The Transformers #8 (1985) — Comic Book Value
TransformersWhat The Transformers #8 (1985) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Transformers #8 (1985) value — Ungraded $15 · Grade 6.0 $55 · Grade 8.0 $66. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.4× raw.
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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 #8 (1985) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Transformers #8 (1985) averages around $15. A CGC 6.0 runs about $55, and a CGC 8.0 commands $66.
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 | $15 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $55 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $66 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Transformers #8 is currently listed around $13.
- How much is a high-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Transformers #8 is valued at $66.
- Is the value significantly different between grades?
- Yes, the value increases notably; for example, a Grade 6.0 copy sells for $55.
