The Transformers [Newsstand] #48 (1989) — Comic Book Value
TransformersWhat The Transformers [Newsstand] #48 (1989) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Transformers [Newsstand] #48 (1989) value — Ungraded $19. Prices updated July 2026.
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Which version do you have?
For the lowest cost to own The Transformers #48, grab the Standard: $6 version. The Newsstand ($15) and Archie 75th ($8) versions offer slight variations in distribution or edition, while the Standard: $19 and Standard: $14 offer standard collector appeal. Budget buyers should stick to the cheapest Standard options, whereas collectors prioritizing specific editions or packaging should consider paying more for the Newsstand or Archie 75th.
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The Transformers [Newsstand] #48 (1989) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Transformers [Newsstand] #48 (1989) averages around $19. 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 | $19 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $9.99 / $24.95 / $39.99 | 6 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 17, 2026, 6 live eBay listings ask $9.99–$39.99 (median $24.95).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current resale value of this ungraded comic?
- The ungraded copy of The Transformers #48 is currently listed for $15.
- Is this a rare comic from the Transformers series?
- It is a newsstand issue from the Transformers series, which is a classic collectible.
- What condition is the comic in?
- The comic is listed as ungraded.
