2021 GMC Sierra 1500 engine — 5.3L, opt L82 (VIN F, 8th digit) price snapshot
- Low
- $1,500
- Average
- $2,746
- High
- $11,573

Year & trim-specific price guide
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A used 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 engine (5.3L, opt L82 (VIN F, 8th digit)) costs $1,500 to $11,573, with a median asking price of $2,525. Based on 48 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 24, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Condition comparison
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $2,000–$4,389 | 15 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $1,720–$11,573 | 29 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $1,500–$4,850 | 4 |
Median by grade
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $1,500–$11,573 overall range
Trim-specific context
This pricing covers the 5.3L, opt L82 (VIN F, 8th digit) variant of the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 engine, based on 48 priced listings. Its $2,525 median is 46% below the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 engine overall median of $4,711.
There are 5 other engine variants available for the 2021 GMC Sierra 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 48 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 engine in the 5.3L, opt L82 (VIN F, 8th digit) variant lists between $1,500 and $11,573, with a median asking price of $2,525.
The 5.3L, opt L82 (VIN F, 8th digit) variant appears in model years 2020, 2021. Prices and availability may differ by year.