Redesigned 5.3L fitment page · 4-year warranty

Chevy 5.3L LS Reman Crate Engines

GM Gen III/IV LS architecture. Reman long blocks, crated and ready to ship. Up to 4-year, unlimited-mileage warranty. 10 application-specific fitments by year, VIN, and AFM hardware.

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Chevy 5.3L LS Engines
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Shop Chevy 5.3L crate engines by application

Each listing is application-specific by year, VIN, and engine code (LM7, L59, LMG, LY5, LH6, LC9, LMF, L83, L82, LS4). The right one for your truck is the one that bolts in.

LM7/L59 In stock THE GOAT Chevy 5.3L Reman Crate Engine for 1999-2007 Chevy/GMC Truck, SUV & Van (LM7/L59)
Most popular 5.3L engine · 1999–2007

THE GOAT Chevy 5.3L Reman Crate Engine for 1999-2007 Chevy/GMC Truck, SUV & Van (LM7/L59)

Engine codeLM7/L59
ArchitectureGM Gen III/IV LS
Warranty4-yr / unlimited mi
Ships inCrated, ready to ship

LM7/L59 reman 5.3L for 1999-2007 Chevy/GMC trucks, SUVs, and vans. Iron-block Gen III LS/Vortec replacement long block for Silverado, Sierra, Tahoe, Yukon, Suburban, Express, and Savana applications. This is the most popular 5.3L engine in the GOAT lineup because of its wide fitment and value.

$2,025.00 + $570 refundable core
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LS4 In stock THE GOAT Chevy 5.3L Reman Crate Engine for select Chevy/Buick/Pontiac (LS4)
select · 5.3L LS reman

THE GOAT Chevy 5.3L Reman Crate Engine for select Chevy/Buick/Pontiac (LS4)

Engine codeLS4
Warranty4-yr / unlim
$3,649.00 + $570 core
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L82 In stock THE GOAT Chevy 5.3L Reman Crate Engine for 2019-2021 GM Truck & SUV (L82)
2019-2021 · 5.3L LS reman

THE GOAT Chevy 5.3L Reman Crate Engine for 2019-2021 GM Truck & SUV (L82)

Engine codeL82
Warranty4-yr / unlim
$5,449.00 + $570 core
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L83 In stock THE GOAT Chevy 5.3L Reman Crate Engine for 2014-2020 Chevy/GMC Truck & SUV (L83)
2014-2020 · 5.3L LS reman

THE GOAT Chevy 5.3L Reman Crate Engine for 2014-2020 Chevy/GMC Truck & SUV (L83)

Engine codeL83
Warranty4-yr / unlim
$4,749.00 + $570 core
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LMF In stock THE GOAT Chevy 5.3L Reman Crate Engine for 2010-2014 Chevy/GMC Van (LMF)
2010-2014 · 5.3L LS reman

THE GOAT Chevy 5.3L Reman Crate Engine for 2010-2014 Chevy/GMC Van (LMF)

Engine codeLMF
Warranty4-yr / unlim
$2,449.00 + $570 core
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LC9 In stock THE GOAT Chevy 5.3L Reman Crate Engine for 2010-2014 Chevy/GMC Truck & SUV (LC9)
2010-2014 · 5.3L LS reman

THE GOAT Chevy 5.3L Reman Crate Engine for 2010-2014 Chevy/GMC Truck & SUV (LC9)

Engine codeLC9
Warranty4-yr / unlim
$3,899.00 + $570 core
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LMF In stock THE GOAT Chevy 5.3L Reman Crate Engine for 2008-2009 Chevy/GMC Van (LMF)
2008-2009 · 5.3L LS reman

THE GOAT Chevy 5.3L Reman Crate Engine for 2008-2009 Chevy/GMC Van (LMF)

Engine codeLMF
Warranty4-yr / unlim
$3,349.00 + $570 core
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LMG/LY5 In stock THE GOAT Chevy 5.3L Reman Crate Engine for 2007-2009 Chevy/GMC Truck & SUV (LMG/LY5)
2007-2009 · 5.3L LS reman

THE GOAT Chevy 5.3L Reman Crate Engine for 2007-2009 Chevy/GMC Truck & SUV (LMG/LY5)

Engine codeLMG/LY5
Warranty4-yr / unlim
$3,149.00 + $570 core
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In stock THE GOAT Chevy 5.3L Reman Crate Engine for 2005-2007 Chevy Silverado & GMC Sierra
2005-2007 · 5.3L LS reman

THE GOAT Chevy 5.3L Reman Crate Engine for 2005-2007 Chevy Silverado & GMC Sierra

Engine code5.3L LS
Warranty4-yr / unlim
$3,399.99 + $570 core
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Application chart

Application chart by year, code, and AFM hardware

Cross-reference your year and VIN against the table below to confirm engine code, block material, and AFM/DOD presence before ordering.

