Chevy Silverado 1500 engine — 5.3L, opt L83 (VIN C, 8th digit) price snapshot
- Low
- $1,750
- Average
- $2,728
- High
- $5,192

Trim-specific price guide
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A used Chevy Silverado 1500 engine (5.3L, opt L83 (VIN C, 8th digit)) costs $1,750 to $5,192, with a median asking price of $2,572. Based on 100 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Sep 21, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Condition comparison
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $1,935–$4,662 | 36 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $1,875–$3,572 | 29 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $2,031–$2,500 | 3 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $1,750–$5,192 | 32 |
Median by grade
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $1,750–$5,192 overall range
Trim-specific context
This pricing covers the 5.3L, opt L83 (VIN C, 8th digit) variant of the Chevy Silverado 1500 engine, based on 100 priced listings across 3 model years (2016, 2017, 2018). Its $2,572 median is 38% below the Chevy Silverado 1500 engine overall median of $4,138.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
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Common questions
Based on 100 priced salvage-yard listings across 3 model years, a used Chevy Silverado 1500 engine in the 5.3L, opt L83 (VIN C, 8th digit) variant lists between $1,750 and $5,192, with a median asking price of $2,572.
The 5.3L, opt L83 (VIN C, 8th digit) variant appears in model years 2016, 2017, 2018. Prices and availability differ by year.
Yes. Grade A has a median of $3,111, Grade B has a median of $2,944, Grade C has a median of $2,500. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.