2017 Chevy Silverado 1500 engine — 5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit) price snapshot
- Low
- $1,200
- Average
- $2,307
- High
- $3,000

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A used 2017 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 30 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Sep 16, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Condition comparison
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $1,200–$2,899 | 22 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $1,650–$3,000 | 7 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $3,000–$3,000 | 1 |
Median by grade
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $1,200–$3,000 overall range
Trim-specific context
This pricing covers the 5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit) variant of the 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500 engine, based on 30 priced listings. Its $2,486 median is 21% below the 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500 engine overall median of $3,133.
There are 3 other engine variants available for the 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
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Based on 30 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2017 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.
The 5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit) variant appears in model years 2017, 2018. Prices and availability may differ by year.