Ghost Rider ##42
Marvel Comics • Ghost Rider Vol. 2 (1973-1983)
Writer
Michael Fleisher
Interior Artist
Don Perlin
Cover Artist
Don Perlin
Publication Date
March 1980
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (12p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'The Lonesome Death of Johnny Blaze!' Johnny Blaze faces a group of roadside killers. The issue explores his internal struggle and the curse of the Ghost Rider.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress and ticks, noticeable corner blunting on the bottom right and top right, minor surface wear, and a slight indentation on the left edge. The cover gloss appears preserved but edges show typical age-related wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20 USD | Graded: $40 - $60 USD
Recent Sales
Recent sales for US editions in mid-grade range from $12-$18. UK 12p variants often command a slight niche interest but generally track closely with standard raw copies unless in high grade (9.6+).
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading/shipping would likely exceed the final market value of the book in this estimated condition (6.0 range).
Notable Features
UK Price Variant (12p instead of 40 cents). Features a Spider-Man corner box logo. Cover art depicts Ghost Rider jumping a motorcycle over a truck while being shot at.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Bronze Age Marvel comic. Note the '12p' price and 'MAR' date indicating it was distributed in the UK market. Paper stock and printing align with late 1970s/early 1980s Marvel production standards.