NASCAR Adventures: Richard Petty Story ##1
Marvel Comics • NASCAR Adventures Specials / STP Promotional Series
Writer
Mike Carlin
Interior Artist
Herb Trimpe
Cover Artist
Herb Trimpe (uncredited, consistent with NASCAR Adventures style)
Publication Date
1991
Cover Variant
Regular (Promotional Giveaway)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A biographical promotional comic focusing on the career of NASCAR legend Richard 'The King' Petty. The issue highlights his major wins in the 1960s and 1970s, culminating in his 7th Winston Cup Championship in 1979.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress evident in the upper-left quadrant. Subtle corner blunting on the bottom right. Light surface scuffing visible near the top masthead. The cover remains flat with good color retention.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $10; Graded 9.8: $60 - $90
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for under $10 on eBay. High-grade slabbed copies are rare but occasionally reach the $75 range for collectors of NASCAR memorabilia.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for sentimental reasons. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading exceeds the raw market value. The comic appears to be in the 7.0 range, which does not command a premium.
Notable Features
Often distributed as a promotional giveaway by STP or at NASCAR races. Features a prominent cover illustration of Richard Petty in his signature Charlie One Horse hat and sunglasses.
Authentication Notes
The paper stock is standard newsprint interior with a glossier cover wrap typical of early 90s Marvel promotional items. No reason to suspect a counterfeit; registration and colors are consistent with authentic 1991 printings.