The Transformers [Newsstand] #1 (1984) — Comic Book Value
TransformersWhat The Transformers [Newsstand] #1 (1984) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Transformers [Newsstand] #1 (1984) value — Ungraded $75 · Grade 6.0 $84 · Grade 8.0 $161. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 2.1× raw.
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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 [Newsstand] #1 (1984) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Transformers [Newsstand] #1 (1984) averages around $75. A CGC 6.0 runs about $84, and a CGC 8.0 commands $161.
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 | $75 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $84 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $161 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Transformers #1 is currently listed for $59.
- How much is a high-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Transformers #1 sells for $166.
- Is there a middle-ground price point available?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy of the comic is available for $75.
