Chevy Tahoe engine — 5.3L (VIN C, 8th digit, opt L83) price snapshot
- Low
- $1,400
- Average
- $2,723
- High
- $5,192

Trim-specific price guide
A used Chevy Tahoe engine (5.3L (VIN C, 8th digit, opt L83)) costs $1,400 to $5,192, with a median asking price of $2,829. Based on 123 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Sep 13, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Condition comparison
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $2,274–$4,619 | 52 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $1,992–$3,150 | 51 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $1,400–$2,500 | 6 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $1,900–$5,192 | 14 |
Median by grade
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $1,400–$5,192 overall range
Trim-specific context
This pricing covers the 5.3L (VIN C, 8th digit, opt L83) variant of the Chevy Tahoe engine, based on 123 priced listings across 3 model years (2018, 2019, 2020). Its $2,829 median is 43% below the Chevy Tahoe engine overall median of $4,993.
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 123 priced salvage-yard listings across 3 model years, a used Chevy Tahoe engine in the 5.3L (VIN C, 8th digit, opt L83) variant lists between $1,400 and $5,192, with a median asking price of $2,829.
The 5.3L (VIN C, 8th digit, opt L83) variant appears in model years 2018, 2019, 2020. Prices and availability differ by year.
Yes. Grade A has a median of $3,121, 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.