The Transformers [Newsstand] #5 (1985) — Comic Book Value
TransformersWhat The Transformers [Newsstand] #5 (1985) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Transformers [Newsstand] #5 (1985) value — Ungraded $19 · Grade 6.0 $39 · Grade 8.0 $70. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.7× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest ownership, grab the Standard version for $6. Paying more buys you specific features; the Robot Gallagher ($32) offers a premium figure, while the Newsstand ($16) suggests a unique distribution. Buyers prioritizing the figure's presentation or rarity should spend more, whereas those simply collecting the item should stick to the lowest priced Standard or B versions.
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The Transformers [Newsstand] #5 (1985) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Transformers [Newsstand] #5 (1985) averages around $19. A CGC 6.0 runs about $39, and a CGC 8.0 commands $70.
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 | $19 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $39 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $70 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Transformers newsstand?
- The ungraded version of The Transformers Newsstand #5 (1985) is available for $17.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $70, which is $53 more than the ungraded price of $17.
- What is the price point for a moderately graded copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of The Transformers Newsstand #5 (1985) is listed at $35.
