Used 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 engine – 5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit)

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Used 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 Engine — 5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit) prices

Trim-specific pricing for the 5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit) variant of the 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 engine, built from 44 real salvage yard listings with condition grade detail.
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Last updatedSep 23, 2026

2016 GMC Sierra 1500 · 5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit)

$2,400

median asking price

44 priced listings · $1,713–$3,300

Price summary

A used 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 engine (5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit)) costs $1,713 to $3,300, with a median asking price of $2,400. Based on 44 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Sep 23, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent)$2,500
Grade B (good)$2,213

2016 GMC Sierra 1500 engine — 5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit) price snapshot

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Low
$1,713
Average
$2,403
High
$3,300
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Price by part grade

Grade AClean / low wear$1,950–$2,98630 listings
Grade BStandard used$1,713–$2,7419 listings
Grade XUngraded$2,200–$3,3005 listings

Median by grade

Grade price comparison

Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $1,713–$3,300 overall range

Trim-specific context

How does the 5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit) compare?

This pricing covers the 5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit) variant of the 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 engine, based on 44 priced listings. Its $2,400 median is 26% below the 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 engine overall median of $3,250.

There are 3 other engine variants available for the 2016 GMC Sierra 1500.

Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.

Same trim, other years

5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit) in other model years

All years
201843 listings$2,350$1,713 – $3,300201743 listings$2,250$1,713 – $3,300

Same year, other trims

What other 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 engine variants are available?

6.2L (VIN J, 8th digit, opt L86)

38 listings$4,508$1,400 – $5,500

5.3L, opt L83 (VIN C, 8th digit)

21 listings$3,450$2,000 – $4,000

4.3L (VIN H, 8th digit, opt LV3)

5 listings$4,600$4,200 – $5,500

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2016 GMC Sierra 1500 engine — all trims

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Common questions

2016 GMC Sierra 1500 engine (5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit)) FAQ

How much is a used 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 engine (5.3L, opt L8B (VIN R, 8th digit))?

Based on 44 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2016 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 $2,400.

Which 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 may differ by year.

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