What If? #8 (1989) — Comic Book Value
What IfWhat What If? #8 (1989) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
What If? #8 (1989) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $42 · Grade 8.0 $50. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 12.5× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own What If? #8, buy the Standard version for $3. The Newsstand version at $5 offers a slight premium, likely related to its initial distribution or packaging, while the other Standard version at $4 is marginally higher. If budget is the main concern, choose the $3 Standard. Collectors prioritizing the lowest entry cost should save, whereas those wanting the most accessible version should opt for the $3 Standard.
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What If? #8 (1989) comic value
An ungraded copy of What If? #8 (1989) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $42, and a CGC 8.0 commands $50.
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 | $4 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $42 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $50 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the current market price for this card?
- The card is listed at $42 for a Grade 6.0 and $50 for a Grade 8.0.
- Is the ungraded version worth buying?
- The ungraded version is available, but graded copies offer better protection and potential resale value.
- How much more is the Grade 8.0 worth compared to ungraded?
- The Grade 8.0 is listed at $50, while the ungraded price is not specified, indicating a premium for higher grades.