What If? #40 (1983) — Comic Book Value
What IfWhat What If? #40 (1983) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
What If? #40 (1983) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $13 · Grade 8.0 $19. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.3× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own it, grab the Standard version for $3. The Newsstand version at $8 offers a slight premium, likely in terms of initial distribution or perceived collectibility, while the other Standard version is priced at $4. Buyers prioritizing the lowest cost should opt for the $3 Standard, whereas those willing to spend more for a slightly different variant should consider the Newsstand.
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What If? #40 (1983) comic value
An ungraded copy of What If? #40 (1983) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $13, and a CGC 8.0 commands $19.
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 | $3 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $19 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this card?
- The ungraded version of What If? #40 is currently valued at $3.
- How much more is a higher grade worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy is valued at $19, compared to the $13 price for a Grade 6.0.
- Is this card worth investing in?
- Its value ranges from $3 ungraded up to $19 graded, depending on the specific condition you acquire.