1981 GMC K2500 Suburban Transmissions

Remanufactured transmissions that fit the 1981 GMC K2500 Suburban. Each unit below is matched to this vehicle, warranty-backed, and shipped with freight quoted at checkout from Peak Powertrain.

Available Transmissions (3)

TH400 Remanufactured Automatic Transmission
Price
$2,552.00
Engine:
5.7L
Condition:
remanufactured
TH350 Remanufactured Automatic Transmission
Price
$0.00
Engine:
5.7L
Condition:
remanufactured
TH400 Remanufactured Automatic Transmission
Price
$0.00
Engine:
5.7L
Condition:
remanufactured

Other GMC K2500 Suburban Years

1982(1)
1981(1)

1981 GMC K2500 Suburban Transmission Market Context

Recent transmission prices for this vehicle

Market range:: $2,552 – $2,552
Median:: $2,552
Sample:: 3 recent market listings

Is replacing the transmission worth it?

Vehicle value (full-size suv):: $4,000 – $4,500
Repair makes sense under:: ≈$1,800

Rule of thumb: a transmission replacement is usually worth it when the installed cost stays under 45% of what the 1981 GMC K2500 Suburban is worth — most units below beat that comfortably.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's a typical price range for a transmission on a 1981 GMC K2500 Suburban?

Based on 3 recent market listings, a transmission for a 1981 GMC K2500 Suburban typically runs $2,552–$2,552, with a median around $2,552.

Is it worth repairing or replacing the transmission on a 1981 GMC K2500 Suburban?

As a general rule of thumb, a transmission replacement on a 1981 GMC K2500 Suburban (full-size suv segment, vehicle value roughly $4,000–$4,500) is usually worth it when the installed cost stays under about $1,800 — roughly 45% of what the vehicle is worth.

What years of GMC K2500 Suburban does a remanufactured or new transmission fit?

Based on vendor-verified fitment data across 95 listed transmissions, remanufactured and new transmissions for this model cover the 1980–1999 model years. Always confirm your exact VIN or engine/transmission code before ordering, since fitment can vary by submodel or engine.