2021 GMC Sierra 1500 engine — 5.3L, opt L84 (VIN D, 8th digit) price snapshot
- Low
- $3,754
- Average
- $4,801
- High
- $6,760

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A used 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 engine (5.3L, opt L84 (VIN D, 8th digit)) costs $3,754 to $6,760, with a median asking price of $4,755. Based on 50 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 | $4,000–$6,760 | 16 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $3,754–$5,625 | 34 |
Median by grade
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $3,754–$6,760 overall range
Trim-specific context
This pricing covers the 5.3L, opt L84 (VIN D, 8th digit) variant of the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 engine, based on 50 priced listings. Its $4,755 median is 1% above 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 50 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 engine in the 5.3L, opt L84 (VIN D, 8th digit) variant lists between $3,754 and $6,760, with a median asking price of $4,755.
The 5.3L, opt L84 (VIN D, 8th digit) variant appears in model years 2020, 2021. Prices and availability may differ by year.