Engine code Years Block AFM/DOD Vehicle / application Price  
LM7 / L59 1999–2007 Iron No Silverado, Sierra, Tahoe, Yukon, Suburban, Express, Savana $2,025.00 Shop →
HO V8 (VIN B) 2005–2007 Iron No Silverado HO, Sierra HO. 3-bolt cam gear; verify PCV per GM TSB $3,399.99 Shop →
LMG / LY5 2007–2009 Iron No Silverado, Sierra, Tahoe, Yukon, Suburban — match VIN $3,149.00 Shop →
LH6 / LC9 (VIN 3/M) 2007–2009 Aluminum Yes Silverado, Sierra, Tahoe, Yukon, Suburban with AFM $3,349.00 Shop →
LMF 2008–2009 Iron No Chevy Express, GMC Savana vans $3,349.00 Shop →
LC9 2010–2014 Aluminum Yes Silverado, Sierra, Tahoe, Yukon, Suburban (AFM, flex-fuel some VINs) $3,899.00 Shop →
LMF 2010–2014 Iron No Chevy Express, GMC Savana vans $2,449.00 Shop →
L83 2014–2020 Aluminum Yes Silverado, Sierra, Tahoe, Yukon, Suburban — EcoTec3 direct-injection $4,749.00 Shop →
L82 2019–2021 Aluminum Yes Silverado, Sierra, Tahoe, Yukon, Suburban — DI w/ updated AFM/DFM $5,449.00 Shop →
LS4 2007–2009 Aluminum No Impala SS, Monte Carlo SS, LaCrosse Super, Grand Prix GXP — transverse FWD $3,649.00 Shop →
Engine code reference

What each 5.3L engine code actually means

GM uses a different engine code for nearly every 5.3L application. Match by VIN before ordering — visually identical engines can have different oil pans, harnesses, and AFM hardware.

LM71999–2007

Iron-block Vortec 5.3L

Iron-block 5.3L Vortec for most 1999-2007 Chevy/GMC trucks, SUVs, and vans. Cathedral-port aluminum heads. The most common and affordable LS-family 5.3 fitment.

L591999–2007

Flex-fuel LM7 variant

Flex-fuel iron-block 5.3, same year range as LM7. Match by VIN — the L59 has FFV-specific fueling hardware.

LMG2007–2009

Iron-block 5.3L truck

2007-2009 iron-block 5.3 with updated electronics over LM7. Confirm by VIN and accessory layout.

LY52007–2009

Iron-block 5.3L variant

2007-2009 iron-block 5.3 in the same family as LMG. VIN code separates LMG vs LY5.

LH6 / LC92007–2014

Aluminum-block AFM

Aluminum-block 5.3 with Active Fuel Management. 2007-2014 Chevy/GMC trucks and SUVs. Match VIN 3/M and verify AFM hardware before ordering.

LMF2008–2014

Van-application 5.3L

Van-specific 5.3 used in 2008-2014 Chevy Express and GMC Savana. Different oil pan and accessory layout vs truck applications.

L832014–2020

EcoTec3 DI 5.3L

EcoTec3 direct-injection 5.3 for 2014-2020 Chevy/GMC trucks and SUVs. Aluminum block, AFM/DOD. The most-shopped 5.3 truck application in the modern lineup.

L822019–2021

DI / DFM 5.3L

Updated direct-injection 5.3 for 2019-2021 GM trucks and SUVs. Latest-generation reman with DFM/AFM hardware.

LS42007–2009

Transverse FWD 5.3L

Transverse front-wheel-drive 5.3 used in select Chevy Impala SS, Monte Carlo SS, Buick LaCrosse Super, and Pontiac Grand Prix GXP. Front-drive only — not interchangeable with truck/SUV 5.3 applications.

Why GOAT 5.3L

Built around the way these engines are actually bought

Most 5.3L listings online are vague generic engines with short shop warranties. The GOAT lineup is built around the four things that matter when you're spending several thousand dollars on a long block.

01

4-year, unlimited-mileage warranty

Up to 4-year, unlimited-mileage manufacturer-backed reman warranty on gasoline engines for automobiles and light trucks under 11,000 GVW. Longer than most aftermarket engine warranties on the market.

02

10 application-specific listings

We don't sell one generic 5.3. The lineup is broken into 10 application-specific listings — LM7, L59, LMG, LY5, LH6, LC9, LMF, L83, L82, LS4 — so you order the engine that bolts in to your platform.

03

VIN-level fitment confirmation

Before your order ships we verify year, VIN, electronics generation, AFM/DOD presence, and accessory drive against the listing. No 'engine arrived but doesn't fit' surprises.

