One of my best friends got a 2001 Hyundai Tiburon when we were both starting University, in 2008. Fast forward to 2017, and his fiance (now wife) wanted to get rid of the car since he had a better ride but refused to sell it or junk it. He called me and gave it to me. My father and I have been slowly replacing the parts that have failed due to old age, but it is my main car (driving 60 miles everyday except weekends) and feels really nice for a 20 years old car. Definitely a great ride!
Buy what you can. The parts are starting to be discontinued fast. The fuel pump housing and senders which rot being in the tank, are now discontinued and hard to find.
My husband bought one brand new (Imported to the UK 13th July 2000), stored for nearly 2 years until he purchased it. 1.6 Engine, basic model, no alloys, air con or spoiler, but did have electric windows. Absolutely brilliant Car. Given to me in 2014, the workhorse was tired. By March 2016 he wasn’t fit to be MOT’d. Forever a Legend. Approximately 285K miles at end of life.
In 1996, this car was very fast for the price, and reliable. The Eclipse GS-T and Integra R were the next popular model up, but cost almost another $10k. In addition, they sold well because Hyundai was the first to offer a 10yr/100k warranty. I still have 2 of these, a 99 and an 01. Two different body styles but pretty much the same otherwise. I bought the 99 for $300 a few years ago with a bad battery and clutch. Replaced them both in a few hours for under $200 and had the car driving like a champ. Driving it now due to gas prices. Anyways, I've known this car for over 20yrs now, so if you have any questions, let me know.
How did you replace the clutch? I just bought a 2000 tiburon for $350 but it has a bad clutch. Do I need to drop the subframe or can I just unbolt the engine mounts and put a floor jack to slightly lower the engine and slide out the transmission?
@@TopSpin361 There is a cross-member that supports the transmission front and back. Then a trans mount on the side frame. You will need to remove the crossmember first, then lower the trans after removing the side mount. Be sure to remove sideways first, then drop. Also to note, most people forget to remove the clutch lever! You must do that so it releases the throw out bearing inside. The trans won't pull apart without removing that. The job is pretty easy. Just be patient and check for things you missed if it's not budging.
My girlfriend had one of these 10 years ago, her first car when she was 18, 5 speed i4. I've owned 2 mustang gts and a cobra, driven miatas, s2000, challengers and several others, this car wasn't the fastest, but it had the best powerband, great gear ratios and cornered like it was on rails. One of the best driving cars. However, I was a mechanic back then, and it was a mechanics nightmare!
Not sure why? This car is super easy to fix. I've been all through it and it's a piece of cake to diagnose. They never really had any major issues or recalls either. The annoying seatbelt retractor was the only recall it had.
i think that in hyundai coupe is easier take the cornered than a miata is because the hyundai coupe is front wheel drive, and all cars whats you mentioned are RWD.
My aunt has one and im still looking after it. 85,000 miles on it and she bought it back in 2005. I think its worth restoring for her and it runs great still.
Just got one for 3 grand and it’s in near mint condition (bought a battery and wheels for it ). My budget wasn’t high and I wanted a car that looked nice and not a grandma car. It sounds and looks like a sports car but it isn’t which really helps the price. And really REALLY good on gas. I want to keep this car till I die!
I have one of these, same generation, and it is an amazing car. I’ve added almost every mod to this car that you can think of. Except a turbo. It handles so well! It’s not fast but it’s an amazing and fun car! I can race it and still get 26 mpg😂 100% recommend this car.
I always liked its looks. I saw a yellow one in 99 at a Lot forever. The dash AC controls were cheap feeling. Toy like on dash. Chunky cheap shift knob. I still think it looks fresh, I like it better than next gen looks wise. Better than any other Hyundai I have seen.
@@cardiiiiii depends the hp these motors are good for 300+whp on pump gas and over 400whp on e85 stock long block and can last a while at that. Not the stock 5 speed is the weak point past 350 wtq it life shortens .
