The Transformers #36 (1988) — Comic Book Value
TransformersWhat The Transformers #36 (1988) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Transformers #36 (1988) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $13 · Grade 8.0 $21. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.2× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own The Transformers #36, buy the Standard: $3 version. The Milne ($9) and 1:10 ($8) versions likely offer minor packaging variations or slight print differences, while the Powell ($2) is the cheapest entry point. Collectors prioritizing completeness or specific print runs should pay more for the Standard: $10 or Milne. Casual buyers should stick to the lower-priced Standard variants to save money.
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The Transformers #36 (1988) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Transformers #36 (1988) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $13, and a CGC 8.0 commands $21.
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 | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $21 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the approximate value of an ungraded copy of Transformers #36?
- An ungraded copy of Transformers #36 is currently valued at $6.
- How much more is a high-grade copy worth compared to an ungraded one?
- A Grade 8.0 copy is valued at $21, which is significantly higher than the $6 price for an ungraded version.
- Does the condition significantly impact the resale price of this Transformers issue?
- Yes, condition is a major factor; for example, a Grade 6.0 copy sells for $14, compared to the ungraded $6.
