Spitfire ##8
Marvel Comics • Spitfire and the Troubleshooters (New Universe)
Writer
Cary Bates
Interior Artist
Herb Trimpe (penciller) & Vinnie Colletta (inker)
Cover Artist
Herb Trimpe & Al Milgrom
Publication Date
May 1987
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition (UPC barcode visible)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of Marvel's 'New Universe' imprint. This issue features the protagonist, Professor Jenny Swensen (Spitfire), in a storyline titled 'Revenge!'. She struggles with the legacy of her father's MAX armor and faces off against agents seeking the technology.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0) to Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stressors/ticks along the left edge. Slight blunting on the bottom right corner. Minor color rubbing along the spine. Overall cover gloss appears intact but with visible surface wear typical of newsstand distribution.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $2 - $5; Graded (9.6+): $25 - $40. Note: This is an extremely common back-issue with low market demand.
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for this specific issue generally range from $1.00 to $5.00 for raw copies, often sold as part of 'New Universe' bulk lots.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS services ($20+) far exceeds the current market value of the comic. Even at a high grade, the return on investment is negligible.
Notable Features
Features the MAX (Man-Amplified eXperiment) suit; newsstand edition with UPC; 75 cent cover price; part of the experimental New Universe line launched for Marvel's 25th anniversary.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s Marvel newsstand production. Standard newsprint interior paper which may show natural yellowing (tanning). Staples appear original and centered.