2016 GMC Sierra 1500 heater core — 5.3L, opt L8B price snapshot
- Low
- $252
- Average
- $331
- High
- $333

Year & trim-specific price guide
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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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A used 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 heater core (5.3L, opt L8B) costs $252 to $333, with a median asking price of $333. Based on 50 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Sep 15, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Condition comparison
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $333–$333 | 30 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $333–$333 | 19 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $252–$252 | 1 |
Median by grade
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $252–$333 overall range
Trim-specific context
This pricing covers the 5.3L, opt L8B variant of the 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 heater core, based on 50 priced listings. Its $333 median is 0% above the 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 heater core overall median of $333.
There are 3 other heater core 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.
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Common questions
Based on 50 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 heater core in the 5.3L, opt L8B variant lists between $252 and $333, with a median asking price of $333.
In our current dataset, the 5.3L, opt L8B variant appears only for the 2016 model year.