Chevy Silverado 1500 engine — 5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit) price snapshot
- Low
- $1,200
- Average
- $2,238
- High
- $3,000
Trim-specific price guide
Chevy Silverado 1500 Engine — 5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit) prices
Pricing for the 5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit) variant of the Chevy Silverado 1500 engine, aggregated from 70 salvage yard listings across 2 model years.
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Price summary
A used Chevy Silverado 1500 engine (5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit)) costs $1,200 to $3,000, with a median asking price of $2,486. Based on 70 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Sep 21, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$2,486
Grade B (good)$2,112
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$1,200–$2,98142 listings
Grade BStandard used$1,650–$3,00026 listings
Grade XUngraded$2,355–$3,0002 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $1,200–$2,981 | 42 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $1,650–$3,000 | 26 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $2,355–$3,000 | 2 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$2,486
Grade B$2,112
Ungraded$3,000
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $1,200–$3,000 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the 5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit) priced differently?
This pricing covers the 5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit) variant of the Chevy Silverado 1500 engine, based on 70 priced listings across 2 model years (2017, 2018). Its $2,486 median is 40% 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.
Price by model year
What does a 5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit) cost by year?
Other trims
Other Chevy Silverado 1500 engine variants
2.7L (VIN K, 8th digit, opt L3B)
5 yrs$3,733$1,750 – $7,0002.7L (VIN K, 8th digit, opt L3B), classic style (Limited)
1 yr$4,015$3,097 – $5,0532.7L (VIN K, 8th digit, opt L3B), new style
1 yr$3,733$1,750 – $4,5603.0L (VIN 8, 8th digit, opt LZ0)
3 yrs$6,500$1,300 – $8,1353.0L (VIN T, 8th digit, opt LM2)
3 yrs$5,610$1,250 – $8,4754.3L (VIN H, 8th digit, opt LV3)
6 yrs$3,135$1,200 – $5,7675.3L, opt L82 (VIN F, 8th digit)
3 yrs$2,550$1,600 – $5,5005.3L, opt L83 (VIN C, 8th digit)
3 yrs$2,572$1,750 – $5,1925.3L, opt L84 (VIN D, 8th digit)
3 yrs$4,425$1,800 – $9,075Common questions
Chevy Silverado 1500 engine (5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit)) FAQ
How much is a used Chevy Silverado 1500 engine (5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit))?
Based on 70 priced salvage-yard listings across 2 model years, a used Chevy Silverado 1500 engine in the 5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit) variant lists between $1,200 and $3,000, with a median asking price of $2,486.
Which Chevy Silverado 1500 years use the 5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit) engine?
The 5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit) variant appears in model years 2017, 2018. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between 5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit) condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $2,486, Grade B has a median of $2,112. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.