GMC Sierra 1500 engine — 6.2L (VIN J, 8th digit, opt L86) price snapshot
- Low
- $1,400
- Average
- $4,717
- High
- $7,535
Trim-specific price guide
GMC Sierra 1500 Engine — 6.2L (VIN J, 8th digit, opt L86) prices
Pricing for the 6.2L (VIN J, 8th digit, opt L86) variant of the GMC Sierra 1500 engine, aggregated from 161 salvage yard listings across 4 model years.
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Price summary
A used GMC Sierra 1500 engine (6.2L (VIN J, 8th digit, opt L86)) costs $1,400 to $7,535, with a median asking price of $4,800. Based on 161 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 24, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$5,098
Grade B (good)$4,400
Grade C (fair)$3,900
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$3,100–$7,53590 listings
Grade BStandard used$3,673–$6,69450 listings
Grade CVisible wear$3,900–$3,9001 listings
Grade XUngraded$1,400–$6,50020 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $3,100–$7,535 | 90 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $3,673–$6,694 | 50 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $3,900–$3,900 | 1 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $1,400–$6,500 | 20 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$5,098
Grade B$4,400
Grade C$3,900
Ungraded$4,800
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $1,400–$7,535 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the 6.2L (VIN J, 8th digit, opt L86) priced differently?
This pricing covers the 6.2L (VIN J, 8th digit, opt L86) variant of the GMC Sierra 1500 engine, based on 161 priced listings across 4 model years (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018). Its $4,800 median is 14% above 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 6.2L (VIN J, 8th digit, opt L86) 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 (6.2L (VIN J, 8th digit, opt L86)) FAQ
How much is a used GMC Sierra 1500 engine (6.2L (VIN J, 8th digit, opt L86))?
Based on 161 priced salvage-yard listings across 4 model years, a used GMC Sierra 1500 engine in the 6.2L (VIN J, 8th digit, opt L86) variant lists between $1,400 and $7,535, with a median asking price of $4,800.
Which GMC Sierra 1500 years use the 6.2L (VIN J, 8th digit, opt L86) engine?
The 6.2L (VIN J, 8th digit, opt L86) variant appears in model years 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between 6.2L (VIN J, 8th digit, opt L86) condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $5,098, Grade B has a median of $4,400, Grade C has a median of $3,900. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.