The Transformers [Direct 3rd Print] #1 (1984) — Comic Book Value
TransformersWhat The Transformers [Direct 3rd Print] #1 (1984) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Transformers [Direct 3rd Print] #1 (1984) value — Ungraded $31. Prices updated July 2026.
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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 [Direct 3rd Print] #1 (1984) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Transformers [Direct 3rd Print] #1 (1984) averages around $31. 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.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $31 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current resale value for this comic?
- The ungraded copy of The Transformers [Direct 3rd Print] #1 is currently listed at $31.
- Is the condition of the comic important for its value?
- Since this item is ungraded, its final value is dependent on its actual condition upon inspection.
- Is this comic part of the Transformers series?
- Yes, this comic is part of the Transformers series.