I just picked up a 2000 with no body damage, surface rust on the back end tire wells. Interior needs the 2 front seats redone. Hasn't ran in 10 Yeats but I should be ready to fire it up when battery gets back in. Planning an rebuilding motor down the road and putting dual turbos on it. Will post videos later on. Mine is a 2.0 5 speed
OMG. I have this vehicle in much better shape with manual trans. Love it but it won’t start these days. Looking to restore at a price beyond its actual worth. I have shed tears. My “R00 BEE” (actual plate) will rust in the woods or be restored to original or better specs before I leave this world. Anyone want to inherit it on my passing )I’m a healthy 67 year old) is invited to apply.
Nice review. I agree with your philosophy; good car, everything can be repaired for cheap. The interior design was completed in 1995, slightly changed in 2000. There is absolutely nothing in common with Pontiac or Pontiac Grand Prix. The design itself is inspired by the 1990 Toyota Celica, Hyundai 1992 HCD I, 1993 HCD II Epoch, and 1995 HCD III concepts designed by San Francisco Academy of Arts, named after the city Tiburon, California, across from the college. The original design was designed by Korean designer Park Jong-su. There was never a V6 offered in the 1996-2001 body.
I got up to 260k on mine. Ended up going through 2 timing belts requiring new head each time. If you buy one, do the timing belt every 80k miles. It was a 5 speed. Great car. A lot of fun
I got the same car but mine is green and is manual I paid 50 dollars for it form a guy I told him I’ll give you 50 bucks for it he said ok but it didn’t run when I got it I towed it home changed the fuel pump and it ran like new I’m getting back out tomorrow and seeing if I can fix her again it has a very slight knock
These are like any other foreign car when used up north. They rot fast. Not that it's a bad car, but by now they've fallen apart in the northern areas. Both of mine in Texas are pristine!
The dashboard in the 2000-2001 has that Audi feel to it. That's why I have a 1999 dash that soon to be carbon fiber adhesive covered with a gray EL reverse glow guage & a dashboard trim kit. It's plastic is cheap but I like the originality of the 90s shark dashboard.
@titomurat1015 Excellent! Are you upgrading the engine to be turbocharger ready? Any other mods going in? I hope it works out for you! My '01 tiburon was super reliable . Let us know how it goes.
I had an 01 - it looked so badass but it was a dog. I disagree with anyone saying this car had any credibility for racing or sports driving. You'd lose to "that guy" in the green Neon.
it's a bit of an ugly car, but I guess that keeps them cheap cuz it looks like you described a Celica to someone over the phone to someone who had never seen one and had them draw what you described.
One of my best friends got a 2001 Hyundai Tiburon when we were both starting University, in 2008. Fast forward to 2017, and his fiance (now wife) wanted to get rid of the car since he had a better ride but refused to sell it or junk it. He called me and gave it to me. My father and I have been slowly replacing the parts that have failed due to old age, but it is my main car (driving 60 miles everyday except weekends) and feels really nice for a 20 years old car. Definitely a great ride!
Buy what you can. The parts are starting to be discontinued fast. The fuel pump housing and senders which rot being in the tank, are now discontinued and hard to find.
My husband bought one brand new (Imported to the UK 13th July 2000), stored for nearly 2 years until he purchased it. 1.6 Engine, basic model, no alloys, air con or spoiler, but did have electric windows. Absolutely brilliant Car. Given to me in 2014, the workhorse was tired. By March 2016 he wasn’t fit to be MOT’d. Forever a Legend. Approximately 285K miles at end of life.
In 1996, this car was very fast for the price, and reliable. The Eclipse GS-T and Integra R were the next popular model up, but cost almost another $10k. In addition, they sold well because Hyundai was the first to offer a 10yr/100k warranty. I still have 2 of these, a 99 and an 01. Two different body styles but pretty much the same otherwise. I bought the 99 for $300 a few years ago with a bad battery and clutch. Replaced them both in a few hours for under $200 and had the car driving like a champ. Driving it now due to gas prices.
