The A-Team ##2
Marvel Comics • The A-Team Vol. 1
Writer
Marie Severin
Interior Artist
Marie Severin
Cover Artist
Joe Staton
Publication Date
April 1984
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the A-Team (Hannibal, Face, Murdock, and B.A. Baracus) in an adventure titled 'The Sumo Solution.' B.A. Baracus engages in a high-stakes wrestling match against a Sumo warrior while the team investigates a Japanese crime syndicate. Features Amy Allen in a supporting role.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and color-breaking ticks along the left edge. Minor corner blunting on the bottom right. Slight surface scuffing on the purple background. Bottom edge shows minor shelf wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.8): $100 - $130
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition have sold between $8 and $12. High-grade slabbed copies show moderate demand due to 80s nostalgia.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading would likely exceed the market value of a 7.0–8.0 grade copy. Should remain in a bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Direct Market edition featuring a Spider-Man face in the UPC box instead of a barcode. Early Marvel adaptation of the hit NBC television series.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Marvel 1980s newsprint stock. Correct color registration for the era. The presence of the Spider-Man UPC head indicates it was sold in comic specialty shops rather than newsstands.