2021 GMC Sierra 1500 engine — 6.2L (VIN L, 8th digit, opt L87) price snapshot
- Low
- $4,020
- Average
- $6,324
- High
- $9,040
Year & trim-specific price guide
Used 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Engine — 6.2L (VIN L, 8th digit, opt L87) prices
Trim-specific pricing for the 6.2L (VIN L, 8th digit, opt L87) variant of the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 engine, built from 50 real salvage yard listings with condition grade detail.
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Saurabh Kumar
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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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Ambika Sharma
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Price summary
A used 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 engine (6.2L (VIN L, 8th digit, opt L87)) costs $4,020 to $9,040, with a median asking price of $6,234. Based on 50 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 24, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$6,210
Grade B (good)$6,234
USD
Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$4,020–$7,26919 listings
Grade BStandard used$4,724–$9,04031 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $4,020–$7,269 | 19 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $4,724–$9,040 | 31 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$6,210
Grade B$6,234
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $4,020–$9,040 overall range
Trim-specific context
How does the 6.2L (VIN L, 8th digit, opt L87) compare?
This pricing covers the 6.2L (VIN L, 8th digit, opt L87) variant of the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 engine, based on 50 priced listings. Its $6,234 median is 32% 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.
Same trim, other years
6.2L (VIN L, 8th digit, opt L87) in other model years
Same year, other trims
What other 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 engine variants are available?
2.7L (VIN K, 8th digit, opt L3B)
50 listings$5,100$3,820 – $6,2395.3L, opt L84 (VIN D, 8th digit)
50 listings$4,755$3,754 – $6,7603.0L (VIN T, 8th digit, opt LM2)
49 listings$5,152$1,820 – $7,9005.3L, opt L82 (VIN F, 8th digit)
48 listings$2,525$1,500 – $11,5734.3L (VIN H, 8th digit, opt LV3)
47 listings$2,710$1,600 – $4,125Back to full guide
2021 GMC Sierra 1500 engine — all trims
Common questions
2021 GMC Sierra 1500 engine (6.2L (VIN L, 8th digit, opt L87)) FAQ
How much is a used 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 engine (6.2L (VIN L, 8th digit, opt L87))?
Based on 50 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 engine in the 6.2L (VIN L, 8th digit, opt L87) variant lists between $4,020 and $9,040, with a median asking price of $6,234.
Which years use the 6.2L (VIN L, 8th digit, opt L87) engine?
The 6.2L (VIN L, 8th digit, opt L87) variant appears in model years 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025. Prices and availability may differ by year.