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Used 2016 Chevy Silverado 1500 Engine — 5.3L, opt L83 (VIN C, 8th digit) prices

Trim-specific pricing for the 5.3L, opt L83 (VIN C, 8th digit) variant of the 2016 Chevy Silverado 1500 engine, built from 27 real salvage yard listings with condition grade detail.

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Last updatedSep 21, 2026

2016 Chevy Silverado 1500 · 5.3L, opt L83 (VIN C, 8th digit)

$2,150

median asking price

27 priced listings · $1,750–$3,572

Price summary

A used 2016 Chevy Silverado 1500 engine (5.3L, opt L83 (VIN C, 8th digit)) costs $1,750 to $3,572, with a median asking price of $2,150. Based on 27 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Sep 21, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent)$2,499

Grade B (good)$3,260

2016 Chevy Silverado 1500 engine — 5.3L, opt L83 (VIN C, 8th digit) price snapshot

USD

Low: $1,750
Average: $2,384
High: $3,572

27 priced listings used · last updated Sep 21, 2026· How we price·

Condition comparison

Price by part grade

Grade AClean / low wear$1,935–$3,38511 listings

Grade BStandard used$2,353–$3,5724 listings

Grade XUngraded$1,750–$2,15012 listings

Grade	Price range	Listings
Grade AClean / low wear	$1,935–$3,385	11
Grade BStandard used	$2,353–$3,572	4
Grade XUngraded	$1,750–$2,150	12

Median by grade

Grade price comparison

Grade A$2,499

Grade B$3,260

Ungraded$2,100

Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $1,750–$3,572 overall range

Trim-specific context

How does the 5.3L, opt L83 (VIN C, 8th digit) compare?

This pricing covers the 5.3L, opt L83 (VIN C, 8th digit) variant of the 2016 Chevy Silverado 1500 engine, based on 27 priced listings. Its $2,150 median is 37% below the 2016 Chevy Silverado 1500 engine overall median of $3,435.

There are 2 other engine variants available for the 2016 Chevy Silverado 1500.

Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.

Same trim, other years

5.3L, opt L83 (VIN C, 8th digit) in other model years

All years

201834 listings$2,863$1,900 – $5,192 201739 listings$2,572$1,875 – $4,800

Same year, other trims

What other 2016 Chevy Silverado 1500 engine variants are available?

6.2L (VIN J, 8th digit, opt L86)

25 listings$4,826$4,000 – $7,595

4.3L (VIN H, 8th digit, opt LV3)

7 listings$3,435$1,200 – $4,635

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2016 Chevy Silverado 1500 engine — all trims

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Common questions

2016 Chevy Silverado 1500 engine (5.3L, opt L83 (VIN C, 8th digit)) FAQ

How much is a used 2016 Chevy Silverado 1500 engine (5.3L, opt L83 (VIN C, 8th digit))?

Based on 27 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2016 Chevy Silverado 1500 engine in the 5.3L, opt L83 (VIN C, 8th digit) variant lists between $1,750 and $3,572, with a median asking price of $2,150.

Which years use the 5.3L, opt L83 (VIN C, 8th digit) engine?

The 5.3L, opt L83 (VIN C, 8th digit) variant appears in model years 2016, 2017, 2018. Prices and availability may differ by year.