Supra service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 28 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 1997 Toyota Supra. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Equipment7
  • Equipment4
  • Air Bags3
  • Electrical System2
  • Equipment2
  • Power Train2

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJan 2022 · Toyota PRO19-02

    POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMar 2021 · Toyota Safety Re

    Toyota Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsApr 2020 · T-SB-0304-17 Obs

    TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 07, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0032-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAug 2018 · PG004-97-Obsolet

    Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

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Selling a 1997 Supra: questions

How much is a 1997 Toyota Supra 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 Supra that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 1997 Supras 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 Supra with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1997 Toyota Supra; 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 Supra?

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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