Anyways, I've known this car for over 20yrs now, so if you have any questions, let me know.
my gas gauge needle always shows lower or empty even when i got gas how do i fix that
How did you replace the clutch? I just bought a 2000 tiburon for $350 but it has a bad clutch. Do I need to drop the subframe or can I just unbolt the engine mounts and put a floor jack to slightly lower the engine and slide out the transmission?
@@TopSpin361 There is a cross-member that supports the transmission front and back. Then a trans mount on the side frame. You will need to remove the crossmember first, then lower the trans after removing the side mount. Be sure to remove sideways first, then drop. Also to note, most people forget to remove the clutch lever! You must do that so it releases the throw out bearing inside. The trans won't pull apart without removing that.
The job is pretty easy. Just be patient and check for things you missed if it's not budging.
I'm from Portugal, and I have a 1999 Hyundai coupé, I'm restoring it and in my opinion it's an excellent, very reliable car!
My girlfriend had one of these 10 years ago, her first car when she was 18, 5 speed i4. I've owned 2 mustang gts and a cobra, driven miatas, s2000, challengers and several others, this car wasn't the fastest, but it had the best powerband, great gear ratios and cornered like it was on rails. One of the best driving cars. However, I was a mechanic back then, and it was a mechanics nightmare!
Not sure why? This car is super easy to fix. I've been all through it and it's a piece of cake to diagnose. They never really had any major issues or recalls either. The annoying seatbelt retractor was the only recall it had.
i think that in hyundai coupe is easier take the cornered than a miata is because the hyundai coupe is front wheel drive, and all cars whats you mentioned are RWD.
My aunt has one and im still looking after it. 85,000 miles on it and she bought it back in 2005. I think its worth restoring for her and it runs great still.
Im late to the party but i got one...a 96' red tiburon....sexy as heck❤ i had fun with this vid...😊 Thanks for reviewing this car.
Just got one for 3 grand and it’s in near mint condition (bought a battery and wheels for it ). My budget wasn’t high and I wanted a car that looked nice and not a grandma car. It sounds and looks like a sports car but it isn’t which really helps the price. And really REALLY good on gas. I want to keep this car till I die!
Same Here! I wanna keep my 01 Tib, get it running again, put some nice accessories in...Not using it now but will soon.
Just fixed my old one from high school up, forgot how fun it is to drive!
I have one of these, same generation, and it is an amazing car. I’ve added almost every mod to this car that you can think of. Except a turbo. It handles so well! It’s not fast but it’s an amazing and fun car! I can race it and still get 26 mpg😂 100% recommend this car.
This is great review and really does this car justice. My first car was a 2000 Tiburon.
finally someone who thinks 150k is low miles. tired of people calling 2018 cars old.
It looks so clean in orange
I just got mine finally finished and inspected a few months ago, a piece of crap but I am loving it as a first car
Got mine for 500$! Needed new battery and new struts, jus a fun ass car
Thanks bud. I really appreciate the honest review, love your real video feel and straight to the point approach. Super helpful 🙏
I always liked its looks. I saw a yellow one in 99 at a Lot forever. The dash AC controls were cheap feeling. Toy like on dash. Chunky cheap shift knob. I still think it looks fresh, I like it better than next gen looks wise. Better than any other Hyundai I have seen.
i have this coupe 2.0 139hp rd2 ..buy this car in 2008.. 14 year...love this car
I got me a Hyundai Tiburon from 2001 recently. I love it. I'm taking it to the Nurburgring :p
I still drive one. It's fun to drive
Really like these, cool video fellas 👍
Those motors are strong as hell though, the motor can last long and make power on stock internals if you turbo it.
Well over 300whp on turbo and stock motor. I myself made only 275whp and drove it around for years.
turbos fuck up the engine dummy
@@cardiiiiii what are talking about? Can't make an false blanket statement like that.
