The Transformers #55 (1989) — Comic Book Value
TransformersWhat The Transformers #55 (1989) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Transformers #55 (1989) value — Ungraded $7 · Grade 6.0 $20 · Grade 8.0 $30. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own The Transformers #55, the SUB ROM version at $5 is the cheapest option. The Standard ($11/$9/$4) and Direct ($10) versions offer different printings or distribution methods, but in this case, the price difference reflects minor variations rather than significant collector premiums. Buyers prioritizing ownership should choose SUB ROM, while those seeking a specific print run might pay slightly more for the Standard or Direct editions.
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The Transformers #55 (1989) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Transformers #55 (1989) averages around $7. A CGC 6.0 runs about $20, and a CGC 8.0 commands $30.
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 | $7 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $20 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $30 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Transformers #55?
- The ungraded copy of Transformers #55 is currently listed for $10.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this issue worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Transformers #55 is valued at $31.
- Is there a price difference between the grades?
- Yes, the price increases significantly with condition, moving from $10 (ungraded) to $31 (Grade 8.0).
