GMC Sierra 1500 engine — 5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit) price snapshot
- Low
- $1,713
- Average
- $2,371
- High
- $3,300
Trim-specific price guide
GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra 1500 engine, aggregated from 130 salvage yard listings across 3 model years.
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Built the pricing pipeline that collects and normalizes used OEM part listings from salvage yards and online marketplaces across the US.
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Price summary
A used GMC Sierra 1500 engine (5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit)) costs $1,713 to $3,300, with a median asking price of $2,350. Based on 130 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 24, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$2,400
Grade B (good)$2,108
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$1,856–$2,98685 listings
Grade BStandard used$1,713–$2,79630 listings
Grade XUngraded$2,200–$3,30015 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $1,856–$2,986 | 85 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $1,713–$2,796 | 30 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $2,200–$3,300 | 15 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$2,400
Grade B$2,108
Ungraded$2,200
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $1,713–$3,300 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 GMC Sierra 1500 engine, based on 130 priced listings across 3 model years (2016, 2017, 2018). Its $2,350 median is 44% below the GMC Sierra 1500 engine overall median of $4,215.
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 GMC Sierra 1500 engine variants
2.7L (VIN K, 8th digit, opt L3B)
5 yrs$3,916$2,320 – $6,2392.7L (VIN K, 8th digit, opt L3B), classic style (Limited)
1 yr$4,370$2,000 – $5,6962.7L (VIN K, 8th digit, opt L3B), new style
1 yr$3,733$2,305 – $4,9953.0L (VIN 8, 8th digit, opt LZ0)
3 yrs$6,237$1,600 – $9,0003.0L (VIN T, 8th digit, opt LM2)
3 yrs$5,152$1,500 – $8,4754.3L (VIN H, 8th digit, opt LV3)
6 yrs$3,520$1,600 – $5,5005.3L, opt L82 (VIN F, 8th digit)
2 yrs$2,525$1,500 – $11,5735.3L, opt L83 (VIN C, 8th digit)
3 yrs$3,000$1,725 – $4,7355.3L, opt L84 (VIN D, 8th digit)
2 yrs$4,800$3,500 – $6,760Common questions
GMC Sierra 1500 engine (5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit)) FAQ
How much is a used GMC Sierra 1500 engine (5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit))?
Based on 130 priced salvage-yard listings across 3 model years, a used GMC Sierra 1500 engine in the 5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit) variant lists between $1,713 and $3,300, with a median asking price of $2,350.
Which GMC Sierra 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 2016, 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 $2,400, Grade B has a median of $2,108. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.