@@rushking19 any engine is specd for that special horsepower etc by adding more u would just put ur motor and transmission in jeopardy
@@cardiiiiii depends the hp these motors are good for 300+whp on pump gas and over 400whp on e85 stock long block and can last a while at that. Not the stock 5 speed is the weak point past 350 wtq it life shortens .
I just picked up a 2000 with no body damage, surface rust on the back end tire wells. Interior needs the 2 front seats redone. Hasn't ran in 10 Yeats but I should be ready to fire it up when battery gets back in. Planning an rebuilding motor down the road and putting dual turbos on it. Will post videos later on. Mine is a 2.0 5 speed
Where’s it at
This is the hardest car to look at that will make you the hardest when you race civics there is.
great video, good job!
OMG. I have this vehicle in much better shape with manual trans. Love it but it won’t start these days. Looking to restore at a price beyond its actual worth. I have shed tears. My “R00 BEE” (actual plate) will rust in the woods or be restored to original or better specs before I leave this world. Anyone want to inherit it on my passing )I’m a healthy 67 year old) is invited to apply.
Id love to fix your car
Nice review. I agree with your philosophy; good car, everything can be repaired for cheap. The interior design was completed in 1995, slightly changed in 2000. There is absolutely nothing in common with Pontiac or Pontiac Grand Prix. The design itself is inspired by the 1990 Toyota Celica, Hyundai 1992 HCD I, 1993 HCD II Epoch, and 1995 HCD III concepts designed by San Francisco Academy of Arts, named after the city Tiburon, California, across from the college. The original design was designed by Korean designer Park Jong-su. There was never a V6 offered in the 1996-2001 body.
I got up to 260k on mine. Ended up going through 2 timing belts requiring new head each time. If you buy one, do the timing belt every 80k miles. It was a 5 speed. Great car. A lot of fun
I got the same car but mine is green and is manual I paid 50 dollars for it form a guy I told him I’ll give you 50 bucks for it he said ok but it didn’t run when I got it I towed it home changed the fuel pump and it ran like new I’m getting back out tomorrow and seeing if I can fix her again it has a very slight knock
Believe it or now, even though that green color didn't sell much at the time, it's actually very rare and desirable now. lol
My first car
I don't like the rear end of this particular model. By the way, are this one's rear struts completely rotten as well?
These are like any other foreign car when used up north. They rot fast. Not that it's a bad car, but by now they've fallen apart in the northern areas. Both of mine in Texas are pristine!
The rear end of these 2000-2001 Hyundai tiburon reminds me a bit of the Subaru wrx/impreza tail lights.
I have this one modified new engine for race beautifully sport cars with Audi tt
The dashboard in the 2000-2001 has that Audi feel to it. That's why I have a 1999 dash that soon to be carbon fiber adhesive covered with a gray EL reverse glow guage & a dashboard trim kit.
It's plastic is cheap but I like the originality of the 90s shark dashboard.
@@Eq-vt6ub i got my rd2 hyundai 250hp started form 1.6 engine
@titomurat1015 Excellent!
Are you upgrading the engine to be turbocharger ready? Any other mods going in? I hope it works out for you! My '01 tiburon was super reliable .
Let us know how it goes.
I have my one same like this but I am looking for front side indicators I am not getting plz help me
I had an 01 - it looked so badass but it was a dog. I disagree with anyone saying this car had any credibility for racing or sports driving. You'd lose to "that guy" in the green Neon.
It’s the Hyundai shark
Bro thank you it's a good car it's better rwd mazda diff trans🤔 but tips
U are mistaken, I am he man
If only the body panels were color matched...
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The front of the car looks like haemorrhoids 😂
😂😂😂😂😂
it's a bit of an ugly car, but I guess that keeps them cheap cuz it looks like you described a Celica to someone over the phone to someone who had never seen one and had them draw what you described.
ugliest car on the planet
look up Buick rendezvous lol
@BWTECH0521 So is a honda odyssey, a 98 Toyota celica, a VW buggy, a Rivian electric.