The Original Ghost Rider Rides Again! ##5
Marvel Comics • The Original Ghost Rider Rides Again! Vol. 1
Writer
Gary Friedrich (original story)
Interior Artist
Mike Ploog
Cover Artist
Mark Bodé and Mike Gustovich
Publication Date
November 1991
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A reprint series featuring the original Johnny Blaze Ghost Rider stories from the 1970s. This issue reprints the story from Ghost Rider #5 (1973) titled 'Ross and Blaze: Separated at Last!', featuring Johnny Blaze battling his alter ego and an appearance by Mephisto.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good/Very Good (CGC 3.0)
Condition Details
Significant damage to the top right corner with a large piece of the cover missing. Visible spine stress and color-breaking ticks. Heavy corner blunting and edge wear on the right side. Minor creases and surface wear visible on the black ink background.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $1.00 - $3.00 / Graded: $10.00 - $15.00 (grading costs would exceed value)
Recent Sales
High-grade (NM 9.4+) copies sell for $10-$15. Low-grade copies like this are typically found in dollar bins.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The severe structural damage (missing piece at top right) significantly lowers the grade and value. The cost of professional grading would far exceed the market value of the book.
Notable Features
Reprint series from the early 90s. Features the 'Part 5 of 7' saga indicator on the cover. Direct edition without a UPC barcode (features a skull graphic in the UPC box).
Authentication Notes
The glossy paper stock and saturated colors are consistent with early 1990s Marvel production methods. No signs of restoration or counterfeiting present.