The Transformers [Newsstand] #57 (1989) — Comic Book Value
TransformersWhat The Transformers [Newsstand] #57 (1989) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Transformers [Newsstand] #57 (1989) value — Ungraded $8 · Grade 6.0 $19 · Grade 8.0 $28. Prices updated September 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.5× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute lowest cost, grab the Standard: $4 version. The higher-priced Retailer: $52 and Newsstand: $11 versions offer better packaging or scarcity, which appeals to serious collectors. If you are just looking to own the item cheaply, stick to the Standard: $4. Only pay the premium for the specific collectible features those higher-tier versions provide.
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The Transformers [Newsstand] #57 (1989) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Transformers [Newsstand] #57 (1989) averages around $8. A CGC 6.0 runs about $19, and a CGC 8.0 commands $28.
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 | $8 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $19 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $28 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting resale price for this Transformers issue?
- The ungraded version of Transformers #57 (1989) has a starting resale value of $11.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this Transformers issue worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Transformers #57 is valued at $32, showing strong condition demand.
- Is there a specific price point for a mid-grade copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of the Transformers issue is listed with a resale value of $22.
