The Transformers #1 (2009) — Comic Book Value
TransformersWhat The Transformers #1 (2009) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Transformers #1 (2009) value — Ungraded $9 · Grade 6.0 $12 · Grade 8.0 $16. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 1.8× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own The Transformers #1, grab the RI version for $29. Premium versions like Newsstand ($83) or Gallagher Virgin ($70) offer superior packaging or limited edition status. If you want the best presentation or rarity, pay the premium. However, for casual collecting, the cheaper options like Standard ($55) or Gallagher ($45) provide the core item without the high cost.
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The Transformers #1 (2009) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Transformers #1 (2009) averages around $9. A CGC 6.0 runs about $12, and a CGC 8.0 commands $16.
What drives the price
Grade is everything in comics — spine ticks, page color, and restoration decide the number, and the jump from raw to high grade can be 10×+. Key issues (first appearances, origins, deaths) carry the biggest premiums, and early printings beat reprints.
Price guide
Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $9 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $12 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $16 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of The Transformers #1 (2009) starts at $17.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 compared to ungraded?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $21, which is $4 more than the ungraded price of $17.
- Is the Grade 6.0 worth buying?
- The Grade 6.0 copy is listed for $18, offering a balance between condition and cost.
