The Transformers [Newsstand] #8 (1985) — Comic Book Value
TransformersWhat The Transformers [Newsstand] #8 (1985) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Transformers [Newsstand] #8 (1985) value — Ungraded $17 · Grade 6.0 $30 · Grade 8.0 $45. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 2.6× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want to own it, the B version at $2 is the cheapest option. Premium versions like the 2nd Print Newsstand ($43) or 3rd Print Newsstand ($32) offer better editions or packaging, increasing scarcity. Collectors prioritizing investment should pay for these higher-tier versions, while casual buyers can save money with the Standard or Newsstand versions.
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The Transformers [Newsstand] #8 (1985) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Transformers [Newsstand] #8 (1985) averages around $17. A CGC 6.0 runs about $30, and a CGC 8.0 commands $45.
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 | $17 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $30 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $45 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting resale price for this Transformers issue?
- An ungraded copy of The Transformers #8 (1985) is currently valued at $18.
- How much more is a high-grade copy worth compared to an ungraded one?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $45, which is $27 more than the ungraded price.
- What is the price difference between a Grade 6.0 and a Grade 8.0?
- The Grade 6.0 is valued at $39, making the Grade 8.0 worth $6 more.
