Is it worth repairing or replacing the engine on a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?

As a general rule of thumb, an engine replacement on a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 (full-size truck segment, vehicle value roughly $4,500–$5,040) is usually worth it when the installed cost stays under about $2,025 — roughly 45% of what the vehicle is worth.

What years of Chevrolet Silverado 3500 does an remanufactured or new engine fit?

Based on vendor-verified fitment data across 30 listed engines, remanufactured and new engines for this model cover the 2001–2006 model years. Always confirm your exact VIN or engine/transmission code before ordering, since fitment can vary by submodel or engine.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Engines

Remanufactured engines that fit the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. Each unit below is matched to this vehicle, warranty-backed, and shipped with freight quoted at checkout from Peak Powertrain.

Available Engines (3)

Remanufactured Engine L6007GMC
Price
$2,975.00
Condition:
remanufactured
CHEV 6.0 V8 07-09 ENGINE
Price
$4,681.66
Engine:
6.0L
Condition:
remanufactured
Used Engine
Price
$4,705.00
Engine:
6.6L
Mileage:
247,843
Condition:
used

Other Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Years

2024(3)
2023(1)
2022(3)
2021(3)
2020(2)
2019(1)
2018(3)
2017(1)
2015(3)
2014(1)
2013(2)
2012(1)
2010(1)
2009(2)

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Engines

Available Engines (3)

Remanufactured Engine L6007GMC

CHEV 6.0 V8 07-09 ENGINE

Used Engine

Other Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Years

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Engine Market Context

Is replacing the engine worth it?

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