The Transformers [2nd Print Direct] #8 (1985) — Comic Book Value
TransformersWhat The Transformers [2nd Print Direct] #8 (1985) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Transformers [2nd Print Direct] #8 (1985) value — Ungraded $10. Prices updated July 2026.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want to own it, the B version at $2 is the cheapest option. Premium versions like the 2nd Print Newsstand ($43) or 3rd Print Newsstand ($32) offer better editions or packaging, increasing scarcity. Collectors prioritizing investment should pay for these higher-tier versions, while casual buyers can save money with the Standard or Newsstand versions.
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The Transformers [2nd Print Direct] #8 (1985) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Transformers [2nd Print Direct] #8 (1985) averages around $10. A CGC 6.0 runs about null, and a CGC 8.0 commands null.
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.
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What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $10 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current resale value for an ungraded copy of this comic?
- The current resale value for an ungraded copy of The Transformers [2nd Print Direct] #8 is $10.
- Is this comic rare?
- It is a collectible from the popular Transformers series, but its rarity is based on its ungraded condition.
- What year was this Transformers issue released?
- This Transformers issue was released in 1985.