04

Crated, ready-to-ship reserve

Crated 5.3L long blocks pulled from active supplier flow. $299 flat-rate freight to most US addresses. Live availability verified at order placement.

How it works

From order to first start in four steps

What happens between picking your fitment and turning the key. No surprises, no 'wait what's the core process.'

01

Find your fit

Use the year/make/model finder above, the application chart, or contact us. Match by VIN and AFM hardware — not just year and displacement.

02

We confirm

Before charging your card we verify your year, VIN, electronics generation, AFM presence, and accessory drive against the listing you ordered.

03

We crate & ship

Engine is crated and shipped via freight. $299 flat-rate to most US addresses. Approximate ship size 36×36×36 in (38×38×38 in for LS4).

04

Install & return core

Install the engine. Return your old core through the prepaid core-return process. Once received and accepted, the $570 core deposit is refunded.

How GOAT compares

GOAT 5.3L Reman vs generic reman vs junkyard pull

A 5.3 is a $2,000–$5,500 purchase. The right comparison is not just price — it's warranty length, application accuracy, support before ordering, and what happens if something goes wrong.

What you actually get GOAT 5.3L Reman Generic online reman Used / junkyard pull
Warranty lengthUp to 4 yr / unlimited mi30–90 days typicalNone
Application-specific listingYes — 10 fitments by VIN/year/AFMOften one generic 5.3LAs-is, no guarantee
Pre-order fitment confirmationYes — verified before charging cardSometimesNo
Engine architectureReman GM Gen III/IV LSVariesUnknown wear & mileage
Crated, ready to shipYes — $299 flat freightYesYou arrange transport
Refundable core deposit$570 refundableVaries, often non-refundable—
Return window30-day windowVariesNone
Builder support before checkoutYes — direct contactLimitedNo
Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Application, warranty, core charge, shipping, AFM hardware, and fitment confirmation — answered up front.

Is this a stock-replacement long block or a turn-key crate engine?
It is a stock-style direct-fit reman long block built for the exact 5.3L application family on each product page. It is not a carbureted turn-key hot rod package — it is a replacement engine that bolts in to your existing harness, accessories, and electronics.
What does the 4-year warranty actually cover?
Up to 4-year, unlimited-mileage limited warranty coverage on gasoline engines for automobiles and light trucks under 11,000 GVW, manufacturer-backed through the reman supplier. Final coverage terms are confirmed at the time of order.
How do I know which 5.3L engine code matches my vehicle?
Match by year, VIN, and accessory layout. LM7/L59 are 1999-2007 iron-block. LMG/LY5 are 2007-2009 iron-block. LH6/LC9 are aluminum block with AFM. LMF is van-specific. L83 is 2014-2020 EcoTec3 direct injection. L82 is 2019-2021 DI. LS4 is transverse FWD only.
Is this 5.3L in stock and ready to ship?
Each listing is pulled from the active ready-to-ship supplier flow and is sold as a crated long block. Live availability can move quickly, so final stock status is verified when your order is placed.
How much is shipping and how long does it take?
Flat-rate freight is $299 to most US addresses. The crated 5.3L ships approximately 36×36×36 in (or 38×38×38 in for the LS4) and arrives as a freight delivery.
How does the core charge work?
A refundable $570 core deposit is added at checkout. After install, return your old rebuildable core through the reman core-return process. Once it's received and accepted, the deposit is refunded.
Will this 5.3L work with Active Fuel Management or DOD?
AFM/DOD compatibility depends on the specific listing. LH6, LC9, L83, and L82 are aluminum-block AFM-equipped. LM7, L59, LMG, LY5, LMF, and LS4 are not AFM. Match by VIN and confirm AFM hardware before ordering.
Does GOAT confirm fitment before charging my card?
Yes. Before your order ships we verify year, VIN, electronics generation, AFM presence, and accessory drive against the listing. Use the contact link if you'd like fitment confirmed before checkout.
Customer feedback

What customers say about GOAT engines

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Customer support helped me confirm fitment before I ordered. The engine showed up packed well and exactly as described.
Mike R.Verified Customer
The ordering process was simple, the communication was clear, and the build quality gave me a lot more confidence than a local unknown rebuild.
Jason T.Verified Customer
Everything looked clean right out of the crate. The team answered my questions and made sure I had what I needed before install.
Chris M.Verified Customer
I wanted something built right without guessing on parts. GOAT made the process easy and the engine has been strong from day one.
Robert L.Verified Customer
Fitment questions were answered before checkout, and that saved me from ordering the wrong setup.
Kevin B.Verified Customer
I compared a few options before ordering. The warranty, support, and clear product details are what made me choose GOAT.
Matt H.Verified Customer
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