What If? #45 (1984) — Comic Book Value
What IfWhat What If? #45 (1984) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
What If? #45 (1984) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $18 · Grade 8.0 $31. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.2× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest way to own What If? #45 (1984), grab the Standard version for $3. The Newsstand version at $11 offers a premium, likely due to its distribution method, while the $6 Standard offers a mid-tier option. Buyers prioritizing ownership on a budget should choose the $3 Standard. Those seeking a more collectible piece or better condition should consider paying the premium for the Newsstand.
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What If? #45 (1984) comic value
An ungraded copy of What If? #45 (1984) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $18, and a CGC 8.0 commands $31.
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 | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $18 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $31 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting resale price for this card?
- The ungraded version of What If? #45 (1984) is available, and a Grade 6.0 sells for $18.
- How much more is a higher-graded version worth?
- A Grade 8.0 version of the card is valued at $31, compared to the $18 for a Grade 6.0.
- Is the card worth buying ungraded?
- While ungraded options exist, the price increases notably with better grades, reaching $31 for an 8.0.